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Red Fox Tavern cold case: Staff members recall fatal robbery 33 years on
The second day of a high-profile trial has started.
Tauranga cheerleader's Covid gamble pays off
The decision to go back to America during the pandemic has paid off for a cheerleader.
Letters to the editor: Māori wards bill needs fair and open discussion
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
All rise: Region's criminal lawyers appointed district court judges
Two top defence lawyers in the region have been made judges in the district court.
Gang accused in attempted murder trial claims 'mistaken identity'
A Black Power gang member from Whakatane is defending an attempted murder charge.
'Huge': $1m-plus sales soar in small seaside holiday towns
The number of $1 million-plus properties sold in Waihi Beach has tripled in a year.
Red Fox Tavern cold case: Barman shot dead after throwing glass at armed robber
Defence lawyer: 'This case is one of New Zealand's long-standing and terrible mysteries.'
Social media could be boosting sales of exotic kiwano fruit from Te Puke
US buyers can't get enough of the bizarre-looking fruit.
Trial begins for 1987 Red Fox Tavern murder, robbery
The jury that will decide on an infamous cold case has been selected today.
Transfer of power at Tauranga City Council complete: What happens now?
What about the by-election? Will they hold meetings? Who pays them?
Array of Volkswagens to be on show for charity
Run to the Sun is a Volkswagen event and raising money for Vada's Angels Animal Rescue.
'Best one to date': One Love festival brings in thousands
Thousands of people packed into the Wharepai Domain for the One Love Festival.
Grass fires prompt reminder of total fire ban in Western Bay
A grass fire in Papamoa Beach has prompted a reminder that there is a fire ban.
'Truly life-changing': The couple heading back to help in Africa in a global pandemic
In sub-Saharan Africa, only 7 per cent of the population have access to essential surgery.
Want a job? 25,000 more in Western Bay by 2038
Horticulture, agriculture, building, construction and IT are expected to have more jobs.
Samantha Motion: Changes to school names are remaking history
Opinion: Name changes can be met with grumbles of history erased.
Letters to the editor: A bit of democracy has died
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
Liz Davies: The tide is turning for better understanding of te ao Māori
OPINION: There has been an increasing understanding of te ao Māori.
Tauranga doctor takes on second career as Rotorua teacher
He's only 30 and is a doctor, and now a teacher and wants to do both to make a difference.
Tauranga commissioners' fees may be double standard rate
And, it's a part-time gig.
Head-on crash in Pongakawa puts four in hospital
Four people taken to Tauranga Hospital after two-vehicle crash in Pongakawa.
Tauranga company director heads to trial on exploitation charges
A Tauranga kiwifruit labour contractor denies a raft of alleged exploitation charges.
Sunshine and big crowds expected at One Love
The popular event has sold out for the fourth time.
Local Focus: Battle of the BBQs judges looking for 'good clean bite'
Low and slow barbecue comp brings 20 teams to Tauranga. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Letters: Call for referendum on rubbish collection
Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
Jo Raphael: What's next for tourism and hospitality?
OPINION: We're basking in a summer glow but it'll soon be back to reality.
Fur-real? Kitten survives 10m fall from tree
Jet the kitten went missing on Sunday night.
How Tauranga can celebrate Waitangi Day together
There is plenty to enjoy and be involved in on Waitangi Day this weekend in Tauranga.
Fatal boat crash: Mum 'robbed' of chance to say goodbye
Mum calls for change in maritime laws to crack down on drunk skippers.
Omanawa murder accused appears in court
Omanawa murder accused remanded in custody.
Leaders react after city commissioners appointed
The commissioners will begin their term on Tuesday, February 9.
Murdered toddler: 'She is nobody's little princess any longer'
The impact of Maketū toddler Nevaeh Ager's murder was revealed at attacker's sentencing.
Local Focus: New Pāpāmoa school opens
The Suzanne Aubert Catholic School is open for business. Made with funding from NZ On Air.