Emergency services were called to Aria Ave about 6.15pm Sunday.

One festivalgoer said the artists playing reminded her of her 'high school years'.

Thirteen Lotto players nationally won the Second Division prize money.

Rachael Pratt said she had a 'very big chunk of flesh' removed from her leg.

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All traffic will be detoured from Tuesday.

'We are so very grateful for the amazing support', says foodbank manager.

The hip hop and R&B festival will come to Tauranga on Sunday.

Crews from three fire stations fought the blaze.

The number of dog-related incidents including dog attacks this year revealed.

Safety advice for swimmers also follows slew of shark sightings in the area.

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Plus, 'tonnes of shark sightings' in busy day for Bay of Plenty and Coromandel lifeguards.

Experts say these sighting are common this time of year.

'It’s going to hurt him for a long time ... for two young lives to be taken so tragically'

Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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“It was the longest hours of my life.”

Broadcaster describes dramatic scenes to followers as shark cruises shallows.

And agencies are expecting an influx this holiday period.

Hato Hone St John was notified of the incident at 11.50am.

Roads will be closed in Tauranga CBD as the event takes place at Wharepai Domain.

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Once, an entire recycling truck’s contents weighing 4.38t were sent to landfill.

Bay of Plenty Times is looking back at the stories of 2023.

'Tomorrow you’ll wake up and it’ll be blue sky and everyone will be happy again.'

Community events have been cancelled but fireworks may still go ahead.