'Fuel is a disaster': What locals think about extended subsidies
A business leader says commuters were tackling rising fuel prices by working from home.
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Burial costs soar 40 per cent, funeral directors call on Govt for help
The rising figures come as many people are already grappling with a cost of living crisis.
Jo Raphael: Our lives are in the hands of others on roads
OPINION: There's no excuse for bad driver behaviour.
'We need change': Transport leaders embrace bold 'circuit-breaker' bus vision
The fully electric buses would be faster and more frequent, designer says.
'Playing is like oxygen': The Feelers looking back at 30 years of touring
After nearly 30 years, they're still selling out shows to devoted fans.
Not humane: Council under fire over rat poison on Pāpāmoa dunes
But the council defends its use of the small, locked plastic traps.
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.
Shoppers, retailer want stricter mask rules to fight 'super spreader'
The call for a mask-wearing mandate is growing as compliance with wearing masks declines.
'Ashamed' and 'isolated': Struggling families selling possessions to survive
'We need to be upfront a recession is here ... impacted families are battling it today.'
The Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on iwi threat to blockade harbour
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Sonya Bateson: Denial is a powerful force
OPINION: It's not just a river in Egypt.
106-year-old glass feature removed in Tauranga council demo
As new glass artwork Midnight Sun is installed, a historic council feature is removed.
'PR stunt': Mobsters warn gang crackdown could spark more violence
Taking items by force may only increase anger and 'inflame' the situation.
'Disrespectful' unveiling for iwi leader renews anguish for ex-wife, children
But an iwi leader says a lot of people needed the unveiling to heal.
'What we need is some very simple rules': Luxon on Covid announcement
Government announces new measures to fight the increasing numbers of Covid-19 infections.
Comment: Free speech won public acceptance for gays and lesbians
OPINION: We must tolerate the ideas of others, even if we think they're bad or hurtful
Iwi threatens to blockade harbour over 'juggernaut' port's plans
The port says the Environment Court process is the correct place to debate the issues.
Police 'powerless': Her ex uses 1c deposits for vile abuse via bank account
Victim says banks and police seem disinterested or powerless to stop the messages.
Wellness centre for Tauranga's most vulnerable officially opens
Counselling, music therapy, tutoring and medical support are some of the services offered.
'Our hearts are full': Dog that attacked vet returned to family after verdict
The Tauranga City Council is not ruling out appealing the decision.
One arrested after report of firearm sighting in Tauranga
Police were called to Fraser St about 2.07pm.
Murder-accused duo plead not guilty
Mitchell Te Kani died at a Maungatapu property on May 14
'A story that should be told' - Tarnished Frocks and Divas gets its feature-length debut
A documentary on the Tarnished Frocks and Divas festival has hit the cinemas.
Soaked! More rain on the way as region breaks July average
A heavy rain watch is in place for later this week.
Sold! $11m beachfront home sets new record
The Oceanbeach Rd property sold for almost double its $5.96m rateable value.
Opinion: University not the only game in town
OPINION: Some advice for school students who are about to finish up
'To our future generation, with love': Time capsules discovered in council building
The capsules were not meant to be opened for 100 years
Diagnosed with skin cancer 4 times: Damage was 'done in my youth'
The 49-year-old has had four skin cancers cut from her body.
Tauranga port's bid for $68.5m wharf extension put off to 2023
If approved the plan would take three years to complete and create hundreds of jobs.
'We can't underestimate the impact Covid has had': Tauranga principals reflect on 2021 NCEA results
One Tauranga student received an NZ Scholarship as a Year 10 - despite pandemic pressures.
Waka Kotahi's billion-dollar blowout on Bay roading projects
Only one of the eight projects has not increased in budget or completion date.
Te Pāti Māori's 'fearless fight' for equality for Māori
Māori Party president says his party is the only one to achieve equality for all Māori.
School holidays: What's on, weather forecast and how to stay well
There are a number of activities and events in Tauranga during the July school holidays.
Michele Hunter: Ferry service will only enhance our city
OPINION: Ferries are a perfect opportunity to add value to our city.