Exemption sought: Major housing developments at risk from new Govt rules
Leader warns of even higher house prices, more homelessness and workers driven from city.
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Childcare centre ordered to explain failures in Malachi's case as he was beaten and bruised
The manager reportedly contacted his caregiver directly about the abuse.
Accused named: Turpentine, wheelie bin allegedly used in rainbow hub fire
The maximum penalty for arson is 14 years' imprisonment.
The Prem Debate: Mandatory iso for the flu would be 'horrific' for hospo
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say about Covid-19 isolation rules.
'Concerning': Second wave of Omicron starting, more elderly getting infected
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says boosters, vaccinations and masks would make an impact.
'Perfect storm' of illness Covid impact staff and students at Tauranga schools
One school has asked some students to learn from home due to staff illness.
Mauao reopens a day early after tree removals
Tauranga City Council said the maunga opened this evening, a day early.
'Lots of people are upset': Tauranga Mosque burgled, car torched nearby - police
'No evidence to suggest this was a hate crime,' police say.
Homicide investigation: Detectives seek occupants of silver sedan
Whakamarama homicide inquiry team want to speak to the occupants of a silver sedan.
Kaimai delay: Tangihanga causing congestion at bottom of SH29
This is believed to be due to a planned event this morning.
The Prem Debate: Ex-boozers on Dry July and beyond
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on Dry July and giving up booze.
Early morning ram-raid a 'slap in the face', says Pharmacy owner
Police were called around 5am.
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: talk to teens about drinking
OPINION: We must keep talking to our teenagers. Life does not deliver us a Plan B.
Multiple crews battle buildings on fire at former sawmill
At least 12 fire trucks responded.
Third man arrested after Whakatāne murder
He is due to appear in Tauranga District Court today.
What it would take for Bay rental prices to 'tumble'
Supply is up and demand is down - but the local market is still stubbornly 'tight'.
Tauranga ferry service plans progress but only if public are on board
And a respected Auckland politician has weighed in, saying it should've happened already.
Freedom campers outstay welcome in Pāpāmoa
Campers say they're actually quite nice people trying to get by in an 'expensive' world.
Local hospitals urge visitors to wear masks for patient and staff safety
Staff at Tauranga and Whakatane Hospitals ask visitor wearing masks and social distance.
Trial pump track, half-basketball court coming soon to The Lakes
The trial pump track will be open from next week.
BOP Times gets shout-out on popular Netflix show
The regional newspaper was mentioned in the popular Netflix series.
Letters: Three Waters opposition about retaining democracy, nothing else
Our readers have their say
Comment: Iso mandate stems from lack of trust in public
OPINION: Can we be trusted to do the right thing when we're sick?
Tauranga crashes: Detours after truck crashes into pole, tractor and car collide on TEL
Drivers are warned there could be delays.
'People have got to live somewhere': Govt dept buys 41 new houses from developer
Two neighbours share their thoughts on the state home development.
'Get him, dog': Black hat sparked fight that led to alleged murder, court told
Jamaine Wharton, 31, died of blood loss from being stabbed three times.
Jail terms reduced for trio involved in $20m cocaine smuggling case
Part of their argument was that cocaine was less harmful than methamphetamine.
Soft plastics recycling scheme comes to Tauranga: 16 drop-off points
'Give it a go just for a week in your house...and see how easy it is.'
WBOP Council adopts rates increase
The Western Bay of Plenty District Council has adopted a rate increase.
Seven-day isolation for the flu? Move would be 'horrific' for hospitality
A public health expert says enforcing it would be "pretty impractical".
$4300 e-bike giveaway: Family sharing one car declared the winners
Electrify NZ Tauranga owner-operator Dan Wallace wanted to give back to the community.
Whakatāne pool prompts call to apologise for council 'mistake'
Built in 2017, the pool has been a source of discontent in Whakatāne ever since.
Man virtually dies in rescue flight, credits 'guardian angel' for survival
Amputee Paul Foote shares his story about his TECT Rescue helicopter lifesaving mission.
Dr Tony Farrell: Documentary on booze confronting but necessary
OPINION: What is now required is a legislative change to stop the continuing harm.