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Damages reduced to $12m against grower who smuggled kiwifruit into China
Billions of dollars of future exports at risk by the actions of a Bay of Plenty grower.
Cat curfew? Ban proposed as dead sea birds pile up
The Western Bay Wildlife Trust is urging people to keep their cats inside at night.
Fly-in, drive-through vaccination clinic held on Mōtītī Island
Mōtītī Island is nine kilometres off the coast of Tauranga.
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: Why haven't Terrorism Act changes been given urgency?
Opinion: Our legislation must help keep New Zealand citizens safe.
Air quality group holds Govt to task over lack of 'critical' involvement
The working party says it needs the help from Government to sort out the problems.
141 port workers in Bay unvaccinated, some risk redeployment
Over 100 port workers in the private sector are yet to be vaccinated by September 30.
Weather: Road snowfall warning for Desert Rd
A front followed by a cold southwest change moves north today.
Excitement and stress as businesses open in level 2
More businesses are allowed to open under Level 2, but with restrictions.
'An important win': Relief for 'crippling' building material drought
Auckland manufacturers supply 90 per cent of building products needed in the regions.
Restaurants approach level 2 with hope and caution
Local restaurants weigh in on the benefits and downsides to opening again at level 2.
Tauranga City Council services up and running with changes
Additional safety procedures will be in place under alert level two.
Domestic and community rugby to resume in the Bay of Plenty
The move to Level 2 means rugby can resume.
Letters: Government urgency on terrorism laws 'snail-like'
Our readers have their say.
Suspected stolen car on fire under Tauranga bridge
The fire was reported at 8.20am.
'A big relief': Level 2 'fantastic' for some in Tauranga, 'tough' for others
'What we need to do now is get vaccinated so we don't have any more lockdowns'.
Critical injuries after motorbike and ute crash
Emergency services responded to a crash involving a motorbike and a ute.
Man set son on fire, admits attempted murder charge
A Bowentown father has admitted attempting to murder his son after setting him on fire.
Zizi Sparks: Level 2 relief needed for struggling business owners
OPINION: While some businesses are operating, other are stuck in limbo.
What spring could bring for Bay of Plenty weather
The spring forecast follows NZ's warmest winter on record.
'Best-case scenario': Businesses hope to move down to alert level two
The announcement will be made at 4pm today.
'One too many': Cameron Rd records highest pedestrian injury rate in Tauranga
There is only one pedestrian crossing between Elizabeth St and 11th Ave on Cameron Rd.
Dads never stop teaching their daughters
Opinion: I can't even think of all the things my father has taught me.
Need help? Free one-stop-shop for all your social needs
Wellbeing, hardship and social service support is said to be the easiest it's ever been.
Delta outbreak changes the grieving process once again
Funerals can take place during alert level 3, but there are strict rules to follow
Dawn Picken: Lockdown 2.0 parenting - carpe diem can wait
Lockdown parenting is no piece of cake - especially when you can't find flour.
Letters: After council's Goddards move, where will people park?
Our readers have their say.
Boredom busters: Fun things to do in level 3 this weekend
There are plenty of ways to enjoy recreational activities while keeping it safe and local.
Jo Raphael: Get the jab - it's the humane thing to do
OPINION: I'm welcoming chance to be part of the solution.
Sadness, questions over closure of Our Place
After three-and-a-half years, Tauranga's container hospo village will close.
Another ram-raid at Whakatāne Michael Hill Jewellers
Police found the vehicle of interest a short time later.
Letters: Daffodil Day loss 'devastating' but charity still grateful
Our readers have their say.
Rubbish dumpers' mess cost ratepayers thousands
Disposal costs for dumped rubbish is costing Bay ratepayers tens of thousands of dollars.
Goodbye, Willow St: Long-awaited council CBD move takes 'first step'
The central library and council customer service centre will begin moving from January.