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4x4 trials a family affair for Nathan Fogden and his sons
Bay of Plenty Four Wheel Drive Club is raising money for Waipuna Hospice on Sunday
Cyclone Gabrielle: What you need to do now to get ready
Another cyclone heading towards Aotearoa is likely to bring more torrential rain.
50km before 50: Councillor by weekday, Tarawera Ultramarathon runner by weekend
More than 5000 people are expected to take part in the event.
PM Chris Hipkins on Tauranga growth woes and economic plans
Getting young people into work was a key part of the PM's trip to Tauranga.
'A little miracle' no one injured in 'horrific' Maungatapu slip - PM
Hipkins visited families displaced after slips who are now fighting for insurance cover.
National's plans to tackle Tauranga’s infrastructural and social challenges
National Party leader Christopher Luxon is promising his party will get things done.
Thought you saw a UFO this morning? Flying lights explained
'I went outside to have a cigarette with my cup of tea. I thought it was UFOs in the sky.'
Cyclone Gabrielle warnings: Auckland mayor extends state of emergency
Most models are showing Cyclone Gabrielle will directly hit New Zealand next week.
Freezer sit-in helps teen prep for icy challenge
Swimmer uses deep freeze to help acclimatise for ice swimming championships.
Studies start with money in the pocket
Students from Te Puke High School and Pāpāmoa college benefit from trust.
Watch: 'Massive boom' - Cathedral Cove damaged after 'scary' landslide
'If it was peak time there would have been many people. Very lucky it didn’t kill anyone.'
Covid vaccine available to under-5s with high health risks from today
Expert welcomes extension of vaccine, but wants more under-5s to get access.
Appeal for sightings of Bay of Plenty man missing for two months
Despite 'extensive searches' across the region, the Murupara man cannot be found.
Cyclone Gabrielle warnings: Residents told to 'prepare for worst' - and to stock up on essentials
Most models are showing Cyclone Gabrielle will directly hit New Zealand next week.
Highway closed as large slip comes down in Bay of Plenty
A large slip has come down on the highway this morning.
PM in Tauranga: Hipkins visits residents affected by slips
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins is visiting Tauranga today.
Cyclone threat: Upper North Island residents urged to prepare
Cyclone Gabrielle is on its way. Residents can prepare now in various ways.
Cyclone Gabrielle warning: 'Direct hit' with heavy rain, damaging winds early next week
WeatherWatch NZ have forecasted the storm to hit the northern half of the North Island
Kiri Gillespie: Financial caution needed by those who can't really afford to travel
It's great people are getting on planes again, but not everyone can afford to.
Premium debate: Looming cyclone stirs opinion of news coverage
Subscribers have their say on whether news of a potential cyclone is worth it.
Promising Te Puke flag football player far from flagging it
Selection for high-performance unit and possible scholarship for flag footballer.
Red Fox Tavern killers in bid to overturn their convictions
Chris Bush was shot dead at the Maramarua pub in 1987 and his killers still deny it.
'One of the most serious storms forecast for NZ this century': New Cyclone Gabrielle warning
Gabrielle could strike the upper North Island as early as Friday, forecasters warn.
Suspected spinal injuries in Mount Maunganui water incident
Police were alerted to a water incident about 7.30pm
Tauranga business faces big fine for 'putrid' smell of 'rotting, stinking, dead meat'
Residents reported hiding away inside their homes to avoid the stench
'Trying times': 60 pc of maize crops wiped out, kiwifruit damaged, farmers worried
A tropical cyclone could cause more pain for contractors, kiwifruit growers and farmers.
I Thought of You: A pink heart from abroad
Here's a story of love as part of the Katikati Advertiser's Valentines Day story special.
First day of school jitters at Katikati College
Year 7s had their first day at Katikati College last week.
Wheels up for Mount Maunganui skatepark
The council has signed off plans for a $3.6m destination skatepark.
NZ study showing higher rates of heart disease after Covid jabs should be treated with caution - expert
The study provided further reassurance about the safety of the vaccine, an official said.
Art society offers beginners' classes
Art classes a chance to learn and get to know the team.
New export container volume commitment to strengthen supply chain confidence
Fresh commitment avoids need for 18,000 long-haul road and rail round trips a year.