Bay of Plenty Times'Underwhelmed': What Tauranga locals and leaders say on Budget 2024One mum says Govt must do more to reduce inflation and offset the high living costs.30 May 06:40 AM
Bay of Plenty Times3D-printed skateable features at new Mount parkThe new skatepark in Mount Maunganui officially opened today.28 May 10:09 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMauao vandalism draws local outrage"These signs are there to help locals and manuhiri [visitors] enjoy this iconic taonga."28 May 12:22 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesCommuter ferry could set sail in TaurangaAuckland water taxi company is prepared to build two ferries if council subsidises fares.27 May 07:57 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMayoral contender Mahé Drysdale to commute from Cambridge if he wins'I’m still very passionate about the city. I love it, being where I grew up.'25 May 04:45 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga election: Who's running and what you need to know about votingIt's the first election since 2019 when councillors were replaced by commissioners.24 May 01:14 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesCommission pushes on for taller buildings in Mount MaunganuiCommissioners reject recommendation from independent panel.23 May 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesRevealed: 13 properties council might sell to fund $306m civic projectA 'popular' free car park in a shopping district is one of them.22 May 08:30 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesElection hopeful accused of 'dog-whistle politics'Response to complaint about page user's moko kauae 'barcode' comment criticised.22 May 05:02 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times'Emotional toll': City euthanises 423 pound dogs in 10 monthsCouncil says surrenders are up: 'Owners can’t afford to keep them or simply don’t care.'19 May 08:49 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Tidal flow' lane considered for Turret Rd traffic chokepointCouncil commissioners will decide on Monday whether to go ahead with improvements.19 May 12:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesOlympian Mahé Drysdale confirms bid for Tauranga's mayoraltyDrysdale will be going up against uncle Doug Owens for the role.18 May 10:54 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Taking the p**s': Charity boss hits out at op shop rubbish dumpersFrequent clean-ups of soiled goods and rubbish are taking a toll on store team members.17 May 11:30 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCracks appear in new $7m coastal pathwayConstruction of the 4m-wide path began in April 2023 and it opened in December.14 May 01:52 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesCharges coming for Tauranga boat rampsThe charges will come into effect from July 1.13 May 10:26 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSacked council: Who’s running again and why one hasn't had a haircut since 2020One mayoral candidate says he has 'unfinished business'.13 May 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWestern Bay households face 13.6pc rates riseThere is a proposal to delay 12 projects.10 May 01:02 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times'Kick in the guts': Tradies 'poaching' work from locals 'rife' amid slowdown'A high volume of tradies [are] jumping in the ute and trying to grab some of the work'09 May 08:03 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesStaff shortages force closures at Pathlab clinicsClosures were decided once all other options were exhausted, Pathlab says.08 May 05:40 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesLetters: Roll on the election; cocktail party concernsOur readers have their say.08 May 02:03 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga subdivision needs $400m for roads. Who will pay for it?Tauranga's council could face a 'substantive funding gap' for new roads.06 May 08:35 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times'Common sense finally': Bid to lift building height limits in Mount Maunganui hits hurdleA decision will be made by Tauranga City Council commissioners on May 20.05 May 05:03 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'There's a better way': Why singer Ria Hall wants to be Tauranga's next mayor'I’m not under any illusion that this is not something that’s not big . . . it really is.'04 May 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesRevealed: Tauranga council’s private cocktail event to ‘celebrate’ cityBut the list of the 150 invitees remains secret, for now.02 May 10:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Diabolical': $23m plan to ease congestion during roadworks but commuters alarmedA park and ride shuttle service, T2 lanes and a free toll road are measures proposed.01 May 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCouncils in line for big boost if GST returned on ratesCouncils could be in line for a billion-dollar boost each year should government agree.01 May 01:16 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesMount Maunganui’s poor air quality forces rethink of industrial sites'Critical need' to find space for emitting businesses in region, says Tolley.30 Apr 05:03 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesChasing millions: Appeal 'likely' as High Court gives council more timeExtension given as council chases $20.5m+ after selling part-built carpark for $1.30 Apr 02:09 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesNew Tauranga bus stop locations ‘sub-optimal’A permanent CBD bus interchange location was decided at a Tauranga City Council meeting.29 Apr 07:14 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Make a difference': Comedian, MP back call for rainbow crossing in Tauranga'Yes, it’s lines on the ground - but it’s so much more than that.'29 Apr 03:50 AM
Sponsored StoriesGot what it takes to run our city?Tauranga votes for new city leaders in July. Nominations now open.28 Apr 12:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMember of sacked council runs for mayor: 'There isn’t much I would do differently''The city needs to move forward and leave all that behind us.'26 Apr 05:28 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga homeowners face 7 per cent rates riseThe confirmed median increase rates rise is lower than the 11.1 per cent signalled.24 Apr 04:40 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesChasing millions: Tauranga council considers appealing High Court decisionCouncil claims more than $20.5m in 'wasted costs' after selling part-built carpark for $1.22 Apr 07:26 PM
