A Tauranga woman and her partner's fundraising mission for Ukraine.

Thirty-six roles have been disestablished in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes since July 2022.

Chefs enter the Plates of Plenty Challenge throughout the foodie festival.

The new speed management plan was adopted by the Western Bay of Plenty District Council.

Emergency services were alerted to the fire about 5.20pm Sunday.

The theme is the species of animals that once inhabited the area.

'Madeline’s an absolute angel. She actually saved my life in more ways than one.'

Tolley said she would prefer hybrid local governance because democracy sometimes fails.

If approved, the parks could preserve public green spaces in perpetuity.

Inquiries are ongoing to find the offenders, police say.

'Mama pig came at us trying to eat our snacks.'

Richard Crawford suffered a heart attack while cycling in the Redwoods.

'Angst' in Tauranga as elections approach, 'old guard' angle for re-election.

'Famous celebrity faces' will also be playing.

What Local Government Minister Simeon Brown said in response.

Workers are striking for better pay amid rising inflation and living costs.

His death on Sunday after a heart attack in Rotorua on Saturday was a 'huge shock'.

There's so much going on that there's concern whether the construction industry can cope.

'Huge shock - He will be sorely missed.'

Those affected recently spent time in Auckland, Waikato and Tauranga.

Victoria Wilson said she burst into tears after one family donated $7000.

Maddi Wilson ends up on antibiotics or in hospital for even mild viruses.