'If the virus hit, it would wipe us out': Island community take lockdown a step up
The drive behind the dedicated volunteers was to "keep our small island community safe".
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Fears family violence will spike but motels could offer haven
Women and children at risk from family violence may be able to stay in motels.
Pāpāmoa woman in 'shock' after four car wheels stolen
"Why couldn't they have just taken the tyres they would have been a lot easier to replace"
'Lockdown warriors': Bay woman in Slovakia lockdown uses art to survive
Rose Palmer has now been trapped in the central European country for 17 days.
Police release name of woman killed in SH2 crash
Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the 8.25pm crash on Wednesday.
'The goal is to end homelessness' - Awhina House marks birthday
Awhina House helps Tauranga's homeless women get back on their feet.
Eight Covid 19 cases in Bay of Plenty DHB
The number of cases in the Bay of Plenty DHB has risen from six to 10 in 24 hours.
Truck hits large fallen tree on highway
The crash was on State Highway 33 between Maniatutu Rd and Allport Rd.
'Most health care workers in the front line are fairly worried'
While most have been forced into lockdown, some are still serving their community.
People ignore restrictions, visit Mauao, playgrounds
Police flex their judicial muscle as people ignore self-isolation rules.
'Staying connected' key to mental wellbeing
Health officials are urging people to 'stay connected' during the Covid-19 lockdown.
'This is war': Bay of Plenty mayor calls on army
"What I'm doing is doing what any good commander would be doing."
Checkpoints nab people dodging lockdown
The most common reason was travelling to supermarkets outside of their neighbourhood.
Are the forests open? Stick to open spaces
Lockdown advice: Be sensible and stay safe.
Teddy bear hunts keep families entertained
Communities in Bay of Plenty have found a way to keep kids entertained during lock down.
Stuck in China and still studying NCEA
An international student is finding normal in a time of uncertainty through school.
'Ghost town': City's congestion vanishes as lockdown begins
One usually congested road was eight times quicker than usual - can you guess which?
'Invisible enemy': Mayor calls for calm as city adjusts to lockdown
A Civil Defence emergency operations centre has been set up in Tauranga.
Local Focus: Tumbleweeds on the streets of Tauranga
Residents following the two-meter rule. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Tumbleweeds on the streets of Tauranga
Residents following the two-meter rule. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
New Tauranga port measures for urgent cargo
"Our focus is to ensure vital food, medical and other supplies can keep moving".
Juliet Rowan: Eerie silence hangs over Tauranga streets
"It is surreal seeing our bustling seaside paradise reduced to a ghost town."
Cancelled order sees eggs in many baskets
Baking business gifts ingredients to people in need.
Letter: Being kind making the most of the situation
Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
No, you can't go fishing in the coronavirus lockdown
People urged to act as though they have Covid-19 to avoid the spread of it.
State of national emergency declared
Mayor Tenby Powell says Tauranga and the wider Bay of Plenty are prepared for Covid-19.
Covid-19 jobs: Urgent push for health, grocery supply workers
Plus: Panic buying prompts suburban supermarket to hire 16 people in a week
One person dead after crash near Aongatete
The circumstances of the crash would be investigated.
Local Focus: Mayor says the next four weeks are going to be a challenge for everybody
Take self-isolation, two-metre rule seriously. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Mayor says the next four weeks are going to be a challenge for everybody
Take self-isolation, two-meter rule seriously. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
U-turn: Council reverses decision to keep Mauao open
Facebook was abuzz with debate last night about whether the track should remain open.
Principal talks lockdown: 'It's not 'school at home'
Parents and caregivers will have their own employment stresses to juggle.
David Beck: It's crucial Covid-19 pandemic isn't followed by a mental health pandemic
COMMENT: The fear of isolation is real but we can get through it together.
From the Editor: Together, we can do this
Our lives have been turned upside down, and inside out.