Bay of Plenty Times'You are legends': Community donations fill Tauranga foodbank shelvesA six-week Christmas appeal has helped more than 3000 people in Tauranga so far. 23 Dec 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHomeowner says $91k council prosecution for illegal cabana felt 'targeted'Michael Bryant was initially fined $19.5k for unconsented building work.20 Dec 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘The future is bright’: Tauranga teens honoured with King’s BadgeThe four teenagers' King’s Badges were presented at Government House on December 6. 20 Dec 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Long overdue': Olympic swimmer backs hometown's plan for its first 50m pool18 Dec 08:16 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesLower rates, fewer services: Tauranga seeks sacrifices to meet rates cap17 Dec 09:58 PM
PremiumLetters to the EditorPressure grows on council to find new home for kids’ bike jumps17 Dec 03:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Who has a spare $4000?' Seven streets must choose between chipseal and a big bill15 Dec 05:05 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSteady incomes, empty cupboards: What 'surprised' mayor during foodbank visit11 Dec 11:03 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale visits the Tauranga Community FoodbankTauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale visits the Tauranga Community Foodbank to meet volunteers and see all the work the charity does leading up to Christmas. Video / Tauranga City CouncilWatch11 Dec 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMeals, care, and compassion: Community initiative steps up for struggling pensionersMore than 1300 Bay of Plenty superannuitants are relying on food parcels to get by. 10 Dec 06:12 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMauao Motukauri track temporarily closed The closure lets crews safely remove scaffolding and fencing from the site.09 Dec 12:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Gutting': Jumps on kids' DIY bike track bulldozed after safety fearsDevastated residents challenge Tauranga council over sudden Pillans Rd Bike Track closure.08 Dec 07:59 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRoaming dog reports rise 80% in district'Unrestrained animals in our communities are posing a threat to people daily.'07 Dec 08:12 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesGate Pā community centre build begins on long-awaited neighbourhood hubPlans include multipurpose rooms, a digital hub, kitchen and kaumātua space.06 Dec 05:03 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesDog owner in tears as she fights five-year ban after mauling of 79-year-old manThe woman is also battling to keep her name permanently suppressed.04 Dec 11:10 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHow Tauranga is rethinking smart city techFindings inspired a Manu Meter prototype using AI to track manu splash jumps.02 Dec 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesHow 'bystander effect' may explain why no one saved drowning childFour people were near the fountain where the 4-year-old lay face down in the water.30 Nov 08:21 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHidden rips trigger early start for Tauranga lifeguard patrolsThe patrols will start early after a drowning at Mount Maunganui.30 Nov 06:45 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga residents told: Pay up to keep asphalt streetsCouncil to explore street self-funding option for areas opposed to chipseal resealing.27 Nov 11:14 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMayors embrace ‘common-sense' regional shake-upThey have embraced a proposal to replace regional councils with mayor-led boards.26 Nov 11:43 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times'No fuss' farewells: One in five funerals have no service or ceremonyNo goodbye can leave people with 'unresolved emotions' or 'disenfranchised grief'.26 Nov 06:37 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNo water restrictions for Tauranga this summerIt’s the first summer in three years without water restrictions in place.26 Nov 06:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHairini Bridge tests begin ahead of Tauranga traffic upgradeThe project aims to cut congestion and improve safety for Tauranga commuters.23 Nov 11:11 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesRatepayers get 'good value for money' from councillors' $163k salaries, says mayorThe job is described as 'part-time' but the mayor says in reality it's not. 23 Nov 06:46 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorCommunity spirit shines after Tauriko carpark fallOPINION: Our readers have their say.21 Nov 03:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPontoon plan riles rowers, harbourside residentsRegional council says its new facility would slash emergency response times.20 Nov 08:38 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSix dogs impounded after attack injures two in PāpāmoaThe owner of the dogs says she blames herself for the incident.20 Nov 02:23 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesCity council calls for public inquiry into water fluoridationTauranga's decision followed a 1345-signature public petition.19 Nov 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesResidents push back on council’s chipseal road planResidents say chipseal lowers street quality and increases road noise.18 Nov 09:15 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘I think this is sensible’: All councillors get same 15.56% pay riseNew council salaries from $1.48m pool revealed. 18 Nov 03:05 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Worst that I have ever seen’: Father fears street violence could turn deadlyResident wants to see stronger police responses to incidents after a street brawl.13 Nov 06:35 PM