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$10.3m funding approved for Tauranga traffic chokepoint project
Plans for a tidal lane at Turret Rd can begin but construction is still two years away.
Artist Mr G unveils portrait of Bay mayor
A painting of Kawerau Mayor Faylene Tunui was revealed on social media.
Road workers stop alleged drunk driver with baby on board
Police have thanked the crew for their 'vigilant reporting'.
87kg whopper one of record number of yellowfin caught near Tauranga
Record yellowfin tuna catch in Tauranga, outpacing marlin this season.
‘Extreme fluctuations’: What recruiters say as region’s job ads drop 22%
'The job market has become more competitive.'
Williamson signs new deal with English sides
Kane Williamson will play for Middlesex and London Spirit in 2025.
‘Not far from the finish line’: New approach to Piarere roundabout
The new Piarere roundabout approach will open on February 25.
Muggy, wet week: Humidity blankets North Island
Why Rotorua is the poster child for this week's high humidity.
A ‘war cry’ for sexual assault survivors: One-woman play comes to Bay
High school and tertiary students are being offered free tickets.
A second shot at Young Farmer title for Hamilton's Hugh Jackson
'Probably my last crack at the big dance, so it’s now or never to give it everything.'
What you need to know about Te Matatini 2025 – the ‘Olympics of kapa haka’
Te Matatini 2025 will be hosted in New Plymouth/Ngāmotu, Taranaki.
Critical injuries after SH30 crash involving truck
Emergency services were called to State Highway 30 at Rotoiti Forest.
Retail shake-up: Appliance delivery and removal brand moves into NZ
The company believes the NZ appliance retail market is ripe for upheaval.
'Done nothing wrong': Long-serving JP retires after convictions revealed
'I feel like the complainant has gone on some sort of witch hunt.'
Watch: The best and worst-performing hospital EDs in NZ revealed
Official information reveals the best and worst performing hospital emergency departments.
Opinion: Green shoots emerge as business confidence rebounds
The Fonterra payout this season is the highest in history.
MetService issues heavy rain warnings, torrential downpours forecast for parts of NZ
Auckland is set to avoid the worst of the front with only a few showers for the region.
Watch: Streaker stops play in Chiefs' win over Blues
The streaker was one of several fans who tried to get a closer look at the on-field action
She didn’t want her rapist to hurt anyone else so she went to police. On bail, he raped again
The second victim of Richard Wisnewski thought she was going to die during the ordeal.
'Deeply disappointing': Proposed job cuts will worsen access to palliative care - doctor
Public money would be spent on hospital admissions for people with 'nowhere else to go'.
Māori organic farmer shares her growing practices
An earth-friendly film is being shown in Katikati.
‘Easy money:’ How string of life setbacks led man to become meth courier
Tony Looker was eventually stopped by police who found $113,000 in cash and 44g of meth.
‘Moderate injuries’: Plane crash at Tauranga Airport
A gyrocopter crashed at Tauranga Airport, officials confirmed.
Calls for change: Tauranga urged to licence professional dog walkers
Call for professional dog walkers’ licence in Tauranga
'Eyes glowing with hatred': Victim bashed in Grindr ambush
A group of young men attacked the victim and left him traumatised.
How Tauranga’s handbag appeal is keeping Grace Millane’s memory alive
Tauranga collects handbags for women’s refuge, honouring Grace Millane’s legacy.
Letters to the editor: Bravo, hospital heroes
Opinion: Our readers have their say.
$60m BoP bridge and interchange to boost economy
Industrial development Rangiuru Business Park near Te Puke has reached a major milestone.
‘There was something missing’: Reconnecting to lost heritage brings healing
One man found out he was Māori from his dying grandmother.
‘A lot of reminiscing’: Iconic choir’s final reunion in Tauranga
The choir performed for Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, in Wellington.
Fire crews tackle large structure blaze in BoP
Residents are urged to avoid the area as crews work to contain the fire.
Guidelines set for part-sale of regional council’s port shares
Council's sale of Port of Tauranga shares to create an 'endowment fund' for the community.
Opinion: What employment law reform could mean for NZ workers
A $180,000 income threshold will affect unjustified dismissal rights.