'Disrespectful' unveiling for iwi leader renews anguish for ex-wife, children
But an iwi leader says a lot of people needed the unveiling to heal.
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Weather: Warning for Harbour Bridge tonight as heavy rain and gales set to hit Auckland
Streams and rivers could rise rapidly and flooding and slips are possible.
The Prem Debate: Money wasted on useless PR
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Comment: Free speech won public acceptance for gays and lesbians
OPINION: We must tolerate the ideas of others, even if we think they're bad or hurtful
Samantha Motion: Pokies plague creates ethical dilemma for communities
OPINION: There's no shortage of shocking statistics when it comes to pokies in NZ.
Iwi threatens to blockade harbour over 'juggernaut' port's plans
The port says the Environment Court process is the correct place to debate the issues.
Wellness centre for Tauranga's most vulnerable officially opens
Counselling, music therapy, tutoring and medical support are some of the services offered.
The Premium Debate: We have a 'government of unseen consequences'
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say
'A story that should be told' - Tarnished Frocks and Divas gets its feature-length debut
A documentary on the Tarnished Frocks and Divas festival has hit the cinemas.
Soaked! More rain on the way as region breaks July average
A heavy rain watch is in place for later this week.
Sold! $11m beachfront home sets new record
The Oceanbeach Rd property sold for almost double its $5.96m rateable value.
Opinion: University not the only game in town
OPINION: Some advice for school students who are about to finish up
Links Ave football club calls for fine funds to be returned to the community
"The impact on us wasn't considered at all," a nearby club says.
Diagnosed with skin cancer 4 times: Damage was 'done in my youth'
The 49-year-old has had four skin cancers cut from her body.
Tauranga port's bid for $68.5m wharf extension put off to 2023
If approved the plan would take three years to complete and create hundreds of jobs.
Comment: Why I'm cancelling generational cancel culture
COMMENT: Listen up, Gen Z. I've got a message for you, you ungrateful little scamps.
A chef, refugee and a Muslim: Early look at Escape festival line-up
The full lineup will be announced on August 4.
Q + A: Meet relieving district commander Tim Anderson
We ask what the biggest problems are locally, advice for newbies and more.
What you need to know about this week
Here's what's on this week that you might not have known about.
'We can't underestimate the impact Covid has had': Tauranga principals reflect on 2021 NCEA results
One Tauranga student received an NZ Scholarship as a Year 10 - despite pandemic pressures.
Waka Kotahi's billion-dollar blowout on Bay roading projects
Only one of the eight projects has not increased in budget or completion date.
'Pokies plague': The region with four of the five worst gambling areas revealed
The region has some of the highest gambling spending in the country by population.
Steven Joyce: The motel generation deserves better
Opinion: The social housing shortage is a crisis of the Govt's own making.
Te Pāti Māori's 'fearless fight' for equality for Māori
Māori Party president says his party is the only one to achieve equality for all Māori.
School holidays: What's on, weather forecast and how to stay well
There are a number of activities and events in Tauranga during the July school holidays.
Michele Hunter: Ferry service will only enhance our city
OPINION: Ferries are a perfect opportunity to add value to our city.
Babe(s) with the power: Meet the cosplayers behind an NZ fantasy convention
It's a cocktail party, craft market, costume exhibition, two tea parties and fantasy ball
Boris Johnson's resignation 'inevitable', says former British MP in NZ
A Bay of Plenty-based former British MP thinks Johnson will try to remain party leader.
Opinion: I dream of a day when we can all walk our streets with Pride
OPINION: It's been an interesting month, writes Gordy Lockhart.
Mother's anguish over predatory teacher laid bare in letter to PM
The mother expressed concerns about the school's investigation.
Property, ute valued at $420k forfeited after meth raids
Property and cash valued at nearly $420,000 have been forfeited after Kawerau drug raids.
Sonya Bateson: Why adaptability is so important
OPINION: Adaptability is a precious skill and one adulthood helps grow.
Jo Raphael: Winter ills and chills just as disruptive as Covid
OPINION: It's time to look at how to adapt with a second wave of Covid looming.