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Samantha Motion: There must be a better way to sort out council bickering
COMMENT: Elected officials should think carefully before wielding the complaint stick.

Tauranga City Council: Last chance to have your say
Public feedback is being sought through a survey that closes at 11pm on Sunday.

Letters to the editor: Jacinda, council, and The Elms
OPINION: Readers have their say.

Rates rise 'nail in the coffin' for struggling businesses
'Any rise is going to hit us in the back pocket.'

Whangamata RSA camping service raises hairs of local accommodation provider
"People should really be sticking to their own niche."

Canal tragedy: Downer confirms body retrieved was employee
Police confirm one killed after a vehicle plunged into water.

Bella Vista trial: Witness challenged over supervision on project
"Who planted the idea in your head... that Mr Joseph was supervising your work on-site?"

Letters to the editor: Transfer station's 'minimum-charge regime' questioned
OPINION: Readers have their say.

Marathon meeting digest: Transport, hazard hot spots, Arataki buses and more
A digest of some of the big discussions and decisions.

Heat or eat? The tough decision some elderly people are making
There are concerns over how some seniors will cope once special energy payment ends.

Letters to the editor: Improve convenience for both drivers and cyclists
OPINION: Readers have their say.

1 per cent property tax and a universal income among TOP policies
TOP's deputy leader reveals the party's key election campaign policies in Tauranga.

Go Local! Covid-19 scare urges Mount Maunganui gym to give back
"It is such an important time to band together right now."

Bella Vista trial: Director Danny Cancian accused of lying in court
But Cancian says he is telling the truth.

Bella Vista trial: Cancian accused of lying on the stand
'Are you making it up as you go?' defendant asked.

'Long', 'costly': Expert reviews new system for sorting council in-fighting
Extra layer of costs, but no tangible benefit to ratepayers for money, says academic.

Smokefreerockquest winners announced
Winners go into the national selection pool for the event's live national final.

Bella Vista trial: Danny Cancian testifies over death threats and $1.3m payment
Bella Vista boss says others are to blame as trial continues.

Wild weather may be on the way for Kaimai Range
The Metservice has issued a severe weather watch for the upper North Island.

Election candidates to attend debate forum
National MP for BOP Todd Muller has been invited but has yet to confirm his attendance.

Bella Vista Homes boss Danny Cancian has his day in court
Bella Vista Homes director faces judge in Tauranga District Court.

Free parking in Tauranga city centre
Time restrictions will be enforced to help keep parking spaces available.

Go Local! Tourism business calls for people to explore own backyard
'We're asking Bay of Plenty locals to book a trip with a local company.'

'Positive about the future': Accommodation providers prepare for market recovery
Post-Covid period used to do out important building work, renovations and improvements.

Where the jobs are in Tauranga
The number of people on Jobseeker Support benefits has risen along with job listings.

Stretched addiction services welcome funding
The region will receive a total of $3.2 million in addiction services funding.