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Railway crossing upgrades aim to save lives
A fourth Eastern Bay of Plenty railway level crossing is set to receive safety upgrades.
Letters to the editor: The cannabis referendum
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Future of Kawerau mill 'up in the air', job losses feared
About 160 people work at the mill, a major employer in the small town.
Julie-Anne Genter addresses Tauranga's congestion issues
The associate minister for transport spoke at a public meeting in Greerton.
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Kristin Macfarlane: New Zealand's downfalls pale in comparison to Europe or the US
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ACT says mental health services need overhaul
But the DHB says there has been significant work to improve culture and address workloads.
Ngā Pōtiki receives $7.2m to help whānau into homeownership
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'Innovative': More homes promised for Pāpāmoa
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Emergency services at another Welcome Bay Rd crash
The crash was reported at 1.45pm.
Big race programme for Tauranga
There are 84 trainers with horses entered in the 12-race programme.
One dead after Ōhauiti crash
The single vehicle crash happened at about 11.35am on Sunday.
Tauranga Boys' College win inaugural Geyser Cup
The invitational cricket tournament was played over the weekend.
Seymour announces mental health policy in Tauranga
The ACT Party says it would put people at the heart of the mental health system.
Jo Raphael: Housing market is tough but don't be put off
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Update: Critical injuries after crash in Ōhauiti, Tauranga
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160 jobs on the line: Big employer in small town may shut down
The Kawerau mill employed about 160 staff.
Car takes out power pole on Welcome Bay Road
Police were notified of the incident at 7.01am.
'Taking a punt': Escape! festival funded from own reserves
"It's for a rainy day, and this is a rainy day."
Local Focus: Should we tax the rich more? Waiariki candidates say āe and kāo
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Communities split over free school lunches
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Samantha Motion: Once upon a time in politics
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Eftpos fee hike 'crippling' for struggling businesses
The fee hike adds to the increasing overhead costs for businesses.
Gregor Paul: Why Sam Cane is regarded as 'the toughest man in NZ'
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Attitude Awards: 'I don't care what people say about what they think I can't do'
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'I'd love to know the odds on that': Toomey scores second albatross
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Obstacles to buying a house mount
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