Bay buses are running for free, who knew?
Fares will return in Rotorua and regionally on July 20 and in Tauranga on July 27.
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Merivale Community Centre victim of burglary
The centre relied solely on grants and community funding.
Stranded ship: Possibility of fumes reason for Mauao Base Track closure
"It could have been really dangerous. There was no point in running that risk."
'Stealthily': Rubbish cost mystery irks ratepayers
'Do not stealthily impose the changes as proposed.'
Local Focus: Waiariki electorate explained
Will it be Labour or Māori Party for Waiariki? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Stranded ship: Divers' inspection delayed
Checking of a stricken ship anchored off Tauranga has been thwarted by weather conditions.
'Many are struggling': The lengths tenants will go to pay the rent
How far would you go to save money if you couldn't pay your rent?
Contractor says Bella Vista properties had multiple issues
"We were quite pushed to get jobs done. The dates were changing a lot as well."
Crash blocks State Highway 2, Aongatete
Initial indications were that the occupants had suffered minor injuries.
Bay Dreams 2021 first line-up announced
Flume was well-known for hits such as Never Be Like You and Kai.
'How bloody stupid': Pilot Bay residents voice safety concerns
The council was planning a "co-design" effort involving community and stakeholders.
Car flips on Tauranga walkway
"It's not something you often see on your daily walk."
'These are the remaining members of our family': Original NZ SAS soldiers reunite
Only 28 members of the original 132-strong squad are still alive.
Rise in protection orders paints gruesome picture
Urgent protection orders on the rise but what picture of the Bay does that paint?
Local Focus: Tauranga electorate explained
What does Tauranga need from the general election? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Caution urged on driveways after child killed
The serious crash unit is investigating.
Dawn Picken: Want to keep customers happy? Don't make us wait
Businesses will continue nudging us to pay and stay away.
Local Focus: Tauranga electorate explained
What does Tauranga need from the general election? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Dan Carter kicking off The Tauranga Gala Dinner 2020
The legend will be making an appearance in Tauranga later this year.
Meth a 'health problem not a criminal problem'
Up to 2kg of meth is consumed in the Bay of Plenty each day.
Ziwipeak to leave Tauranga by the end of next year
The company has been controversial in Tauranga, attracting complaints about bad smells.
Bella Vista trial: $70k handshake and forgery claims as blame game continues
The trial enters its fifth day after resuming from a Covid-19 enforced break.
11 Mission St: The small spot 'absolutely immense in its symbolic significance'
An agreement has been signed to lease the land to The Elms Foundation.
Local Focus: Bay of Plenty electorate explained
All you need to know about the BOP electorate. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'Biggest fears': Council investigates reports of 'plume' near Rena
"We are extremely concerned," says a technical adviser for Motiti Island residents.
Bella Vista trial: Homeowners duped into contracts for incomplete homes, court hears
"My concern was they hadn't been allowed for in the build cost."
Person in alleged stolen car arrested after Tauranga pursuit
Police were notified of an alleged stolen vehicle being seen on Otumoetai Rd this morning.
Show me the money: Festival-goers' $16m spend-up in Tauranga
Festival-goers have spent more than $16m while in Tauranga for One Love and Bay Dreams.
Letters: Commonsense solution to cycle proposal
Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
'Easy part' over: What's next for Bay's $7b, 50-year growth plan
'This is going to be a massive challenge moving forward for the whole community.'
Everyone digging deep for grandstand project
Massive community support sees grandstand project go ahead.
Childhood dream turns to reality
Jonty Climo has always wanted to open his own haunted house attraction.
Person seriously injured after crash on State Highway 29, Hinuera
The Serious Crash Unit was investigating.