Boat sinks in Pilot Bay as further strong winds forecast
High winds likely contributed to the sinking of a boat this morning.
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Power restored after fleeing driver incident in Mount Maunganui
A person was arrested after the incident.
What Ian Foster is looking out for during Super Rugby Pacific final
The coach talks about the big final and bolter Emoni Narawa's World Cup chances.
Roadblock for companies suing aluminium panel manufacturers
Companies allege Alucobond aluminium panels are unsafe and pose a fire risk.
100 years in the making: Rugby clubs face-off in historic double-header
Rotoiti and Mount Maunganui rugby clubs unit to celebrate a century of rugby.
Why Zespri's earnings took a hit
Problems or opportunities? Industry pledges to rise to challenges after tough year.
Sneak peek: Inside the Mount's new $20m apartment hotel
Plus we reveal the furniture and interior retail specialist on the bottom floor.
Watch: Paraglider lucky to walk away from crash high on Mt Maunganui
Video shows a parachute caught on trees
Concern as heavy industry seeks to continue discharging contaminants
Council considering applications from Allied Asphalts Ltd and Higgins Group Ltd.
'Reassured': No plans to remove memorial to slain backpacker
But the option is "not off the table", say Mauao leaders.
Breaking down concrete barriers: Visually impaired apprentice with autism excels
Todd Maitland shows why people from all backgrounds should consider a career in trades.
'Supporting them as much as we can': Mount RSA donates $18k to cyclone relief
Earlier this month, Red Cross granted $1 million to the Hawke's Bay Disaster Relief Trust.
'At last': Final bridge in $262m State Highway 2 project to open
Locals pleased about "major milestone", but say it won't be a congestion 'silver bullet'
Secret venue for Tauranga Stop Co-Governance Tour meeting after 'impossible' security rules
The tour had previously secured two venues, but these are now no longer.
Dawn Picken's life to be celebrated with Mount service
Writer Dawn Picken lost her public battle with liver disease in December.
Greerton Pathlab clinic re-opens after one-year closure
The Greerton clinic has been closed since the end of April 2022 due to staff shortages.
Tauranga buses: Route changes proposed, night service considered
Changes include routes being shortened, altered or replaced.
Port baffled by proposed $100m mitigation claim from local iwi
Ngai Te Rangi one of several iwi contesting Port of Tauranga's plans.
Broken ribs, punctured lung: Injured cyclist says traffic is 'ridiculous' on beachside road
"I won’t ride down that end of Oceanbeach Rd anymore."
Bright prospects for NZ kiwifruit export sales in next five years
Zespri must get on top of fruit quality issues quickly, says Craigs Investment Partners.
'Very distressed': Surfer saves three swimmers from 'horrendous rip'
'I was just really thankful that I was able to give them another Christmas together.'
Speedway: Rebuilt engine doesn’t miss a beat for Tauranga’s Cowling
Speedway: Chris Cowling to lead the 51-car field into the Saturday decider.
Missing Mount Maunganui man found
A man who went missing on Boxing Day has been found.
Stay safe and be responsible this summer, warn police
Waikato police urge holidaymakers to stay safe this summer.
Mix of new seating to be installed on Mauao
New seating will be installed throughout walking tracks on Mauao in the coming week.
Celebrity rugby event in Mount Maunganui aims to help youth 'flying solo'
'Fun vibes and a kōrero' are the central themes for the outreach event at Blake Park.
Jo Raphael: Fun can turn to terror in the blink of an eye
OPINION:Our water safety senses need to be heightened.
Tragedy hero: 'He gave all his strength to save her' - dad sacrifices life to save daughter in rip
"It is a story of love of a whānau who would give everything for each other."
'We are looking at a really tragic year'
Drownings are already over 80 per cent of the 10-year average with two months to go.
Special ferry service to celebrate first cruise ship to Tauranga
Get in early for a special ferry service.
Man who lived in cave sentenced after attacking dog in public park
A teenager saw the man kicking a puppy against a rock.
Opinion: We don't need another trial or study. Re-open the road - now
OPINION: Studying the closure of road will not provide relief for commuters.
Two children among those still in hospital after SH29A crash
The multi-vehicle crash happened on State Highway 29A yesterday.