City to Surf: Entries open for Bay's biggest fun run and walk
The race takes in some of Tauranga's most iconic scenery.
'I can’t remember': Rape complainant's memory under scrutiny in seasonal workers' trial
After struggling to piece together night's events, woman says she knows she said 'no'.
'Not a choice': 2.8% of Tauranga people experience homelessness
Rough sleeping is what most people think of when it comes to homelessness.
Tauranga council projects spurned for fast-tracking
Tauranga City Council is disappointed that its fast-track applications have been declined
Gymnast with Olympic dreams has just one thing holding her back
Azaria Tai is 8 years old and excelled in her first competitive season.
New Zealand news
Risk of thunderstorms, hail for parts of NZ tomorrow
Students may have a wet start to the first day of term.
'A bit traumatic': Crankworx 2024 worth millions to city despite boycott blow
Between a boycott and sponsorship struggles, there were still successes and learnings.
Father fights to transfer te reo Māori-speaking son from kura to mainstream school
Now, a Family Court judge has made the final call on where the boy should go.
Latest video
Talented 8-year-old gymnast Azaria's big dreams
Azaria Tai is 8 years old and showing a lot of potential in her gymnastics. She hopes to one day go to the Olympics and represent New Zealand. Video / Ayla Yeoman
Man rescued after vehicle drops 15m on to roof
A man was airlifted to hospital after his vehicle dropped 15m off a road on to its roof in the Coromandel. Video / Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust
Harry and Kowhai the assistance dog
The relationship between Harry, and his assistance dog Kowhai, provides a much-needed bond between the two and allows his parents to relax. Video / Tom Eley
'A future for us here': How young city professionals can shift their mindset
OPINION: Three tips for finding positivity and purpose when you choose to stay in NZ.
Body found after car plunges into Waioeka River near Ōpōtiki
A search was successful after river conditions improved.
Police seize LSD, cocaine, meth and $800k cash in crime syndicate bust
Police said today’s arrests follow months of painstaking investigation.
Consent reforms needed to fix 'overkill' system – builder
Changes to the building consent system are welcomed as it is currently arduous.
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The meth lab, the gang taxing and a murder charge
Five years after a meth lab was found in bush, the chaotic fallout can be revealed.
Small-town backdrop frames the bigger picture
Jared Donkin speaks with Tom Raynel about his journey to founding Radlab.
Zespri pushes hard to sell second plan for offshore kiwifruit growing expansion
The global marketer says overseas growers deliver significant benefits back home.
Singaporeans pay $40m for 24.9% of five-village retirement chain
'This is a capital-intensive business. We really want to expand' – chairman Bill McDonald.
Mark Lister: What 2025 could hold for the NZ dollar's fortunes
OPINON: Whether a stronger currency is good or not depends on your perspective.
Woman coerced into giving baby up for adoption in 1965 wants Govt apology
'The hospitals have got a lot to answer for in terms of their involvement with adoption.'
Our community
Bee-themed storytelling brightens rainy day in Te Puke
Children dress as bees for storytime in Te Puke, featuring live bumblebees and prizes.
Tiny Thames train attraction at risk from sea level rise project
The track runs along a seawall that protects $1 billion in assets.
Fishery lobbyists and Fisheries NZ tangle over Coromandel dredging survey
Fisheries New Zealand says they will only be dredging 0.01% of the scallop beds.
Driver rams another car off road, assaults a person and flees
Weekly report from Katikati Police - October 3-9
From playground to produce: Giggles centre nurtures families with fresh food
Giggles Centre links kids, families, and elderly in garden, sharing knowledge and produce.
Sport news
Battle of the Bays: Bay of Plenty steal quarter-final in dying moments
The Steamers roll on to the semifinals.
Battle of the Bays ahead for Steamers in quarter-finals
The Bay of Plenty Steamers are primed for an exciting home quarter-final this Saturday.
Hayden Paddon wins Rally Bay of Plenty
Emma Gilmour secures her first podium since 2016, finishing second in Rally Bay of Plenty.
Business
Small-town backdrop frames the bigger picture
Jared Donkin speaks with Tom Raynel about his journey to founding Radlab.
'A future for us here': How young city professionals can shift their mindset
OPINION: Three tips for finding positivity and purpose when you choose to stay in NZ.
Zespri pushes hard to sell second plan for offshore kiwifruit growing expansion
The global marketer says overseas growers deliver significant benefits back home.
Lifestyle
Work to commence on Tairua to Pāuanui trail after consent granted
A long-awaited trail connecting the towns has gained resource consent.
Kiri Allan reveals new pūhoro ta moko
The ta moko is the work of Northland artist Anikaaro Harawira.
Singaporeans pay $40m for 24.9% of five-village retirement chain
'This is a capital-intensive business. We really want to expand' – chairman Bill McDonald.
Opinion
Lizzie Marvelly: Teens and screens - why GirlGuiding is an antidote to social media harms
OPINION: Children and young people are spending huge amounts of time on screens.
Opinion: The tax debate that won’t go away
OPINION: Capital gains tax debate resurfaces.
Rural news
Sweetcorn secrets: How to grow the perfect crop
OPINION: When I think of summer, I think of sweetcorn.
Cull or protect? The deer debate of 1930
“One could say that the deer are doing more good than harm."
Growing Future Farmers needs more farm trainers
Growing Future Farmers has 131 applications instead of the projected 80 placements.
Car news and advice
Volkswagen Tiguan first drive: right on the buttons
Tiguan SUV is completely new, and serves as a 'sorry' from VW about that button fiasco.
Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray & ZO6 first drives: playing in the sand
One's very fast, the other very aggressive. They're very different Corvettes.
Keanu Reeves makes dramatic pro racing debut at Toyota GR Cup
Plenty of action for the star, including a spin, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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