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SH1 closed near Karapiro reopens after serious crash
Vehicle accidents have disrupted traffic on Bay roads as heavy rain pounds some areas.
Park and playground upgrades on the way for summer
The council asked the community earlier this year what improvements were needed.
Zero wins, two losses, one medal: Kiwi given bizarre Comm Games bronze
Suraj Singh was awarded a medal after his opponent failed a doping test.
No golden end for Hayden Wilde as Comm Games appeal dismissed
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Jo Raphael: We need public buy-in to drive green initiatives
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'Major step forward’: Govt puts $147m towards housing - about time, says developer
Funding for crucial infrastructure to help deliver more than 3000 new homes confirmed.
'Full-service drug dealer' sentenced on raft of charges
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Mihi Blair: Are Māori health concerns finally being heard?
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‘Annus horribilis’ of roading resilience – Waka Kotahi
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Katikati boat ramp meeting on Sunday
Meeting — issue with Beach Rd ramp which is too low for full tide launching
Collaborative networking event kicks off summer tourism
Coromandel tourist and hospitality businesses have awakened from covid-induced slumber
Delays after SH2 crash near Katikati
Motorists are advised to delay their journey.
Electrical storms set to strike across North Island, fears of flash flooding and slips
The warning starts after lunch and goes into the evening.
Golf day lands $23k for local charities
Ray White Whangamata held its annual golf day at Whangamata Golf Club's Ti Toki Course.
Letters to the editor: World’s growing population needs addressing
Readers have their say.
Phil Tataurangi redesigns Williamson
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Lights, vehicles, Santa
A deserving child is sought to share the sleigh with Santa.
Helping hand for bush classroom
School is very blessed to have its bush classroom: principal Brendan WIlson.
Certificate equips students for in-demand health roles
Students who graduated from the programme have obtained employment as support workers.
A dairy farmer's view: Govt emissions pricing proposal flawed
OPINION: There are many ways to reduce emissions and become more efficient.
Almost 3000 new homes: Infrastructure funding confirmed for Tauranga
Two local projects bids approved to unlock much-needed housing.
Women's rugby is more exciting than men's - Bay of Plenty coach
NZRU busy trying to sort rewards for Black Ferns' big win
Rare birds, dunes threatened by vehicles
Fencing of nesting areas and pest management has seen shorebird populations increase.
Bus company 'sorry' after $15k of camera gear disappears en route to Tauranga
The company has since apologised for his experience and says it will help police.
'Immediate need': Food help services brace for 'jump' in demand over school holidays
Tauranga's foodbank saw a 45 per cent increase in demand over the July school holidays.
$42k and counting: Legal bill for failed prosecution of dog attack
The council has spent $42,000 on legal fees, with an appeal yet to be heard.
Womad 2023: Kita's top festival tips
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Severe thunderstorm watches issued for much of North Island
Thunderstorms are expected about central parts of the North Island this evening.