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Tauranga crash blocks road
The crash took place on 6th Ave in Tauranga this morning.
Axemen — and women — needed
A working bee for the club will be held on October 19-20.
Boatie warned after altercation on Whakatāne wharf
Steve Wright laid an assault complaint after an altercation at the boat ramp.
No rugby at AIMS Games for a young Nathan Harris
A former All Black played football for Te Puke Intermediate.
Premium picks
'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
'Smells revolting': What it's like in a burnt-out house
'This is a rare chance to walk through a fire-damaged home.'
Then and now: Historic photo recreated
Groundsmen recreate school photo from the past.
'Seismic shift' in average age of population raises questions
Thames-Coromandel's ageing population highlights what's in store for the rest of NZ.
Acclaimed local restaurants put Waikato on the foodie map
Almost 20 local restaurants have been named in the Cuisine Good Food Awards 2024/2025.
Familiar faces front folk club gig
The duo play the guitar, keyboard, accordion, bodhran, penny whistle and bagpipes.
Exploring health apps with DORA
No booking is required to find out what the apps can do.
Sport news
How every team can win the Ranfurly Shield (except Southland)
All roads will go through Hawke’s Bay starting this weekend against the Tasman Mako.
Watch: Dame Lisa Carrington's secret to success, and future plans
Carrington shares insights on her journey to becoming NZ's most dominant Olympian.
No rugby at AIMS Games for a young Nathan Harris
A former All Black played football for Te Puke Intermediate.
Business
Will NZ mortgage rates fall as much as you’re hoping?
OPINION: OCR projected to drop to about 3% by early 2027, impacting future mortgage rates.
$1.9b for transport: Where it will be spent in Bay of Plenty
Cash boost part of $32.9b National Land Transport Programme for 2024-2027.
Boating companies in liquidation owing IRD $1.5m in unpaid taxes
The businesses owe unpaid taxes and loans, according to the IRD's statements of claim.
Lifestyle
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.
Chomping down bigtime: Fast-food giant expanding in NZ
New outlets across the country contributed to the New Zealand arm performing strong.
Motorcycle enthusiasts to converge on Coromandel town
Kickdown Festival with music and motorcycles set to return to Whangamatā.
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
'Crap to cash': Start-up nominated for breakthrough technology
The significance of these achievements is "massive".
Merino on the slopes: The Kiwi apparel company gone global
After early setbacks, a Kiwi couple have taken their Merino wool sports apparel worldwide.
From Wales to NZ: A well-travelled tractor called Wombat
Transporting Wombat from Carmarthenshire was 'quite a mission' for Peter Rogers.
Car news & advice
Ultimate PHEV guide: every plug-in hybrid electric car and SUV you can buy in NZ
Your complete guide to every plug-in hybrid new vehicle available.
Celestiq in the House: how Cadillac plans to become the Rolls-Royce of cars (again)
We visit Cadillac House in Detroit, home of the 'ultra-luxury' Celestiq.
GWM Cannon Alpha Ultra hybrid review: truck and tech
GWM's Cannon Alpha Ultra hybrid has features never seen on a ute in NZ.
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Bay of Plenty Times Property Guide
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