About 230 jobs to be created in Ōpōtiki after Tauranga investment in mussel farm
The processing factory was hoped to be up and running by early 2021.
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Weather: 24 hours of heavy rain to batter Bay of Plenty
Downpours were already scheduled to hit the Upper North Island today.
Top Kiwi bands in One Love Festival line-up
There will be a clear Kiwi flavour at next year's One Love.
Panel set to 'take the supreme politician out of the process'
Several council clashes have spilled over into the public realm this term.
Person assaulted and robbed in Mount Maunganui
Police were unable to locate the alleged offenders.
Update: Stranded ship successfully towed into port
A towage trial would take place this morning before being towed into port later today.
One person dead after being run over by own van
The incident happened about 12.35pm.
'Didn't know anyone that stupid': Pāpāmoa tradie angry at senseless theft
"These tools are critical to our work... our lifeline."
Letters to the editor: Take a step forward, on to the bus
Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
Plunket sees jump in families needing support in Western Bay
"There is more of a need now than ever for wraparound services."
Bella Vista trial: Defence questions engineering expert
This week marks the third week of the judge-alone trial.
Changes on vessels after man's 8m fall in Tauranga
The handrail involved in the fall has been removed from all of the company's vessels
Bella Vista trial enters its third week
This is the third week of the judge-alone trial as witnesses continue to testify.
Turf turns for this year's Garden and Art Festival
Tickets still available for the Garden & Art Festival.
Three waters reform: Councils hesitant about $761 million funding pool
Only councils who opt into the three waters reform programme can access the funding.
Blue-sky thinking: How can Tauranga CBD rise again?
People living in the CBD is part of the key to success say city leaders and experts.
Demand for food soars in the Bay, with new 'food poverty'
People are struggling with job losses and financial strife, with second wave looming.
Near-miss on 'pancake roundabout' sees elderly man rally for change
"I really think this could save lives."
What council territory do you prefer, Tauranga City or Western Bay?
It is the question the Local Government Commission proposed to certain residents.
Local Focus: That's a wrap – submissions close on revised annual plan
Tauranga councillors must now wade through 587 submissions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: That's a wrap – submissions close on revised annual plan
Tauranga councillors to wade through 587 submissions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Soon-to-be dad catches fire in freak accident
What was meant to be an evening of smoking fresh fish went horribly wrong.
Letters to the editor: Pilot Bay plan an ill-thought-out project
OPINION: Readers have their say.
Heavy industry players respond to marae's demand
The marae gave the Govt a 10-year deadline to get heavy industry out of Mount Maunganui.
Hordes of Kiwi holidaymakers a 'real surprise' for campgrounds
Some campgrounds and holiday parks report best July school holidays yet.
Letters to the editor: Parking meters are the answer
OPINION: Readers have their say.
Bella Vista trial: Evacuation may not have had to happen, court told
"... it may have been a different situation."
Local Focus: Families celebrate return of sport competitions
Parents breathe a sigh of relief as sports return. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Families celebrate return of sport competitions
Parents breathe a sigh of relief as sports return. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Matt Cowley: Western Bay's future is exciting if we plan well
COMMENT: As region continues to grow at a rapid pace, we cannot afford to do nothing.