Latest from Tauranga

New kerbside collection bins ready for roll out

The new bins will be delivered to the kerbside in front of each household.

Western Bay moves to restricted fire season

The restrictions were put in place this morning.

Commissioner on Tauranga's crisis point - 'It's worse than I thought'

City commissioners grapple with the reality they are tasked with fixing.

Controversial city councillor under fire over byelection bid

Andrew Hollis says he has already received a lot of support for his campaign.

City in 'crisis': Commissioners warned of 5000-house deficit in next decade

"We are behind, there are no two ways about it."

Hello future district: We have a plan says Western Bay Council

But more help is needed from the community for the finalisation of the Long-term Plan.

Mount parents plead for schoolchildren's safety on busy road

Community pay "huge price" for 30 minutes of marginally better traffic flow, say parents.

Investment needed to cope with population growth

The Long-term Plan 2021-31 aims to address problems caused by the city's rapid growth.

Inexperience and infrastructure costs blamed for local government dysfunction

Three main factors get in the way of good governance, says a veteran councillor.

Hot temperatures and downpours: Autumn weather to be a mixed bag in the Bay

The Bay of Plenty could expect more "variable conditions" as autumn hits.

Cyclists plead for urgency in Totara St safety upgrade

But council officials say they are moving "as fast as possible".

More schools join free lunch programme

Education Minister made an announcement but couldn't avoid Covid-19 spotlight.

Youth cancer survival rates increased - but less likely if you live in a region

Haley Thomas can't wait to turn 30. She didn't think she'd live that long.

Candidates for Western Bay of Plenty byelection named

The byelection will be held on April 30.

Hipkins in Tauranga: More schools join free lunch programme

Hipkins was at Welcome Bay School.

'Very challenging': $45m Cameron Rd project hits hurdles, concerns raised

Big changes are expected as part of an upgrade to Tauranga's Cameron Rd.