Access to food key concern in Western Bay amid lockdown level 4
But local community much more resilient, council boss says.
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New CCTV working party set up for Western Bay of Plenty
The group consists of three councillors, a staff member, and a police officer.
Six arrested at lockdown protest in Tauranga CBD
Protests took place outside government and local council buildings around the country.
Lockdown forces postponement of Tauranga man's 100th birthday party
A Tauranga man 100th birthday party has been postponed due to the Covid-19 lockdown.
Pasifika passport incident: DHB apologies; community trust breached
A meeting between the Pasifika provider and the health board resulted in positive steps.
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Jo Raphael: Level 3 is level 4 but with takeaways and online shopping
OPINION: Sadly, the Government has not classed throw cushions as essential items.
'Record week' for Bay of Plenty Covid-19 vaccinations
It comes after the DHB has missed its weekly target for the past seven weeks.
DHB says sorry for requesting passports from Pasifika community at vaccinations
The Bay of Plenty District Health Board has apologised for the "failure"
'The programme is needed': Millions spent on free lunches in Bay schools
More than 100 Bay of Plenty schools are taking part in the lunch programme.
How to declutter your garage in five easy steps
Kiwis are accumulating more and more possessions, which take up valuable garage space
Fire at Ōpōtiki health service
Fire investigator at blazing medical centre that provides Covid testing.
New houses will cost more: Tauranga's 'crazy prices' put businesses at risk
Land supply shortages don't help in this region ... it needs to be more affordable.
Covid-19: 'Insane' demand for home deliveries in Tauranga
Tauranga businesses are being inundated with requests for contactless home deliveries.
Life-saving work continued for helicopters in lockdown
Over lockdown the TECT Rescue Helicopter responded to various medical events.
Luke Kirkness: Let's listen to the experts when it comes to Covid
Opinion: The virus is ever-changing, our approach to eradicating it should be too.
Todd Muller sparks shadow cabinet reshuffle
Judith Collins has today announced a minor reshuffle of the Opposition Shadow Cabinet.
Dawn Picken: Embrace science fact over science fiction when it comes to Covid-19 vaccines
Opinion: Getting vaccinated is more than a personal choice - it affects everyone.
'Bottleneck ': Rush on building consents before fee increase overwhelms council
The development contribution for a 3 or more bedroom home rose to $19,708 on August 1
'Tough times' remain for some businesses despite lockdown reprieve
The Bay of Plenty will move to alert level 3 a week after being plunged into lockdown.
Traffic numbers spike during country's latest L4 lockdown
Speeds as high as 177kmh have been recorded in Wellington this week.
Zizi Sparks: Supermarket trips can be a lockdown highlight but think twice
Opinion: Supermarket shopping is the highlight of my week but it can be disappointing.
Tauranga traffic volumes higher than last lockdown
Travel during level 4 lockdown is severely limited.
'We've been here before': No panic as rugby final disrupted by lockdown
The Baywide Premier men's final has been postponed from August 21.
Jo Raphael: If you're not local, stay away
OPINION: Lockdown exercise rule-breakers are selfish and reckless.
Spikes deployed after pair flee police at Covid-19 checkpoint
Spikes were successfully deployed near Parton Rd.
Struggling families urged to get help as lockdown bites into finances
You can still earn good money and struggle with your finances.
Virus experts reveal what needs to happen before we can go to level 3
With a decision on whether lockdown will be extended imminent, experts have their say.
'Really nasty': Man spits on security guard, headbutts homeless man
The incident happened when security tried to step in and break up a fight.
Proposed rates freeze amid lockdown 'unlikely' to benefit businesses
Tauranga Ratepayers' Alliance says the council needs to "cut its cloth".
Man who killed toddler daughter appeals murder conviction
Slain toddler Neveah Ager was found dead on March 21, 2019 - at the hands of her father.
Cancian loses appeal against paying Carters $1m
Bella Vista Homes former developer has lost his appeal against paying Carters.
Zizi Sparks: Lockdown should be extended by a week at a time
Opinion: Having a fixed finish line will be a big help.
GPs, pharmacies join Bay's Covid-19 vaccination rollout
The region is ahead of its vaccination goals overall but has missed recent weekly targets