Leaky fluoride tank delays dosing for part of city
The new fluoride tank is expected to be ready by mid-June.
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Emergency water shutdown in Katikati
Katikati residents are urged to conserve water 'due to significant leak'.
Body found at Whangamatā Beach believed to be missing man
Police believe the body on the beach is Jarrod Kingi, missing since April 25.
Trio deny murdering man found dead on a Kawerau doorstep
One of the three can be named after suppression lapsed.
'Won't let them down': Tauranga byelection winner announced
Hemi Rolleston looks set to fill the seat vacated by his nephew due to illness.
Tauranga's $13.98m Marine Precinct sale goes through after court ruling
It comes two weeks after a judge dismissed an interim injunction that halted the sale.
Why Toi Kiri Arts Festival's return is delayed until 2026
The Toi Kiri festival, focusing on indigenous arts, is postponed to 2026.
How Puhirake Ihaka reshaped Māori representation in Tauranga Moana
Puhirake Ihaka was honoured as an Officer in the New Zealand Order of Merit.
'Tough decisions' needed: Clock hīkoi targets Govt debt
The hīkoi arrived in Tauranga this afternoon, highlighting Government debt.
‘Focus on the essentials’: Minister's message for Tauranga council
Simon Watts emphasised the need for councils to deliver the basics well.
Doctors' strike: Appointments postponed, some clinics to close
More than 5000 senior doctors are striking, including 206 in Tauranga and 100 in Rotorua.
'Butchered': Pruning of pōhutukawa in reserve sparks outrage
The council condemned the act, saying it harms the environment and community.
'Stretched' health system 'getting quietly worse' - striking anaesthetist
He says he works 'well in excess' of his contract and the hospital faces staff shortages.
'A new heart': Doco charts city from fraught history to $306m civic development
Tauranga City Council paid almost $200,000 to produce the three-part series.
'Will never forgive you': Family inconsolable after cyclist killed by truck driver
Jessica Moser's family has been left 'destroyed' by her death in 2022.
'Dirty cash grab': Councillor blasts congestion charging proposal
Councillors concerned about impact of congestion charges on residents' stretched finances.
Uncle leads byelection race to become Māori ward councillor
Hemi Rolleston looks set to fill the seat vacated by his nephew due to illness.
'Frankly despicable': Judge condemns vigilante actions
Patrick Moloney, 19, admitted to assault and harmful communication charges.
Crane barge removal under way after capsizing at Tauranga marina
The barge capsized on March 31 in Tauranga Bridge Marina.
Rugby player in ICU after serious head clash on Anzac Day
The rugby community has rallied, offering immense support to Joey Ah-Sui's family.
Motorists back to 100km/h speed limit on SH30 Whakatāne-Rotorua
A widower has mixed feelings about the change after losing his wife in a 2019 crash.
One injured after car hits tree in Pyes Pā
One vehicle has crashed and the road remains open.
New bus stop bays open in Tauranga
Six new bus stop bays opened today in Tauranga’s city centre.
'Extremely concerning': Liquor stores caught selling booze to minors
Five liquor stores in and around Tauranga have been caught selling booze to minors.
Power outages reported around Tauranga
Power cuts hit 43 properties in Papamoa this morning.
Tauranga sailor Tom Saunders claims silver in France
Tom Saunders took home a silver medal in the ILCA 7 at the French Olympic.
'Huge step forward': New rural 'community base' for Pāpāmoa
Its mission is to 'serve the community' for recreational and educational purposes.
Tauranga marks 161st anniversary of Battle of Gate Pā with special service
The service marks 161 years since the Battle of Pukehinahina-Gate Pā.
College 'acted unreasonably' in handling historical sexual abuse complaint - Ombudsman
Ex-Tauranga Boys' College student said his teacher asked him to perform bondage on him.
66-year-old runner returns to compete in iconic mountain event
Janet Baird, 66, is training for her first Mauao King & Queen of the Mountain.
'Beautiful buildings': College undergoes major transformation
A $47m redevelopment was announced in 2018 for 57 teaching spaces.
'Kiwi dream': Designer's unique holiday home hits the big screen
Fifteen years has been dedicated to the design and build of The Chodge in South Waikato.
'Far-reaching and devastating': Meth use has surged in this part of NZ as prices drop
Police attribute increased drug use to greater availability and lower prices.