Tauranga families living 2.5km apart swap homes
"Oh my god, how did you come up with this idea?"
Bay Woolworths staff walk off jobs to protest wages, staffing levels
Some staff can't afford to shop where they work, a delegate says.
Bay Woolworths staff walk off jobs to protest wages, staffing levels
Some staff can't afford to shop where they work, a delegate says.
'It was retaliation': Brother allegedly killed in armed Mongrel Mob hit
Mitchell Te Kani was struck in the head with a crowbar. Now 10 people are on trial.
Sara's side hustle is blooming
Sara Patterson creates unique, handmade greeting cards using locally grown flowers.
North Island's East Coast struck by 'moderate' shaking after earthquake
The quake struck 15km west of Tokomaru Bay.
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Matakana kura’s epic daily commute to Aims
Te Kura o Te Moutere o Matakana students are making their way from Matakana Island to the Tauranga mainland by boat for Aims Games.
Woolworths First Union members protest pay and working conditions
Woolworths First Union members protesting near the Cameron Rd, Tauranga store today for fairer pay and better working conditions.
Pāpāmoa home damaged by fire opened to public for fire safety awareness
A Pāpāmoa home damaged by fire has been opened to public for fire safety awareness.
Woolworths First Union members protest pay and working conditions
Woolworths First Union members protesting near the Cameron Rd, Tauranga store today for fairer pay and better working conditions.
Cyclone recovery fund to assist with Western Bay road repairs
Several roads were damaged early in 2023.
Gymnast trades hospital admissions for Zespri Aims Games
Chloe Crumb has gone from hospital admissions every other month to competing as a gymnast.
Country music awards hit high note with renowned guest artists
Country music singers from throughout New Zealand are vying to be the best.
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'I lie awake worrying about money': Middle-income Kiwis on the brink
They're okay, but only just - and not without sacrifices and side hustles.
'Magical place': The Mount homes worth millions - and why their owners won't sell
One was bought for $11,500. It's now worth more than $3 million.
'Reduced scale': $400m Mt Maunganui retirement village granted consent
Council reveals price paid for its former elder housing village site.
139 jobs lost as mussel processing plant in Tauranga set to close
The joint venture is 'unable to profitably process mussels in Tauranga'.
'Families are drowning': Tenants under pressure in NZ's priciest region for rents
'Landlords are trying to increase rents, but without the demand.'
Mount residents 'furious' at decision on high-rise rules
'If ... it was a normal democracy, there’s no way that that would get ruled in.'
Our community
AIMS Games 2024 Day three - Te Puke schools
Action from Te Puke Intermediate and Te Ranga School teams in the hockey, rip rugby, girls and boys rugby and netball competitions from day 3 of AIMS Games 2024.
Pukehina Surf Rescue to auction compact bach
Project to fund final phases of new clubhouse.
Tairua dog attack: Man charged
A 54 year-old man has been charged with owning two dogs who mauled a woman.
Outgoing chief executive reflects on 30 years at council
Outgoing Hauraki District Council boss reflects on 30 years of service.
Katikati Rugby and Football Club: New coaches, players create 'good vibe'
The Katikati Stags came out roaring this season.
Graffiti-inspired logo for local youth
Logo captures self-identity, rebellious energy and creativity of youth.
Sport news
School celebrates first special needs representative at AIMS Games
Te Puke's Charlie Ward ran the cross country and is competing in indoor bowls.
Aims Games: Parking, transport info as 24k visitors descend on city
Free bus service runs every 30 minutes, encouraging sustainable travel for athletes.
Cheeky social media jabs follow Tasman's historic Ranfurly Shield win
Tasman celebrate first Ranfurly Shield win as Hawke’s Bay face playful jabs.
Business
NZ’s biggest house-builder G.J. Gardner planning 30% franchise growth
'If you’re in a really tough game, go on the attack.'
First Kmart, now $235m new funds for Mark Gunton's Westgate
Consortium money will allow the further expansion of Auckland's Westgate.
Profit down but performance solid for Briscoes
The group reported a $33 million profit but isn't confident of hitting last year's highs.
Lifestyle
Explained: Why would Kmart expand in this tough retail environment?
Boss from across the Tasman explains the reasoning behind Kmart's expansion here.
Country music awards hit high note with renowned guest artists
Country music singers from throughout New Zealand are vying to be the best.
JLL retirement village study: population up, companies adjust growth
Most older people do not live in such villages, even with 53,000 people there now.
Opinion
The youngsters who Razor should retain
Opinion: A few All Blacks debutants raised their hand high to coach Scott Robertson.
Liam Napier: The new caps to expect in Robertson's first All Blacks squad
OPINION: Scott Robertson will name his 32-man squad on Monday evening.
Kris Shannon: The beginning of the end for Kane Williamson
OPINION: The situation provides a chance to reflect on what might have been.
Rural news
Bill Gates backs Kiwi livestock genetics company to improve food supply in Africa
Gene editing a valuable tool for NZ Inc, says dairy genetics specialist.
The Country Fast Five: Meet Karl Davis
The Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.
Forestry sector's claims of council inexperience disputed by local environmentalists
Environmentalists say forestry industry needs to look at its own failings.
Car news & advice
Cadillac Sollei and Opulent Velocity up close: Manila Cream and multi-mode
Cadillac is partying like it's 1959 and 2029 with two new concept cars.
Porsche's new Taycan Turbo S Celestial Jade has Southeast Asian roots
The latest Porsche special edition has a rather striking new paint job.
Toyota reverses course on EV production, cuts targets by 33%
The Japanese giant has scaled back its projections on the back of the global EV slowdown.
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