Construction an 'important cog in economic wheel'
Building businesses can start work again but with strict hygiene measures in place.
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No new Bay of Plenty Covid-19 cases
A nurse from Tauranga Hospital's adult mental health unit is recovering at home.
Tauranga mental health worker tests positive for Covid-19
New mental health patients will be diverted to other hospitals away from Tauranga.
Local Focus: Mauao to remain closed but business planning should begin
'We shouldn't be taking any risks,' says Tauranga Mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Mauao to remain closed but business planning can begin
‘We shouldn’t be taking any risks,’ says Tauranga Mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Covid-19 beauty backlog: Tauranga beauticians warn of 'long wait' for appointments
"I am worried that smaller businesses may not survive this."
'Alarming': Tauranga council's wage cost rise revealed
The number of staff, and how much they are costing ratepayers, is revealed.
BOP and Lakes DHB virus cases rise by one each
The number of cases in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes DHBs have risen by one each.
Mandatory pay cut for councillors 'offensive'
Bay of Plenty's councils are in the process of making decisions around taking pay cuts.
'Unsung champion' of mental health writes Covid-19 kids' book
Two local mental health workers have come together to create a kids book about Covid-19.
Tauranga physio struck off, fined, for 'serious breaches'
Michael Houlding failed to keep adequate records of 2033 visits he made to 74 patients.
Angry and disgusted: Couple back from Peru feel 'let down' by Government
But Government says operation was complex and officials worked hard to get them home.
Tauranga couple's long weekend getaway
"It's like our own little getaway but we can still see the house."
'Critical' cash needed: Council launches bold $1b bid for 24 projects
Mayor Tenby Powell: "We have an opportunity now to unite as a community."
'I was terrified': Mum cowers with young son as partner shot dead
Alana Wingrove hid with her 9yo son as her partner was gunned down below her window.
Local Focus: Young innovators in lockdown
How to innovate an innovation competition. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Young innovators in lockdown
How to innovate an innovation competition. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Mr G hosts lockdown drawing tutorials
The local artist hopes to band the community together with learning a new skill.
Tauranga funeral home donates $3000 worth of bread to local charities
"We just know how important it is to support the community right now."
Tauranga man buys stock from dairy to feed those in need
"If people do support their local, be it dairy or whatever, it's got to be good."
Letters to the editor: Virus an opportunity for humans to change ways
Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
Bay of Plenty schools welcome partial opening - with caution
Education leaders are cautiously optimistic about schooling at alert level 3.
'Crucial': Building sector desperate to get on site
But the damage has already been done for one retail business.
'There is light at the end of the tunnel': Business leaders on level 3
New Zealanders got to hear what life looks like after lockdown from the Prime Minister.
'You've got to have faith': Tauranga librarian helping city's most vulnerable
"It's rewarding to see that you can help people who really are very vulnerable."
Lockdown DIY: Top tips for decluttering your wardrobe
A 30-day challenge is helping guide people keen to clear out their homes.
Largest container crane assembled at Port of Tauranga
The Port's ninth ship-to-shore gantry crane arrived in parts from Ireland in mid-February.
Teachers tackle remote learning obstacles
Remote learning comes with various challenges, but teachers are charging on.
Bay of Plenty councils' Covid-19 staffing shake-up
"Local authorities play a critical role ... we must keep essential services running."
'Such unnecessary risk': More than 20 staff help injured man after cliff fall
A firefighter at the scene was also injured after taking a fall in the rescue operation.
Comment: We can't rush permanent decisions
We're not out of trouble yet - Businesses are struggling but health takes priority.
Mayor, Bridges call for lockdown lift next week: Businesses welcome $3.1b tax package
The Government announced a $3.1b tax relief package for small and medium sized businesses.
Cha-ching! Bay of Plenty Lotto player wins big
The winning Second Division ticket was sold on MyLotto.