Te Puke High School group’s calm response to emergency
“No one panicking, everyone was really calm."
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Historic photo of rugby legends submitted
The line-up of the 1908 New Zealand rugby team.
'Sucker punch': New details emerge about Ponsonby Rd killer's criminal past
Police were travelling to Taupō to speak to the man when he was found dead.
Staff shortages force closures at Pathlab clinics
Closures were decided once all other options were exhausted, Pathlab says.
Te Puke Online app can be downloaded
Te Puke residents are given the chance to showcase how the app works.
Letters: Roll on the election; cocktail party concerns
Our readers have their say.
Ponsonby Rd gunman found dead at rural property; convoy arrives at address
Police were travelling to Taupō to speak to the man when he was found dead.
Fuelling change: End of era for long-running service station
Bittersweet atmosphere as loyal patrons called in one final time.
'Shocked and horrified': Pet owner fearful after second cat shot in area
'We fear the person responsible for these two shootings could strike again if not caught.'
Shakespeare in Shorts coming to Te Puke Repertory
The Bard's popular and more obscure works will be performed.
Ria Hall’s documentary calls for support for Māori māmā
The goal is to revive the awa, their puhinui for birthing in future generations.
What's On in Katikati/Ōmokoroa/Waihī Beach
Bob Dylan, bees, emergency planning and more.
'Disengaged': Frustration for parents waiting for new school as lot stays empty
A dad says kids are stuck spending a 'stupid amount of time' on buses to get to school.
'Last straw': Pensioner reveals the moment she decided to report years of alleged violence
The woman says her partner tried to smother her after she reported his violence to police.
Frolicking orca delights Tauranga family
Photo shows the orca swimming in the break waves.
Teen mall stabbing accused in court - police allegations revealed
The victim of the alleged incident remains in hospital.
Waihī Beach’s friendly space run by a friendly face
Trudy Van Stee is Volunteering Services’ volunteer of the month.
Western Bay community forums - time to talk out the issues
The first community forum will be held in Katikati on May 15.
Let’s get down to business
Katikati has a range of events geared to local businesses and organisations.
Tauranga subdivision needs $400m for roads. Who will pay for it?
Tauranga's council could face a 'substantive funding gap' for new roads.
Fines and debt collectors: Car parkers stung at shopping centres
'I fought for two weeks to get it sorted and kept getting the run-around.'
A love of ballet in later years
New Zealand is joining the global trend of ballet for mature women.
Minister's decision on housing intensification rules 'rational and reasonable'
Greater housing density will go ahead in the high-growth areas of Ōmokoroa and Te Puke.
Duck hunters have guns seized in opening weekend
Gun seizures aside, Fish & Game said the atmosphere was 'festive' over the weekend.
Senior driver licence test 'creating confusion stress and anger'
Grey Power wants NZTA to develop a more uniform way to assess older drivers.
Tauranga Eastern Link to close for three nights next week
Traffic will be diverted along the Te Puke highway.
Young surfers start strong at World Junior Champs
Pauanui's 13-year-old surfing sensation continues to impress.
Dog latches on to pig's throat in public reserve, teens rush to help
Authorities are looking for the injured pig and advise people to avoid it.
Horse dies after crash, police issue warning
Police were called to the crash this morning.