Bank staff put in the hard yards
The bush area is part of the corridor between Ōtānewainuku and Kaharoa forests.
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'This should not have happened': Business owner fumes after Meta account hacked, $9500+ taken
'We took all the precautions recommended to us.'
New Katikati community patrol car a boost for local security
The new MG ZS SUV is a welcome upgrade for the patrol from their 20-year-old NissanTiida.
Treasures of Culture exhibition is set to begin in July, but they need your treasures
The Treasures of Culture exhibition at Western Bay Museum invites community involvement.
Outdoor work of art for Katikati
St Peter's Anglican Church is the new home for Katikati's latest artwork.
Live: Whakatāne River highest in four years, BoP gorge to remain closed overnight
The Whakatāne River reaches its second warning level - farmers are urged to move stock.
Missing Auckland teen's last known movements revealed
The teen drove to Karioitahi Beach and texted his friend he won't be home till late.
Cost of living: 300,000 more Kiwis worrying about money weekly
But it's the younger generation that are feeling most worried about money.
Upcoming night time closures for Coromandel SH25
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency advises the following night-time closures of State Highway
Community work a way to give back
Programme focuses on building confidence, life skills and encouraging a healthy lifestyle.
'Not doing enough': Dentist calls for Govt to prioritise dental health
Surgery wait times are affecting children's health, families and society.
Mitchell Te Kani murder: Another man charged
The man will appear in the Tauranga District Court tomorrow.
Fire and Emergency preparing for 'significant' weather event
MetService issued warnings Northland to Fiordland, watches for Bay of Plenty & Tasman.
The 'simple change' that will save money and 'brain energy' for people with ADHD
'It has the potential to reduce stress for people living with ADHD,' Pharmac says.
Closures coming up for bridge work
Wentworth River Bridge on the outskirts of Whangamatā will be closed to all traffic.
Watch: Major landslide in Bay of Plenty town
The slip is blocking the road and has cut power.
Live: BoP townships isolated due to flooding, slips, river reaches second warning level
A tropically-charged storm is continuing to lash many parts of the country.
Teacher part of winning football team
Fijians from around the world flock to the the Sangam Convention.
Richard Prebble: Why taxing ‘the rich’ will hurt us all
OPINION: Labour is using "the wealthy" as an enemy to help it win the election.
Cargo ship captain convicted for dangerous action during Gabrielle
Captain placed the vessel 'in unnecessary danger or risk'.
'I just screamed': Mum's horror after boy falls while climbing tree
She is grateful to rescue helicopter crew who flew him to hospital in critical condition.
Parliament protest: NZ police have come a long way since 1981
The Parliament protest in Wellington showed a new extremist ideology coming to light.
‘Severe meth use disorder’: Man busted with drugs, cash, axe in car jailed
Bradley Davies was sentenced for his ninth breach of a protection order.
Live: Highway reopens after slip, schools closed due to 'localised flooding'
State Highway 34 is closed this morning as heavy rain lashes the region.
Premium debate: NZ's illegal street racing problem not just about boy racers
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Bus driver shortage: New recruits flown in from overseas
The drivers will help get Tauranga's buses back to regular schedules.
Gord Stewart: Backpedal tourism to a better future
Opinion: Rebuilding our visitor experience to be what people should want from NZ.
Turning 'paradise' into a 'parking lot': Emotions high as $220.2m stadium debated
'Can't let things get in the way of progress... This represents a really good opportunity'
Battle of Gate Pā commemoration held in Tauranga
Many people have gathered to mark the 159th anniversary of the battle of Gate Pā.
'She has gone to paradise, but look what she has left behind': Netball legend farewelled
Netball legend Taini Jamieson has been farewelled by family and friends.
Three-month wait on SH25A decision ‘far too long’
MP Scott Simpson has spoken out at what he sees as a lack of urgency from Waka Kotahi.
DoC closes Coromandel sites for work
Sites in Coromandel’s Kauaeranga Valley will be closed this month for maintenance.