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Marcel Currin: No time out for 'woman flu'
Man flu should just be called "taking sensible measures when you have a cold", writes Marcel Currin.

Editorial: Council must play its part
During the past few weeks, we've seen numerous Tauranga residents take it upon themselves to get stuff done.

Indoor bowls: NZ takes the lead in transtasman battle
The first international indoor bowls test series to be held in Tauranga between New Zealand and Australia got rolling at the Mount Sports Centre yesterday.

Marcel Currin: Little things can make our day
So there I am, a grown man nervous about interrupting a group of small children. But I still pretend to be a confident grown-up, writes Marcel Currin.

Editorial: Think before posting
Usually I have no sympathy for people who get themselves in trouble for posting things online without thinking.

Editorial: Testing for P a must
We've all heard the horror stories of what P does to people. There's no question it's dangerous and harmful. But what about its effects on the buildings where it is cooked and used?

Editorial: Police lack of action baffles
Laws need to be applied evenly and consistently if they are to be respected.

Richard Moore: Really, some kids do have'em
Why are some parents so careless about safety? Not just thoughtless but criminally negligent when it comes to protecting their children.

Marcel Currin: War sure is fun when it doesn't hurt
I am not qualified to write about any of this. What do I know of war? Absolutely nothing except that it looks awesome in high definition, writes Marcel Currin.

Editorial: Strand needs own Eat Streat
There are plenty of reasons Tauranga is a great place to live. But one thing it is missing is a dedicated dining precinct, writes Amy Wiggins.