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The Federal Reserve is likely to keep rates unchanged next week.
'Miracle': Child abuse prevention programme expands after funding boost
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‘Unwavering commitment and compassion’: Four decades of hot meals and warm smiles
Meals on Wheels volunteer Pam Smith clocks up 40 years.
‘Selfish motivation’: Director’s passion for Tauranga’s museum journey
'I want to be part of building something completely new for a city that’s never had one.'
Cost of students starting high school soars - parents stung up to $800 per child
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‘Started from nothing’: From cleaning flats to running a holiday home business
The 'boutique' business manages holiday homes in Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa.
Pedestrian dies after BoP crash
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'I was dressed up, he was dressed up': Festival friendship spans 15 years
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'Unprovoked assault': Man found critically injured on SH2
A person was found on the road in a critical condition.
'Fly fishing royalty': 'Legendary’ Tauranga angler farewelled
Richard George Marquand, better known as Dick, died from a heart attack on January 2.
'I decided to do it for me': Why council boss quit
He says being in chief executive roles for 10 years “takes its toll”.
Council chief executive quits
'He has guided our council during a time of significant change.'
Gayle-force wind blows through junior Tauranga cricket club
The 'Universe Boss' paid the young players a visit.
Bar worker assaulted during robbery in opening hours
Police called to Cameron Rd bar on Tuesday night.
‘No chance of him surviving’: How a hot pool visit ended in death
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'Deeply distressing': Daycare apologises after four children escape
They left through a gate that 'unexpectedly malfunctioned' and were quickly returned.
State Highway 30 partially blocked after log spill
Motorists are advised to pass with care and expect delays.
Person critically injured in BoP house fire
Fire and Emergency received a call to the Arawa Rd fire around 4pm.
QV figures: How much has your home lost since the market peak?
We can't say 'peak to trough' because we don't yet know if we have hit rock bottom.
‘Heartbroken’: Police ID biker killed in crash
Police have released name of man who died in Parkvale, Tauranga on December 24.
Berry and Moody win Tauranga Half
Jack Moody and Hannah Berry defended their Tauranga Half titles.
Historic warbirds dazzle at Classic Flyers Aero Day event
Texan, Spitfire, and Mustang inspire crowds at Classic Flyers Aero Day.
'No other venue capable': How a 'cherished' cricket oval nabbed a Super Rugby match
Oval game shows need for rectangular stadium, says one of the region's biggest rugby fans.
Mark Lister: Why 2024 proved the need for global investment
OPINION: NZ investors are urged to diversify globally after local returns lagged in 2024.
Taxi driver fields Lotto calls
A taxi driver has been receiving Lotto inquiries to his 0800 number.
How surfer Ollie Dobbin bought three Ōhope businesses before the age of 24
His first business was a surf school which he bought when he was still in high school.
Lake Rotoiti’s classic boat parade a ‘special sight’
The 28th annual Lake Rotoiti Classic and Wooden Boat Parade is on February 8.
"It's like rugby on wheels": Bay athletes selected for Team NZ Roller Derby World Cup
Athletes from Tauranga, Rotorua, and Whakatāne have been named in Team NZ Roller Derby.
'She had all of her life to live': Parents fight for 'justice' after 15yo dies in crash
'He’s destroyed our lives.'
