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'Very concerning': Warning for surfers after great white shark 'near miss'
DoC says it is a 'good idea' for surfers to avoid the area in the coming weeks.
'It's scary': Ukraine-Russia war fuels pain at pump
Transport businesses feel they have "no choice" but to pass on the cost.
Bella Vista Homes developer, engineer appeal convictions
Lawyer describes original judge's reason for finding guilt as 'sweeping and denigrating'.
'Huge pressure': Hospital at 93 per cent capacity as Omicron surges
But the Health Minister says he is 'confident' hospitals were prepared for the outbreak.
Teachers isolating: Two colleges move senior students to online learning
Otūmoetai College's principal believes all students will return to classrooms next week.
Council urged not to repeat mistakes in new development
Tauriko West is a proposed large scale urban development on the edge of Tauranga.
Bay man's attempt to reconnect with Ukrainian fiancée
Tauranga man's desperate efforts to reunite with his fiancée in Ukraine.
Homecoming: Kiwis excited to be back on New Zealand soil
One couple have been stranded in Australia for a year despite seven attempts to return.
'It's time to hang up my trousers': Murray Watts Mansworld in Tauranga CBD closes
Murray Watts Mansworld closes on March 1.
'Incredibly distressing': How to stay mentally healthy during a Covid outbreak
Solutions, tips and tricks were provided and were key to looking after one another.
'Let me come back': Man no longer allowed to work at hospital
He sold coffee beans at Tauranga Hospital for two years, one day they asked him to leave.
What they really want: Young employees and workplaces talk leadership
Pet hate in a manager is those who work a 'hierarchy system'.
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Jo Raphael: Putin's a ruthless tyrant and we should be outraged
OPINION: We should all be outraged over the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Hundreds of anti-mandate protesters on march in Tauranga, traffic backed up
The protestors have joined a nationwide rally.
Explained: Why no Bay locations of interest have been announced recently
And why scanning in with the Covid tracer app is still important.
'We're out of options': Rental crisis hits families as rents up, supply down
To protect themselves, landlords are only taking on people with a perfect history.
'I cannot stop crying': Papamoa mother fears for son in Ukraine
'He asked me not to panic. He said he is strong and not afraid of the invasion.'
Five deaths, record 12,011 new cases - nearly double yesterday; 237 in hospital
Of the 12,011 new cases, 3807 were detected via PCR tests and 8223 were by using RATs.
Customers wash dishes as 12 of 16 cafe staff self-isolate
All but four of the Tauranga cafe's are self-isolating.
Phase 3 in the Bay: What you need to know about RATs and close contacts
RATs should be available to buy at retail outlets from next month, Chris Hipkins says.
Covid-19, ports and protests - Grant Robertson visits Tauranga
The Deputy PM fronts questions about Covid-19, vital infrastructure and the Bay's future.
Meet Flick, the little fire truck that could be yours
The origins of Flick are unknown but whoever left it at the station has a kind heart.
Premium debate: Tauranga's $300m civic rebuild proposal
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Zizi Sparks: How is teaching not a critical service?
Opinion: Teachers deserve to have access to rapid testing.
'When can we return to normal?': Local MPs, residents on easing of vaccine mandates
Jacinda Ardern said Covid restrictions could start easing as early as next month.
Tauranga is NZ's 'worst-performing overall urban centre', says Minister
Wood's claim has been rejected by two former mayors.
Supply chain woes: How our ports are faring compared to Oz counterparts
'Soul destroying' Export company boss says its now losing customers due to shipping woes.
Bus driver staffing levels expected to reach 'crisis level' as cases increase
Tauranga bus services have temporarily moved to reduced weekend timetables.
Council investigation into Tauranga Harbour crash: Findings revealed
Tauranga's Maree Geary died in the Chapel St crash in December.
Local Focus: The blind women who bonded through surfing
Meet the best friends who surf together but have never seen each other.
Pay offer a 'huge insult', health workers say
Now the workers, including critical health staff, are planning to strike twice next month.
'Worst possible timing': Commercial rates set to rise again
But a housing sector leader says it's the "worst possible timing".