Tauranga water restrictions lifted
A ban on the use of irrigation systems and sprinklers was put in place on December 23.
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New community centre to be a 'beacon of hope and optimism' for Merivale
The new community centre will be built by December 2022.
'It has only ever been the kids': Youth worker inspired by Merivale community
Rachael Wilson has been working at the community centre for two years.
Jo Raphael: Teach children early on about the value of saving
OPINION: Buy now, pay later can be convenient, but don't let it get out of hand.
All you need to know: Western BOP kerbside rubbish and recycling collection
Almost 17,500 eligible households received new bins
'Accident waiting to happen': Residents share concerns on new bins
Residents believe bins are too large and there is insufficient kerb space for all bins.
Which five Tauranga suburbs have a median value under $700,000?
CoreLogic: Only five suburbs in Tauranga now had a median value of less than $700,000
Colder than the North Pole: Antarctic blast nearing NZ
Here's what you need to know about the regions and roads forecast to be worst-hit.
Bay principals grapple with increase of students vaping
Vaping is becoming an increasing problem for Bay of Plenty schools, principals say.
Heavy rain warning for parts of Bay of Plenty
Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly.
Fee hike, potential cultural centre, Pāpāmoa interchange, rates increases: What's in Tauranga's Long-term Plan
'A significant step forward for the people of Tauranga.'
Dawn Picken: Airport, racecourse should be on the table for housing
OPINION: All options should be considered for shifting people out of emergency housing
Want it? Meat, car warrants, fry pans - you can buy it all now and pay later. But should you?
'People don't have to save anymore, if they want it, they buy it.'
Tania's story: My best friend was not too young for bowel cancer
Tania Hilliam had stage 4 bowel cancer and a grim future. Now look at her.
Fatal crushing: Former driver confirms 'faults' with truck prior to 'terrible event'
Truck driver testifies in day five of a coronial inquest into the tragedy.
Rates to rise 15% for homeowners, 33% for commercial landlords
Big decisions include building Papamoa East Interchange earlier, new Memorial Park pool
SH2 near Bayfair to close for weekend in July
A section of the highway will be closed during the first weekend of July.
Fatal crushing: Parents reveal concerns for safety moments before death
Four years on, parents have new information for inquest into son's death.
'It could be anywhere': Covid data expert's warning for Bay
Close contacts in Tauranga have tested negative but the risk remains.
Bank freezes pensioner's $150k life savings: Daughter treated for stress
'Why does my mum have to justify her spending?'
'Unique opportunities': Mount elder housing villages valued at $23m to be sold for private development
The net proceeds of the sale will be held in a reserve for elderly and social housing.
Truffle hunt in full swing
There are over 300 truffle farms, known as truffières, in New Zealand.
Trio sentenced for massive tyre dump
The father and daughter had sought discharge without conviction.
'We're ecstatic': Kane Williamson's dad on the sleepless nights leading up to historic win
Brett Williamson eventually got up at 4.30am after being bombarded with text messages.
Jo Raphael: is Working for Families tax credit really working?
OPINION: Should taxpayers be propping up working families?
'Completely different ballpark': Big boost for bus infrastructure in $3b plan
The extra money will be spent on public transport facilities and bus shelters.
'Decrepit' control box a 'significant cause' of fatal crushing
The truck's sensors were faulty but doubt has surfaced whether they were used at all.
'I need to prioritise my health and family': Todd Muller to retire
"Being [an MP] is a huge privilege, but it does come at a cost," former party leader says.
'Massive overkill': Cul-de-sac considered for Links Ave
A safety report indicated a cul-de-sac was the best option to reduce traffic volume.
Wards and boards: How do you want to be represented in the next Tauranga council?
Options with equitable voting rights proved popular.
Death at work: 'If he wasn't standing there, we wouldn't all be here today'
Dead man's workmates 'deeply affected' by tragedy still relived by some five years later.
The Kiwi fitness guru and the routine test that turned her world upside down
Tauranga 'gym bunny' visited her GP ... and was left in shock after unexpected news.
Truckie manager haunted by fatal crushing wishes he 'could have done more'
I live every day like something like that is going to happen in a workplace, ex-boss says.
Home comforts for cello prodigy Dominic Lee
The homegrown, award-winning cellist will perform in concert at Trinity Wharf on July 3.