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'Safe space': New educational programme to address family violence starts
It allows violent men a chance to learn to “make better choices for their families".
Clean-up and restoration of Egret Ave landslip site to begin
Persistent bad weather and land instability has prevented the work, the council says.
State Highway 25A puts Coromandel businesses on edge
After multiple severe weather events in the past weeks, the road is unusable
50 applicants in two days for a property: Landlords ‘bombarded’ by tenants
'It is hard out there at the moment... and choices are few.'
Kiwifruit orchardists rally despite numerous setbacks
Big decisions coming for kiwifruit growers hit by natural and financial setbacks.
Substation fault causes thousands to lose power in BoP
Pāpāmoa and Te Puke residents lost power around 7.55am.
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: Te Matatini showcases huge commitment from all involved
OPINION: I saw Te Matatini showcasing the best kapa haka in the world.
Opinion: Retirees shouldn't be on the bones of their backsides
Jo Raphael says Kiwis should enjoy the fruits of their labour in their golden years.
'Quite a showpiece': School's technology block under way, part of $60m project
“I feel really fortunate to be working in a modern learning environment like ours."
Port offers $3.75m mitigation package if $88m expansion goes ahead
The project involves dredging up to 1.5 million cubic metres of the sea floor.
'Sorry': Monster trucks promoter cancels NZ gig after 's***hole' jibe
Baypark stadium has come under fire but its builder says the criticism is unfair.
'Distressing': Principal quashes 'patently untrue' rumour after staff member hospitalised
One person was taken to Tauranga Hospital in critical condition on Monday afternoon.
‘Significant medical event’: Ōtūmoetai College staff member taken to hospital in critical condition
Police responded to reports of a disorder incident at a school on Windsor Rd at 1pm.
Environment Court hearing over Port of Tauranga wharf extension under way
Environment Court begins hearing evidence over Port of Tauranga's wharf extension plans.
Letters: Hospital care truly appreciated in trying conditions for staff
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'Wonderfully weird': Young Tauranga filmmakers reflect on national success
'I discounted the fact we could even have a possibility of winning.'
Opinion: Cut the grass, not the costs - it'll be worth it in the long run
OPINION: Kiri Gillespie says let's not welcome tourists back with scruffy berms.
'Terrifying': Pensioner describes harsh reality of living in a car for two years
Rental boss: 'I don’t know how some of them can afford to pay the rent.'
'Concerned for her welfare': Appeal for information on missing Waihi woman
Maia Prebble's family want to see her return home.
Liquor store broken into after earlier vandalism
Bottles of spirits and gift baskets were taken.
'My heroes': How Ukrainians in the Bay are feeling one year on
'I still can’t believe it. It’s scary. I have been through sadness, anger, and denial.'
Permanent closure of Te Puna ‘rat run’ proposed
The prospect of permanently closing the road is up for debate.
How long it takes first-home buyers to save enough for a deposit revealed
The percentage of income now needed to service a mortgage is about 70 per cent.
Chamber boss: The key to speeding up NZ’s infrastructure delivery
Matt Cowley discusses the effect Cyclone Gabrielle has had on our infrastructure,
Bay of Plenty salespeople awarded in RateMyAgent awards
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Tackling truancy needs community approach
OPINION: Being at school is not just about the academic learning in the classroom.
'Disappointing': Ombudsman rules health agency provided 'incomplete' OIA response to MP
Dr Shane Reti has received an apology for what he believes is a 'serious matter'.
'Very withdrawn': Mothers on perinatal depression as exhibition launches next month
One mother said it was “really difficult” to get out of bed and do the housework.
'Te ao Māori is compelling': Chefs Kārena and Kasey Bird on their new project
The sisters preserve and blend traditional Māori cooking techniques with modern twists.
Mark Lister: Not all sharemarkets are created equal
Lister says this time next year, things could be different.
Changes to surf lifeguard patrols prompt warning for beachgoers
Swimmers are advised to swim where patrols are and not alone.
Severe thunderstorm watch for Bay of Plenty
The MetService warns of potential severe thunderstorms for the Bay of Plenty today.