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Christopher Luxon speaks on Covid strategy and kiwifruit industry
Making work visas easier to get could help kiwifruit, hospitality and tourism industries.
106-year-old glass feature removed in Tauranga council demo
As new glass artwork Midnight Sun is installed, a historic council feature is removed.
'PR stunt': Mobsters warn gang crackdown could spark more violence
Taking items by force may only increase anger and 'inflame' the situation.
'Disrespectful' unveiling for iwi leader renews anguish for ex-wife, children
But an iwi leader says a lot of people needed the unveiling to heal.
GP denied use of unapproved ivermectin drug to treat
Judge declines to release medicines imported from India.
Rain easing after wild weather thrashes NZ
After a week of wild weather, most Kiwis are expected to have some respite from rain.
Weather: Warning for Harbour Bridge tonight as heavy rain and gales set to hit Auckland
Streams and rivers could rise rapidly and flooding and slips are possible.
'What we need is some very simple rules': Luxon on Covid announcement
Government announces new measures to fight the increasing numbers of Covid-19 infections.
Small aircraft fire at Tauranga Airport
Fire and Emergency NZ was called to reports of an aircraft on fire.
Govt frees up masks, RATs; 11,382 cases today, child dies with virus
An estimated 400,000 people will now be eligible for anti-viral drugs.
The awe-inspiring collection of a Star Wars mega-fan
Katikati has a connection to the Obi-Wan Kenobi series... Mike Kessell.
Sketch map shows two settlements in Katikati
Athenree Homestead, which will display the map, can be seen at the top of the map.
Live: Fresh storm warning - deluges, gales to slam top of NZ, tide flood threat
New gale, rain and road snow alerts are in place from Northland to central North Island.
Māori names favoured over developers but some councillors disagree
Five private roads in five new subdivisions in the Bay of Plenty need names approved.
Proud moment for Katikati ex-gunner
Mike Subritzky joined gunners from around NZ for their annual dinner at Government House.
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Comment: Free speech won public acceptance for gays and lesbians
OPINION: We must tolerate the ideas of others, even if we think they're bad or hurtful
Samantha Motion: Pokies plague creates ethical dilemma for communities
OPINION: There's no shortage of shocking statistics when it comes to pokies in NZ.
Jerrie-Lee repping Te Puke at beauty pageant
Author, model, actor, mum, athlete - will Jerrie-Lee add beauty queen?
Pool cover will mean year-round swimming
A TECT grant has got the wheels in motion for the construction of a roof covering
Song quest brings Te Puke soprano home
Felicity Tomkins says the magic of performing live is hard to explain but it is special.
Pataka kai a chance to give as well as take
Poutiri Trust wants to de-stigmatise the use of the pataka kai.
Iwi threatens to blockade harbour over 'juggernaut' port's plans
The port says the Environment Court process is the correct place to debate the issues.
Was Māori Party co-leader's joke about David Seymour a step too far?
Seymour cried foul after Rawiri Waititi joked about putting poisonous seeds in his water.
Police 'powerless': Her ex uses 1c deposits for vile abuse via bank account
Victim says banks and police seem disinterested or powerless to stop the messages.
Wellness centre for Tauranga's most vulnerable officially opens
Counselling, music therapy, tutoring and medical support are some of the services offered.
'Our hearts are full': Dog that attacked vet returned to family after verdict
The Tauranga City Council is not ruling out appealing the decision.
Family's car rammed in terrifying road rage experience
The whānau in the vehicle described their terror during the ordeal.
One arrested after report of firearm sighting in Tauranga
Police were called to Fraser St about 2.07pm.
Games end one-all, but RSE workers are the winners
Donations to assist SE workers can still be made.