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Tauranga racecourse: Public submissions to be heard on reserve's future
Three options are shortlisted for the 85-hectare reserve.
SH35 collapse: Road to open temporarily through the week
Road will open 6am to 7am and from 5pm to 8pm on weekdays.
Covid update: 9256 new cases, 38 deaths, 822 in hospital
While daily case numbers are declining, hospitalisations continue to rise.
Ella Williams crowned Queen of the Point
Williams has not put on the coloured jersey since the Tokyo Olympics
Highway tragedy: Husband, wife killed - victim would do 'anything for anyone'
"He was just one of those genuine, good guys ... it always happens to the good guys."
Luxon's social media suggested he was working in Te Puke - he was actually overseas on holiday
National Party leader says he was in Hawaii and doesn't think the posts were misleading.
Jo Raphael: Scumbag ram-raiders' rampage needs to be stopped
OPINION: Scumbag ram-raiders need to be deterred from their trails of destruction
Man to fight murder charge after alleged incident at Coromandel
Joey Richards will go on trial for murder in May next year.
Weather: Heavy rain and snow closes roads
More wet weather in store for many parts of country today.
Western Bay of Plenty District Council 'concerned' about Tauranga's waste plan
The district council says an aspect of waste plan has 'the wrong focus'.
NZ land wars and cultural centre on historic Gate Pā site proposed
The plans could include uncovering historic trenches Māori used to trap the British.
Slips block region's highways as rain warnings lifted
Several slips are blocking highways in the Bay of Plenty and Coromandel.
Weather warnings in place across the Bay, heavy rain, strong winds
As of 4pm yesterday Waihi had experienced the most rainfall in the region reaching 24mm.
Underpass and boardwalk: A look at Tauranga's revamped city centre
"We can create something stunning here, on this very special harbour."
Former septic tank driver fined for 'deliberate' discharge of thousands of litres of sewage
The smell of sewage pouring into the Orini Canal made passers-by retch.
Coromandel retirement village residents face 47% fee rise
Fee rise met with negative feedback.
Land reclassified as Tauranga marine research and education facility gets a step closer
Sixty-six per cent of more than 300 submitters supported the reclassification.
'A great step forward': Joint resource consent for water supply between iwi and council recognised
The partnership between Rotorua Lakes Council and Ngāti Rangiwewehi has been recognised.
Eli Johnson's death: Two men charged with murder
Two Tauranga men accused of murdering 27-year-old Eli Johnson appeared in court today.
'Great progress' being made at SH35 road collapse
A heavy rain watch is in place for the area.
6910 new Covid cases, 16 deaths as schools battle teacher shortages
Data shows teacher sick days have increased by over 50 per cent compared to last year.
120km/h wind gusts, 100mm rain deluge, Harbour Bridge speed restrictions
Strong winds and heavy rains are set to strike Northland and Auckland today.
Felix Desmarais: One simple trick can steer ABs to success
OPINION: If we want to win the Rugby World Cup, perhaps we should do it in cars.
'Sitting duck': Jewellery store target of early-morning ram raid
Inquiries, including a forensic examination, will be conducted, police say
Ministry offers 'bigger better lives' for disabled
Due to support, tetraplegic Amanda Lowry can still swim, play wheelchair rugby and cook.
Police name two pedestrians killed in Bethlehem motorcycle crash
Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash were ongoing.
Back to school: Relief teachers 'like unicorns'
Principals looking into an empty pool of spare teachers to cover those off sick.
$16m for $1: Council CBD land subject of Māori co-ownership plans
Such a move would 'provide a contemporary reconciliation to a longstanding grievance'.
'Abhorrent': Abuse of councillors prompts concern for election
"Unfortunately we are losing really good people as a result of this."
'A win-win for everyone' - Whitianga gets new waste recovery centre
The Mercury Bay Recovery Centre is said to be "a win-win for everyone".
Another rainmaker: Heavy deluge, damaging winds forecast for much of NZ
Expect clouds and sporadic showers today, but it's only going to get worse.
'Tragic': Deaths and injuries after two crashes within 24 hours on Tauranga roads
"I remember thinking 's**t, that looks like a serious crash. And then, 'that's my house'."
Sparks not seeking re-election: 'It's worthwhile to serve your community'
The Kawerau district councillor won't be standing for re-election.