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Have you seen this truck? Police seek info on burglaries
Police are seeking information in relation to a vehicle of interest in Waihī burglaries.
Devastating Coromandel fire: EV not to blame, $3.7m mansion owners thank community
Social media speculation had incorrectly blamed an EV for the fire.
Climate change: Parts of NZ could be getting hotter and drier more quickly than we think
Scientists think a heating, drying feedback loop seen elsewhere could be happening in NZ.
Iconic boat owner told to build new jetty, gift it to iwi, lease it back
The paddle boat was once a common sight on the lake.
One person killed in Tauranga crash, second person 'critical' in hospital
The crash happened shortly before 12.50pm on Saturday.
Cricket: Te Puke’s Bay of Plenty Cup final opponents found
The final is to be played in January.
Inside the 5-year search for justice after innocent man killed in gang revenge
Two men were shot dead weeks apart in the same second-hand store in Tauranga.
Sharemarket well-positioned for 2024 after stronger-than-expected year - Mark Lister
OPINION: Our market is heavily weighted to defensive businesses that pay dividends.
Whakatāne gang funeral: Police make 15 arrests, seize guns, knives, knuckle duster
Police said 14 of those arrested were gang members or associates.
Fire destroys house at Cooks Beach, Coromandel
Smoke and flames could be seen from Whitianga.
Serious injuries in Bay of Plenty and Waikato crashes, police seeking one driver
Police are seeking a motorist involved in a Tokoroa crash in which a cyclist was injured.
Next chapter for Katikati College Year 13s
It was a day of recognising student achievement and for Year 13s to say goodbye.
Dog owner bitten by man after elderly border collie mauled
Molly has had two surgeries and may need more after her throat was 'ripped open'.
'Final push' for foodbank appeal as more people seek help
The Christmas Appeal is at the end of its fifth week.
Bay of Plenty holidays: How to make a staycation feel like an actual holiday
Airbnb-ing is not within everyone’s budget, so here's how to have fun at home.
Elderly woman in hospital after stroke brutally assaulted with chair by another patient
Police say they are making inquiries after a patient was injured at Tauranga Hospital.
Top boys' college distances itself from teacher after Covid-19 ‘whistleblower’ email to Herald
The teacher characterised a man accused of leaking Covid vax data as a 'whistleblower'.
Making a splash: An expert's guide to doing the perfect bomb/manu
Those judged as having the best manu could head to the world championships.
'A good day': Grieving mum welcomes crossing safety improvements
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Watch: First look at SH25A reopening months ahead of schedule
The news brings a welcome economic boost to the beleaguered Coromandel Peninsula.
'Large gang presence’: Extra police for two gang funerals in Whakatāne
Locals are asked to expect delays while gang farewells members.
Business donates nearly $14K to Bay of Plenty foodbanks
Foodbanks are “at the coalface of the cost-of-living crisis".
Western Bay of Plenty District Council holiday information
Rubbish collections, freedom camping, library opening times and more.
Shot at, bashed, intimidated: Road workers speak out on 'extreme' abuse
NZTA boss worries for industry's future as half of staff quit within a year amid abuse.
Mobster sentenced for 'execution-style' 2018 murder of innocent man
Victim David Kuka was 'simply in the wrong place at the wrong time', a judge says.
Felt 'like a slave': Ex-restaurateurs to pay $423k for exploiting migrant workers
Seven migrants were exploited by the couple in two restaurants over a 12-month period.
New Year's Eve terror: What caused a bouncy castle to become 'airborne' - injuring five people
WorkSafe has released the findings of its investigation into the incident.
Arts stalwart a 'very lucky oldie'
Five generations have helped celebrate Joan Clarke’s 100th birthday.
New No 4 bridge coming
A temporary bridge will remain in place until the new bridge is completed
New reports sought on Tauranga murder-accused's fitness to stand trial
One report will explore whether she was legally insane at the time of the alleged killing.
Zespri reducing SunGold kiwifruit growing licences next year
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Te Puke on lookout for new town crier as Michael Jones steps down
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School’s waiata and haka part of Te Reo Kori
The winning group performed at the school's junior prizegiving.