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Official funding for events to lift regional tourism
The Government is giving grants to boost Bay of Plenty and Coromandel tourism.
Surfer wants parking fees at popular beach used to fund lifeguards
A Hot Water Beach surfer says his club deserves a piece of the paid parking pie.
Sport a potent rehab tool, says veteran
Ben Lucas, Paralympian No 99, on what makes the Paralympics event special.
Rolled forklift: Person taken to hospital after getting trapped
Crews were sent to an address about 11.49am.
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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
12 call-outs for Te Puke Fire Brigade
Car fire ignites shelter belt, two vehicles destroyed.
New surf lifesaving building gets $1.5m boost
Whiritoa Lifeguard Service is planning to build a $5 million clubhouse.
Council told to tread carefully with flood model
The same model could be used in other areas across the Coromandel.
Surf lifeguards shine at regional awards
Andrew McDowell from Pukehina Surf Rescue was BOP Volunteer of the Year.
EastPack sets new trays-packed record, topping 50 million
Landmark tray packed at Quarry Rd plant.
Sport news
Day 11 recap: NZ eye more medals
All the action you may have missed from day 11 of the Paris Olympics 2024.
'I'll be thinking about it a long time': Hurt to linger for Luuka Jones
Competing in her fifth and likely last Games, the Kiwi was cruelly denied a shot at gold.
Kiwi triathletes raced with E. coli-like sickness
Two members of the team were struggling in the lead-up.
Business
Opinion: More twists in the US election tale
OPINION: What a pivotal month in US politics might mean for markets.
ChargeNet opens NZ’s largest charging hub in Tauranga: How much taxpayers chipped in
The company wants to see a UFB-style model established for the charging network.
Honey exporter Comvita sinks to $16.8m loss
Comvita blames trading conditions in China and non-recurring costs.
Lifestyle
Social media etiquette: Should you follow your boss?
And how should bosses navigate connecting with staff online?
Where is NZ's best toastie? Battle heats up in mouth-watering race
Who will win the 2024 Great NZ Toastie Takeover?
Richard O’Brien returns with a musical for the modern era
Richard O'Brien returns with a new darkly comic fairytale for the stage
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
Pork industry posthumously honours Canterbury farmer
"He is remembered & respected as someone people could always call to discuss the sector.”
Christopher Luxon talks agriculture on The Country
Christopher Luxon, Miles Hurrell, Blair McLean, Wendy Paul.
Forget Barry Crump - this is the new face of the New Zealand bush
Sam Gibson wants to bring our bush back from the brink.
Car news & advice
Kim Dotcom's rare Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG Cabriolet set for auction
A very rare Mercedes with a colourful ownership history is up for auction in NZ.
Singular V12-powered Ferrari F40 GTR goes to auction
The only factory-approved V12 Ferrari F40 is going under the hammer in the UK.
The Ford Maverick Lobo is the ute we need
A performance-oriented street version of Ford's small ute? Yes please Ford NZ!
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