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Bay Dreams: About 15,000 people expected at music festival
'We’ve got the biggest lineup of the summer festivals for sure,' event manager says.
Scientist spots eight great whites in holiday hotspot
Tairua shark expert Dr Riley Elliott is on a mission to tag 20 great whites.
'Talk to someone': Farmer confidence knocked as costs rise
Some farmers indicated they are considering exiting the industry due to concerns.
Live music and emergencies as Tauranga rings in new year
Famous Last Words and L.A.B. played in front of sold-out crowds.
Premium stories of 2022: High school dropout to building boss and association president
"You don't necessarily need to be an academic genius to succeed in life."
New Year’s horror: Bouncy castle blows away - five injured
Eyewitness says the inflatable castle blew about 50m to 100m.
New Year horror as bouncy castle blows away; one person hospitalised
Eyewitness says the inflatable castle blew about 50m to 100m.
Families out in force to celebrate New Year's Eve
Five free community events aimed at the family.
Full campsites, busy restaurants: Holiday season off to good start
But there's still plenty of accommodation in Tauranga after January 4.
How to take care of your mental health this summer
A wellness expert said there was nothing more "uplifting" than being in nature.
Year in Review: June 2022
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Luke Kirkness: Drink-driving tests must be ramped up to address the issue
OPINION: The number of breath tests and driving under the influence convictions has shrunk
Premium stories of 2022: 'We heard screams coming from the sea': Dramatic rip rescue at Mount beach
'It was a stroke of luck we were there in the right time and place.'
Pass or fail? - New Zealand's report card
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How to party safely: Life-saving tips for NYE revellers from first responders
“Look after your friends and stick together."
New Year Honours: Doctor, ‘saint’, and now Sir Ashley Bloomfield
“I look back at that with a sense of pride, in what we achieved as a country.”
Veteran, cyclist, former mayor, translator among Eastern Bay's New Year Honours recipients
Six people from the Eastern Bay of Plenty are being honoured this New Year.
From a $12m to $270m business: Former CEO a New Year appointment
She was“surprised” and “very humbled” by the honour.
From Italy to Napier to Tauranga: New Year honouree's journey
Patricia Tondi acknowledged for services to the Italian community.
'What more could you want?': Tauranga art historian acknowledged in New Year Honours
Penelope Jackson says she is ‘amazed and humbled’ at appointment.
'Together we can do more': Passionate Tauranga environmentalist honoured
Tauranga iwi leader recognised for services to the environment and Māori-Crown relations.
Four Tauranga residents among New Year Honours
The honourees have been acknowledged for their services to a range of causes.
‘It felt like she was there’: Dawn Picken's life celebrated with sunrise climb
About 80 people climbed to meet the sunrise in silent tribute to the beloved Dawn Picken.
Sonya Bateson: Respect the power of the ocean
Opinion: Suddenly, I felt myself being dragged out to sea. It all happened so fast.
'A good few days': Modest Williamson plays down record-breaking knock
Williamson remained his stoic self when asked how he felt about his latest feat.
Year in Review: May 2022
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Premium stories of 2022: 'Unaffordable': Developers balk at proposal to charge homes $2500 a year
The concerns were some of many regarding big changes facing the city.
Pelé, Brazil’s mighty king of ‘beautiful game,’ has died
Pelé, Brazil’s mighty king of football, has died.
Summer weather predictions for Tauranga revealed
What kind of summer can we expect?
Booze bans, fireworks, and weather: All you need to know for NYE at the Mount, Tauranga
The council is closing two major roads and bringing in booze bans in key areas.
Doctor explains: Why you haven't caught Covid yet
If you've been lucky enough to escape a dreaded double red line, this is probably why.
'A ridiculously high number': 130 rescues and assists in one day
Bay surf lifesavers rescued swimmers and assisted another who got into difficulties.