Union workers are threatening to picket the arrival of a shipment of Chinese-made railway wagons at the Port of Tauranga.

Shopping at farmers' markets feeds the heart, mind, soul and stomach. Kirsten Warner checked out some of the best products and top stallholders, just a sample of the many treats on offer.

It's never too early for your children to become social climbers, writes Alex Tully.

Wet weekends needn't be dull, writes Gill South.

A teacher and three students were assaulted during an attack involving seven teenagers at Tauranga Girls' College - and the mother of one victim is "disgusted" at how the school has handled the incident.

Libby Nicholson-Moon finds 10 of the best cafes for Sunday brunch.

Tauranga is making a name for itself as a serious foodie destination, writes Catherine Smith.

Shoes can make all the difference to your look, says footwear designer Lilah Winchester.

A 28-year-old man who was given up for adoption allegedly subjected his birth mother to more than 12 months of abuse.