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$43m in regional council rates yet to be paid as more than half fail to meet due date
The BOPRC rates bill has been met with surprise and 'shock' among some.
Brush up on driving skills with Age Concern
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Man's best friend with one of city's most important jobs
"There is no boring day when Mabel is in the office."
New Bay of Plenty Regional Council sworn in at Whakatāne marae
Doug Leeder has returned to his former position as chairman and Jane Nees as deputy.
Court of last resort: Sacked hospital worker's appeal bid denied
Ana Shaw objected to a large legal costs bill; now it's higher after losing appeal bid.
Honour for station officer
When he joined, Ivon never expected to be a 25-year firefighting veteran.
Luke Kirkness: Why it's time to arm our police
OPINION: The statistics show why the need for arming police is so high.
'A true leader': First wāhine Māori marine professor welcomed
Kura Paul-Burke is one of only three Māori marine professors in New Zealand.
Black ties, Barry and a banker
Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr is the guest speaker at the black tie event.
Watch: Family's 'holy s*** moment' as oncoming van veers into their lane
'The video doesn't do it justice either as to how close they actually were.'
The Premium Debate: Farm emissions tax shows Govt disconnect
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Local Focus: Getting to know new regional councillor Ron Scott
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Jo Raphael: Cruise ship passengers a sight for sore eyes
OPINION: Welcome, the Bay of Plenty is open for business.
Quashed: Court of Appeal orders retrial for man accused of murdering toddler
Adrian Clancy was convicted of murdering the 17-month-old in 2021.
Ōmokoroa: Construction of $3m extension to begin
The extension is estimated to be finished by mid-2023.
Sweet number seven! Revenge for Geary at Christchurch course
Josh Geary can finally lift a trophy at Clearwater Golf Club after two runner-up finishes.
Felix Desmarais: The best dogs I've ever known, ranked
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One dead in crash near Te Puke
Another person was taken to hospital in a serious condition.
Bay of Plenty Times Christmas Lights Trail registrations open
Registrations are now open for the Bay of Plenty Times Christmas Lights Trail.
Majestic return: First international cruise tourists in two years arrive
Majestic Princess is the first of over 100 cruise ships scheduled to visit the region.
Business Digest: Construction awards, environmental startup funding, biodegradable nursery pots
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Speedway considers legal action over 'rushed' Baypark plan
The council has endorsed a masterplan but says no final decisions have been made.
Mary Hill: Face your fears of co-governance
OPINION: If we can face our fear of co-governance and do it, we'll be richer for it.
One dead after SH35 crash in Te Kaha, Opotiki, road closed
Motorists are asked to take an alternate route.
'No expiration date on grief' but author finds hope in loss
Dawn Picken hopes her memoir will help others dealing with their own grief journey
Comment: Māori Boy from Awahou - the MBA that matters
OPINION: So how does one qualify for their honorary MBA qualification?
Mourning and writing: Columnist shares her grief story in a new memoir that benefits a local charity
Columnist's memoir provides hope for people who grieve while raising money for charity.
Final Bay of Plenty Regional Council election results released
Special votes have been counted, the final results are now in for the regional council.
Graffiti and rubbish: Concerns for 'scruffy' city as cruise ships return
'Tauranga used to be a really picturesque city. I find that it's not anymore.'
Family of man missing since May suffer second blow
"I struggle every day - mentally, physically, everything."