Congestion charging could be needed to keep Tauranga moving
The current funding model for transport infrastructure is “not going to cut it”.
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Life savers prepare for the worst by throwing themselves into a rip
Reliable rip offers the perfect practise for surf lifesavers.
'Great concern': Mayor's worry for people using congested SH2 as new route delayed
'You do it one day and it takes one hour and the next day it takes two hours, it's hard.'
'Absurd': Fast-growing school hits out after Govt puts 'essential' builds on hold
Education sector should not be the target of 'cost-cutting', says principal
Katikati wrestler Suraj Singh wins 57kg title at Oceania Championships
The Commonwealth Games medallist has won the 57kg title at the Oceania Championship.
Te Puke golfer with chance to play at Royal Troon
Sam Pachoud will have to finish in the top two to represent New Zealand.
Company results: Comvita slips into the red, Ebos’ profit grows
Comvita blames weak demand in China and Ebos eyeing more purchases.
Golden wedding couple prove naysayers wrong
The Waihī Beach couple had some pushback when married, but here they are, 50 years on.
Te Puke Rep names first patron since 2017
The new patron will attend the gala openings of shows and events at Litt Park Theatre.
Te Puke Community Board dips into coffers
Wi-fi, mural and shade sail all given funding
Ultra-Trail apologises after some runners struggle to get water on hot day
4500 starters ran distances up to 160km in 'hot' weather for the weekend's event.
No 'squabbles' and no 'bad behaviour', potential Tauranga councillors advised
'The way to get things done, of course, is to collaborate,' says a local body politician.
Rotorua hot pool mystery: Did a man fall in? Why police can't find a body
Why searchers are struggling to confirm their suspicion in the near-boiling pool.
Unique piece of Katikati history returns for public display
Original shop mural submission finds its way back home.
Matamata police shooting: Identity of man killed by cops yet to be released as coroner makes non-publication order
The 31yo gangster's funeral was held today. Police seized several motorcycles throughout.
Angie Belcher's new bounce-along book
The manuscript was submitted to the publishers two years ago.
Person injured after boat fire at workshop
Emergency services were called to the fire at Cross Rd.
Motorbikes seized as gang members gather for tangi of man shot by police
Paeroa residents could expect delays on the roads today.
New venture for Chrome Collective
Katikati Resource Recovery Centre opens its doors.
Pride Week: Support for diversity 'improving slowly' in Tauranga
Businesses and organisations are supporting Tauranga Pride Week.
Solving clues and digging for cash
The scavenger hunt took entrants to Waihī Beach’s picturesque spots
Chicken shed fire 'not flagged as suspicious'
Forty firefighters battled the blaze for about six hours.
Novice cat show for all breeds
The show has a section for first time domestic moggies.
Best season yet for little dotterels
Brighton Reserve had the largest dotterel breeding colony this season.
Expectations surpassed from Christmas campaign
Chrismas campaign raises $86,000 for Waipuna Hospice.
One-way streets: CBD firms object to 'lack of transparency' on pilot scheme
A number of two-way streets will become one-way in Tauranga City Centre.
Popular playgrounds bring free fun
Western Bay parks offer the perfect free summer fun.
'We expect sanctions to be applied': PM defends crackdown on beneficiaries
The Prime Minister is making good on his promise of tough love within the welfare system.
First success for golfer in Charles Tou
Hillier finishes 14 under par to take the win
Anne Perrott's art on show at Constables Gallery
Favourite subjects are people and plants
Stretching the food budget: Working parents skip meals to save money as prices rise
Both parents work fulltime and budget 52 weeks of the year.
New look bar and restaurant for The Club Katikati
New venture is part of changes for The Club — previously Katikati RSA and Citizens Club
Three rushed to hospital after crashes in Te Puke, Welcome Bay
An e-bike rider and two motorists have been injured.