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'He’s very withdrawn': Teen bullied over facial growth waiting months for removal
Man's son was suffering emotionally and missing school.
'Justice for our people': Ngāi Te Rangi iwi take protest to steps of Parliament
Ngai Te Rangi have protested at Parliament over their stalled treaty settlement
Salvage of 15m launch that sunk off Whitianga delayed
The vessel struck rocks near an island.
More bus 'troublemakers' coming, driver warns as security bill hits $1.7m
'The risk is that it could blow up at any time.'
Te Puke events to benefit from community events fund
In the latest round, 30 applications have received a combined total of $354,300.
Regional council spends $7m on consultants
A breakdown of who has been paid for what has been revealed.
How to talk about death: Former hospice nurse's advice on facing 'the inevitable'
"The only way to get to those deeper levels is to have those deep conversations."
Tauranga needs more homes but housing intensification 'difficult'
City council has its say as hearings on intensification plans get under way.
'It saved my life': Breast cancer survivor calls for extended screening age
'Extend the age up for our kuia and lower it for our wāhine,' Kirihi Murray says.
'High-risk hazard': Revised tsunami maps would have most in some suburbs flee to higher ground
An area previously listed as 'safe' is now at risk of inundation - but new refuges found.
Plans announced to build country's largest EV charging hub in Tauranga
Stage one of the charging hub was expected to be complete by the end of 2024.
Rentals 'snatched up within a day of being listed' in Tauranga
Tauranga was in the top 10 most expensive districts to rent in during August.
Mount Hot Pools to temporarily close
The hot ocean water complex will close its doors for maintenance on October 9.
'Spiralled': How mum's untreated ADHD led to a 'severe' eating disorder
Kat Hamill shares how she reached her 'breaking point' and sought help.
Harrowing abuse: Domestic violence survivor reveals the first red flag
"I used to get beaten, kicked, whipped, threatened with a machete ..."
Top law firm cautioned after ‘workaround’ advice led to foreign investment law breaches
The foreign investment watchdog said it was concerned by the law firm's approach.
Mark Lister: Don’t squander these high interest rates
OPINON: Fixed income could be about to offer some great opportunities.
'Just in time for summer': New Four Square opening in Mount Maunganui
Foodstuffs is working with local iwi Ngāi Te Rangi to open the store.
What election candidates say to a woman who waited nearly two years for surgery
Bay of Plenty candidates respond to Louise Roberts' story.
Defence Force disposes of grenade found at a Pāpāmoa address
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal team responded to the address.
Painful endometriosis battle sparks campaign to pay for others to get private surgery
'The public waiting list is far too long, and that is why we are helping two young women.'
Trial date set: Retired rugby star denies selling guns to gang, faking burglary
A sixth charge has been added since his last court appearance.
Letters: Free bus travel for council staff divides opinions
Opinion: Our readers have their say.
'Stop our children being a political rugby ball': Teacher's message to candidates
One teacher believes a lack of a cross-party shared vision is 'destroying our future'.
Christopher Luxon proves he's in Te Puke by holding up today's Te Puke Times paper
The National leader is travelling east along the Bay of Plenty coast today.
‘No real thought’: CBD workers facing 'tough choices' ahead of parking changes
CBD workers consider whether their jobs are worth it amid sweeping parking changes.
T20 Black Clash: Latest players named for iconic game in Mount Maunganui
Tickets go on sale and are expected to sell out again.
Striking heart surgeon: Healthcare bureaucrats need to open their eyes
Dr Boddington has also apologised to the public for the disruption caused by the strikes.