Funeral home fined $85k after cremation smoke 'invaded' homes, bodies
Judge says despite ruling, no amount of money can make the matter right.
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'I saw red': Gun owner, 72, says new online firearm registry system is too hard
“[We] should be able to go into the police station and register over the counter.”
'Delightful, happy' student killed in train tragedy
'We’re devasted to lose one of our own in such awful circumstances.'
Limiting the fallout when businesses fail
Opinion: Other countries approach failing businesses more proactively than we do in NZ.
Anchored freight ship lost its rudder, detention notice issued
The vessel remains anchored off Mount Maunganui.
Police appeal for witnesses after young person killed by train
Emergency services responded to the incident on Hewletts Rd around 2.55pm.
Bay of Plenty councils identify projects involving man accused of forgery
Nationwide, potentially 1000 building consents and 40 local authorities could be impacted.
Young person dies after being hit by train
Police say the railway death will be referred to the Coroner.
Bunnings blocked from opening: Mitre 10-linked company hammered with $500k penalty
Watchdog hopes penalty will deter others after operator tried thwarting rival.
Maritime NZ investigating freight ship unable to move anchors off Mount Maunganui coast
An exclusion zone has been placed around the ship, which has been there since last week.
Traditional Cook Islands dance fitness classes keeping culture alive
Cook Islands Language Week's theme: Connect me to my homeland's traditions and culture.
New group aims to make space for trans people to 'be their authentic selves'
'We’re workers. We’re students. We’re active members of society with everyday jobs'
The Ginaissance: How distilleries here work to stand out in the craft spirit crowd
'A lot of beer and wine drinkers are leaning towards gin these days.'
Bay's largest Vanuatu Independence Day celebration this weekend
The 43rd independence celebration is happening on Sunday in Pāpāmoa.
‘Totally unacceptable’: Sir Paul Adams on poverty, homelessness and NZ’s growing social divide
"The only way to succeed financially was to become well-qualified professionally."
'Misconception': This woman owns a home and business but still needs a benefit to survive
The cost-of-living crisis is hitting people across the board.
Pole mystery deepens: 'The more I look at it, the more random it’s starting to look'
'Is this a sign?' Teacher tosses up what to do with pole someone cemented in her driveway.
Sonya Bateson: Our city centre is grim. We need change, progress and personality
Opinion: The chance to build something great is a once-in-a-generation opportunity.
Locals have their say: Should the Tauranga to Auckland passenger train return?
An investigation suggested scoping studies for routes including Tauranga to Auckland.
He didn't know he was having a heart attack. Luckily, he was in 'one of the best places' for it
Fate or coincidence? The community stalwart doesn't know which helped save him.
Death after workplace incident in Mount Maunganui
Next of kin are being notified and the death will be referred to WorkSafe and the coroner.
'I have no idea what this is doing here': Mystery pole appears in woman's driveway
She says the community is as invested as she is in discovering how it got there - and why.
'Showing up everywhere': Concerns as homeless exempt from freedom camping rules
A fed-up Pāpāmoa man claims a house bus stayed a year, on and off, in a 'pristine' spot.
The Premium Debate: Online subscribers react to $26m a year Civic Precinct running costs
Opinion: Premium online subscribers have their say.
Author Dawn Picken's legacy honoured by Tell Me Tauranga event
"It’s about a legacy that’s felt deeply and a story that is crying out to be told.”
Take what they need: Why this humble Tauranga op-shop doesn't price its items
”There’s good things there for them, regardless of how much of a donation they give."
Coromandel washout: Traffic increase prompts speed limit change
Traffic data showed an increase of 20 per cent, or around 500 vehicles per day.
Student discharged from hospital after being hit by car
The student was hit by a car on Ōtūmoetai Rd around 3.20pm on Tuesday.
Primary school student hit by car trying to retrieve ball
The incident happened after school.
How to solve our road circus: Kick these dangerous habits
Opinion: It’s not just about getting there; it’s about getting there safely.
The Premium Debate: New subdivisions abound, but infrastructure zero
Opinion: Our online premium subscribers have their say.
Local Focus: Shifting to alternative modes of transport
Private cars account for 90 per cent of journeys in Tauranga and it’s causing headaches.
Photos: Tauranga home takes out supreme award at region's House of the Year
The building company took out several awards.
'Dead bodies over our property': Couple say ash from faulty cremator 'ruined' their lives
Legacy Funeral Homes Limited admits illegal discharges from its crematorium.