NZTA issues warning to SH2 vandals after hearts, 'offensive' tags appear
The tagging, thought to be linked to recent protests, has been reported to police.
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Local Democracy Reporting asked the 15 mayoral candidates their thoughts on four topics.
Te Matai School gets long-awaited bike track
Track builder Peter Boomen has saved the school thousands.
Ronny Okeke death: Police examine Kaimai scene where body was found
A large police presence has been reported in the Kaimai Ranges this afternoon.
Tauranga mayoral race: Q&A with Anthony Goddard
Local Democracy Reporting asked the 15 mayoral candidates their thoughts on four topics.
The Green Room graduates to paint the town red
It’s been two years since the launch of TBOP's first The Green Room programme.
Kris Shannon: The beginning of the end for Kane Williamson
OPINION: The situation provides a chance to reflect on what might have been.
International recognition for young filmmaker Malachi Steel
Malachi produced his film with a crew of friends.
Mother of man left dead on side of road still waiting for police apology
Police failed to send an officer out until morning.
House of Shem headline Te Puke’s Matariki celebrations
Festival will have a strong focus on Māori kai
'Significant damage': What caused a 'chaotic' train derailment
The train derailed near Te Puke during the Auckland Anniversary weekend floods.
'A Pandora’s box': Fears over toxic wood waste removal at harbour site
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Residents have their say on Long-Term Plan
Social media comments used as an indication of community sentiment.
Body of Ronny Okeke found in Kaimai Range – 130km from where he was last seen
The 60-year-old man disappeared from Sandringham nearly two months ago.
Kane Williamson relinquishes Black Caps captaincy, turns down contract
The Black Caps icon has turned down a New Zealand Cricket central contract.
'God ... steered us to his plan': Housing development for elderly under way
Te Puke property development providing housing for elderly entering next stage of project.
Western BOP events and gig guide
Events and gig guide for Katikati, Ōmokoroa, Te Puna and Waihī Beach.
Election candidate was jailed for drug crime: 'I've learned from my mistakes'
Convicted offender Ashley Hillis wants to show that people can change for the better.
Kiwicoast Lions’ book fair coming Matariki weekend
High school teams help with the set up and pack down.
Activist tells of racism, acid attacks and needing a soldier protect her at school
'If you people are willing to do all this to keep me out, I should be here.'
Te Awanui hopeful opens up on drug import conviction
Ashley Hillis says his past makes him a strong contender for the seat.
Pongakawa wetland: Extension work starts
Earthworks on a 1.6ha strip of land alongside State Highway 2 have started.
Body found near Wairere Falls: Family of Pauline Grey thank police, iwi for search
A rāhui is in place on the Wairere Falls Track for the next seven days.
Sellers scammed, thieves pretend to pay
Arrests and apprehensions, burglaries and thefts in and around Katikati.
Katikati students bound for the outdoors
Fourteen students from Bay of Plenty schools are off to Outward Bound.
Stags win against Eastern Districts on home turf
With a tricky penalty conversion, scrum turnovers and lineouts the Stags won 27-17.
Four local students gain Acorn Foundation Outward Bound Scholarships
Students from Te Puke High School and Pāpāmoa College among recipients.
Firefighting family following in father's footsteps
'I mean, we love doing it. We wouldn’t do it if we didn’t want to.'
Kura Kai and Katikati College get cooking for those in need
About 224 meals were made for the senior group and others.
National Volunteer Week: Kai to say ‘thank you’ to Waihī Beach volunteers
Live Well Waihī Beach have an objective to nurture volunteering in the area.