Laurence and Ron have been kept apart by Covid-19, but now these old friends are back.

"It's quite exciting. It's great to hear that these sorts of things are going on."

'An incredible opportunity', or a 'totally deficient' proposal: council debates.

"We do what we can, but... a dog should be in a home, not in a shelter."

"What we're going to see is people not moving to Tauranga..."

'I'm a big, fat, funny clown, and that's not the image they probably want to have.'

'Māori people want to learn Te Reo because it's absolutely critical that they should do.'

"Play hard, play fair... make yourself some amazing memories."

Ten of the 12 candidates faced questions on housing, parks, water, and more.

Water assets, housing, council tenders - what do Kaimai ward candidates think?

Community leaders weigh in on more intensified housing for Te Puke.

'You never expect to win when you're the little club'

'Mums are really doing it rough out there ... they're just doing it on their own'

Mums, kids, candidates and musicians all turned out to support Daffodil Day.

A pest control leader tells you how to get rid of your trapped pests.

"If they can prove good listeners during the campaign stage...that will serve them well."

'I'm seeing members coming back who were kids that I taught a generation back'

Reducing rat running isn't as easy as it seems, but a panel is hard at work on a solution.

"I've got the speed wobbles with the number of plans you're getting signed off."

Council says there was 'wilful damage' to a $4500 tree

A club member says the building is in 'dire need' of improvement.

Despite their advisory forum's objections, two new chemicals can be used on a trial basis.

"Now the challenge in front of us is to move it beyond a plan."

The barrel aged brew contains coriander seed, ginger, hops and lemon peel.

Community board duo look back on the past three years of Covid-19 and service.

"I don't think I did anything special, but I certainly sort of pulled my weight"

'It was actually the first time I read the speech without crying.'

Local input invaluable when planning for a future affected by climate change.

'A chance for the community to see our fantastic local talent in arts and music'

The district council says an aspect of waste plan has 'the wrong focus'.

The Mercury Bay Recovery Centre is said to be "a win-win for everyone".

Documentary is a really uplifting story about women and how beautiful they can be.

"What I have an issue with is the potential for regional councils...to extend their role."

'Don't climb up in a tree in a storm'

'Give it a go just for a week in your house...and see how easy it is.'

'It will become more common to see them around Waihī and in the Hauraki Gulf'

A presenter says sea levels could rise much more quickly than district council data shows.

A celestial navigator on Matariki, family, and how to spot the constellation

Planting of the reserve is back underway, despite resident's concerns.

Two men have announced their intention to stand for mayor ahead of July nominations.

The council is seeking feedback on proposed changes to its parking and traffic rules.

The Whangamata Area School could be subject to zoning - read more to have your say.

Others include Ngakoma Ngamane, Dr Miriam Saphira and Denise Messiter.

Early report said there was a possibility an improvised explosive device had been found.

Highest incomes per booking include Hahei, Whitianga, Waihi Beach and Pauanui properties

The Tauranga Bird Club is spreading its wings, starting with this weekend's show.