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Letters to the editor: Car registrations lacking in New Zealand
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
First images of $400m plasterboard facility as build begins
As developable land in Tauriko runs out, the need for a new highway connection grows.
Shark study sought: 'Things have changed now' says expert
Shark expert Riley Elliott wants to uncover what happens under the water near Bowentown.
Partner of Mongrel Mob Kawerau president jailed
Partners of the Kawerau chapter president and his son are sentenced for money laundering.
Record-breaking $250k raised for foodbank in six weeks
The final totals are in and show the Tauranga community dug deeper than ever before.
Tauranga commission welcomed in pōwhiri
Commissioners for Tauranga City Council have been welcomed to their roles by iwi.
Jo Raphael: More focus needed on school upgrades
OPINION: Eight years of nagging finally gets results for a Rotorua school.
'Vigilante' gets home detention for violently stabbing two men in unprovoked attacks
Despite the violent attacks, Daniel Ernst isn't going to jail.
16 years on: Tsunami alert sirens still two years away
Tsunami alert sirens have been debated in Tauranga since 2005.
Tauranga City Council byelections officially cancelled
Former mayor Tenby Powell, Jako Abrie and Heidi Hughes resigned from their positions.
Letters to the editor: Police and council need to curb speedsters
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
All you need to know about the new tenancy law reforms
The biggest changes of the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act come into effect today.
Tie debate: Why some men still wear them, and others don't miss them
'In today's liberal society, relaxed as we are, what is the big deal about a tie?'
New look rubbish and recycling service in Western Bay
The new service will introduce separate wheelie bins for collecting rubbish and recycling.
Red Fox Tavern cold case: Staff members recall fatal robbery 33 years on
The second day of a high-profile trial has started.
Tauranga cheerleader's Covid gamble pays off
The decision to go back to America during the pandemic has paid off for a cheerleader.
Letters to the editor: Māori wards bill needs fair and open discussion
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
All rise: Region's criminal lawyers appointed district court judges
Two top defence lawyers in the region have been made judges in the district court.
Gang accused in attempted murder trial claims 'mistaken identity'
A Black Power gang member from Whakatane is defending an attempted murder charge.
'Huge': $1m-plus sales soar in small seaside holiday towns
The number of $1 million-plus properties sold in Waihi Beach has tripled in a year.
Red Fox Tavern cold case: Barman shot dead after throwing glass at armed robber
Defence lawyer: 'This case is one of New Zealand's long-standing and terrible mysteries.'
Social media could be boosting sales of exotic kiwano fruit from Te Puke
US buyers can't get enough of the bizarre-looking fruit.
Trial begins for 1987 Red Fox Tavern murder, robbery
The jury that will decide on an infamous cold case has been selected today.
Transfer of power at Tauranga City Council complete: What happens now?
What about the by-election? Will they hold meetings? Who pays them?
Array of Volkswagens to be on show for charity
Run to the Sun is a Volkswagen event and raising money for Vada's Angels Animal Rescue.
'Best one to date': One Love festival brings in thousands
Thousands of people packed into the Wharepai Domain for the One Love Festival.
Grass fires prompt reminder of total fire ban in Western Bay
A grass fire in Papamoa Beach has prompted a reminder that there is a fire ban.
'Truly life-changing': The couple heading back to help in Africa in a global pandemic
In sub-Saharan Africa, only 7 per cent of the population have access to essential surgery.
Want a job? 25,000 more in Western Bay by 2038
Horticulture, agriculture, building, construction and IT are expected to have more jobs.
Samantha Motion: Changes to school names are remaking history
Opinion: Name changes can be met with grumbles of history erased.
Letters to the editor: A bit of democracy has died
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
Liz Davies: The tide is turning for better understanding of te ao Māori
OPINION: There has been an increasing understanding of te ao Māori.
Tauranga doctor takes on second career as Rotorua teacher
He's only 30 and is a doctor, and now a teacher and wants to do both to make a difference.