Tauranga Special School marks 60 years of educating diverse learners
The original 1965 building still stands, now with many upgrades.
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‘A love letter to Tauranga’: The musical comedy series coming to NZ screens
The new series Happiness highlights musical theatre in local Kiwi communities
Tauranga crashes: Serious injuries and road closures
One person has suffered moderate injuries.
‘Island in the wilderness’: Proposed boundary shift sparks concern
Residents say the proposed boundaries ignore local geographic ties.
Former Bay of Plenty lawyer admits $375k fraud after obstructing investigation
More than 1200 false claims were sent to the Ministry of Justice.
Nan’s ‘unbearable’ grief after 4yo moko killed by dogs
He was her 'last connection' to her late daughter, a Givealittle page says.
‘Edgy’ comedian Jimmy Carr set to return to the NZ regions he previously roasted
The comedian's previous remarks about some NZ towns ruffled Kiwi feathers.
'Splits us into two': Willie Apiata hands over Victoria Cross over entitlements issue
He gifted his medal to Veterans Affairs minister Chris Penk in the hope of a law change.
Big transport projects on track
Construction of the Pāpāmoa East Interchange is set to finish next year.
Barge capsizes in Tauranga Harbour, 10l diesel spill contained
About 10 litres of diesel spilled; absorbent booms are in place.
Tree removal marks start of restoration at historic site
The project aims to stabilise the site by strengthening the redoubt banks.
Big changes for art gallery and its supporters
Renovations are part of the $306m Te Manawataki o Te Papa project.
How a Facebook post led to the rapid recovery of a stolen tiny home
The tiny home was stolen on March 29 at 4am from Rea Rd, Katikati.
Three dogs euthanised after fatal attack on 4-year-old child
The breeds of the dogs have not been 'fully confirmed'.
Flag football set to grow in Bay of Plenty schools
The event on April 2 aims to grow interest in flag football among students.
Farmers fined $77k for discharging effluent into stream
Judge Tepania noted both defendants were careless for different reasons.
Opinion: Why NZ’s economic signals are so confusing
GDP per capita rose for the first time since 2022, ending eight quarters of decline.
Fire crews battle large garage blaze in central Tauranga
A large garage fire in central Tauranga was attended by multiple fire crews.
‘Raise as much as possible’: Movie night fundraiser for mum’s cancer battle
Fairhaven School hosts a movie night to support Sarena Crane's cancer treatment.
90-year-old vintage car enthusiast and patrol volunteer keeps community safe
He volunteers with Katikati Community Patrol, helping as the "eyes and ears" of police.
‘Go on little boy, your mum will be waiting’: Family’s tribute to 4yo killed in dog attack
A small community is shocked by the death and praying for the surviving child.
Parking blitz hits students
About 40 students from one school were ticketed in February.
‘Thoughts and prayers’: Young child dead, another person injured in vicious dog attack
Animal management has taken the dogs involved for investigation.
Residents upset over proposed 5G tower near homes
Residents say they received little communication about the 5G tower.
Long-running social services trust in liquidation owes IRD $200k
Te Tuinga Whānau once had assets and revenue worth millions of dollars.
‘Once you get the bug’: Father gears up for boxing comeback
Dylan Pearce returns to boxing after seven years for Bay Boxing on the Dock.
‘Treated like an animal’: Gang member involved in mob killing kept in kennel as a baby
The three-day sentencing came to an end with lengthy jail terms handed down.
‘Bedlam’: First responders’ attempts to help pedestrians hit by motorcycle
People raced to help a husband and wife who were sent 'flying' in a motorcycle collision.
‘Bigger and better’: Bay food festival returns with a culinary feast
Highlights include cocktail stories, a progressive lunch, and a pasta class.
Vape products taken in alleged robbery – police seek footage
Officers arrested one person at a Tauranga address today.
‘A staple’: Activewear brand expands in NZ after milestone launch
An activewear brand known for high-performance sportswear is opening in the Bay of Plenty
‘We will make better decisions’: Mayor on iwi council appointments
A pōwhiri was held for the three tangata whenua representatives.
‘Catastrophic impacts’: Possible Kaituna River dam project faces pushback
Concerns included the fast-tracking of the project and a 'perceived lack of consultation'.
‘Flying into the air’: Witness recalls fatal moment motorcycle hit couple
The motorcyclist accepts he caused the couple's deaths but argues it isn't manslaughter.