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Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.
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Inside the cancellation of Bay Dreams 2025: ‘We took action before it was too late’
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House fire rages in rural Bay of Plenty town
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The meth lab, the gang taxing and a murder charge
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City to Surf: Entries open for Bay's biggest fun run and walk
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Fishery lobbyists and Fisheries NZ tangle over Coromandel dredging survey
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'Not a choice': 2.8% of Tauranga people experience homelessness
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Tauranga council projects spurned for fast-tracking
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Bad vibrations: Raised crossing ripped out, levelled after shaking complaints
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Consent reforms needed to fix 'overkill' system – builder
Changes to the building consent system are welcomed as it is currently arduous.
'Sprawling' waterfront estate with panoramic views hits the market
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History-making Steamers immortalised in doco
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Road naming decision finally made after five years
The name did not reflect the culture or natural features of the area, a councillor says.
Chief medical officer jobs under review
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Waioeka River: Person still missing
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Ship crewman seriously injured after being 'sent to dangerous area'
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