Tauranga traffic volumes higher than last lockdown
Travel during level 4 lockdown is severely limited.
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'We've been here before': No panic as rugby final disrupted by lockdown
The Baywide Premier men's final has been postponed from August 21.
Jo Raphael: If you're not local, stay away
OPINION: Lockdown exercise rule-breakers are selfish and reckless.
Struggling families urged to get help as lockdown bites into finances
You can still earn good money and struggle with your finances.
Virus experts reveal what needs to happen before we can go to level 3
With a decision on whether lockdown will be extended imminent, experts have their say.
'Really nasty': Man spits on security guard, headbutts homeless man
The incident happened when security tried to step in and break up a fight.
Proposed rates freeze amid lockdown 'unlikely' to benefit businesses
Tauranga Ratepayers' Alliance says the council needs to "cut its cloth".
GPs, pharmacies join Bay's Covid-19 vaccination rollout
The region is ahead of its vaccination goals overall but has missed recent weekly targets
Face mask businesses respond to spike in demand
Tauranga businesses are responding to a steady demand for reusable masks.
Bay of Plenty and Taupō homes make House of the Year top 100
Several Western Bay of Plenty and Taupō homes have made the Top 100.
Local veterans of Afghanistan reflect on 20 years of war
Local veterans reflect on the impacts of 20 years of war in Afghanistan.
Covid pamphlet: DHB tight-lipped on details until after investigation
The pamphlet was pulled after receiving backlash for implying Māori were the virus.
The Premium Debate: Record keeping to become mandatory in all levels
Go to bayofplentytimes.co.nz and becoming a Premium subscriber.
'Heartbreaking': AIMS Games chief on the decision to cancel this year's event
Vicki Semple: The safety and wellbeing of everyone involved were paramount.
Matt Cowley: Vaccines need to be in your business plan
Comment: Employers will benefit from having a highly vaccinated workforce.
'Lockdown limbo': Pain but acceptance as Covid restrictions extend
Some are making the most of a longer lockdown but businesses are feeling the bite.
Rob Rattenbury: The team of 5 million is back together
Opinion: As a country with a small population, it seems more personal for us.
Barrister and wife convicted for tax evasion charges
A Tauranga barrister and his wife have been sentenced for tax evasion offences.
Jo Raphael: Mask up or stay at home - the rules are clear
OPINION: Masks are there for everyone's protection.
Essential maintenance to continue on Bay of Plenty roads
The work will help ensure the movement of essential goods during lockdown.
Delta outbreak: Bay of Plenty designer 'gutted' NZ Fashion Week postponed
A Rotorua fashion designer is one of those impacted by NZ Fashion Week's postponement.
Delta lockdown: Keeping mental health in check 'vital', doctor says
An expert says we need to pay special attention to our own and others' mental health.
How Tauranga's religious communities work during lockdown
Tauranga religious communities have turned to Zoom, phone calls and other technology.
Parts of Tauranga 'sinking' as councillor calls for greater information access
Areas built on old river beds are among the areas of Tauranga now sinking.
Exclusive: The rise, and demise, of Todd Muller's political career and what's next
Todd Muller talks about quitting politics and what he really thinks of Simon Bridges.
Some migrants 'are unheard': Nina Payne launches new book
The book consists of 12 stories of migrants from eight different countries.
Some Tauranga and Western Bay council services shut
Tauranga and Western Bay councils have closed some services during the lockdown.
'Highest form of assistance': Double murder witness' own sentence discounted for giving evidence in trial
Daniel de Martin was sentenced under the Arms Act 1983 in the Tauranga District Court.
Simon Bridges on what's next: 'I've found my true happiness'
The ousted leader opens up about love, family, politics and how his enemies got too cruel.
Lockdown help: Assistance available for elderly in need
There are difficulties but also assistance available for the elderly during lockdown
'Heartbreaking': Tauranga sector faces $20m hit as lockdown extended
"This isn't a time to be complacent."
Kerbside service: Food scraps, glass collection remain on pause
The collection of these bins involved manual handling by the operators.
Dairy migrants flee as some primary industries soldier on, others stop
''We will stop exporting, that is what will happen if we stay in level 4.''
'She'll be sadly missed': Former Kawerau mayor Lyn Hartley dies aged 80
Families of those who have passed have been left in limbo due to lockdown.