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Western Bay recycling centre limits access amid Covid-19 concerns
Customers were asked not to attend the centres if they were sick.
Increased support for BOP businesses affected by Covid-19 now available
The Tauranga Chamber of Commerce is expanding its resources.
Man arrested after allegedly pulling gun on person
The incident happened about 5.50pm on Poripori Rd.
Facing lockdown away from family in NZ
But if they could come home to NZ, they're not sure they would.
Former Tauranga council officer alleges he was bullied and threatened by Bella Vista Homes' developer
Day four of the trial for the Bella Vista Homes accused has begun.
Code of conduct complaint investigated at Tauranga council
Complaint involves two elected members.
Jo Raphael: Working from home - and making the most of a bad situation
These are some strange times.
Bella Vista Homes failed development accused trial continues
The trial for those charged over Bella Vista Homes development failures entered day three.
Coronavirus: Bay business expect $500k loss, others focus on domestic market
One business is hoping the domestic market will be a saving grace.
Cancelled birthdays, no hugs: Concern for isolated seniors
'People's eightieth and ninetieth birthday celebrations are being cancelled.'
Two seriously injured in SH5 crash near Rotorua
State Highway likely to be closed for some time.
Bay of Plenty coronavirus cancellations and postponements
Your go-to list for all Bay events cancelled or postponed due to coronavirus.
Chronic road work noise causing sleepless nights
One resident has slept at his friend's house for nine months due to the Bay Link works.
Cricket comes to an early end in the Bay of Plenty, Central NI
Community cricket cancelled and rugby postponed due to Covid-19 concerns.
Coronavirus: Chocolate, pasta and hand wash fly off shelves
But Retail NZ chief executive says there is no need to panic-buy.
'This is a very uncertain and difficult time': Government's response package welcomed by Bay business leaders
Tauranga tourism company will lose about $150,000 in one month.
Night works to begin this week on 15th Ave
The work will last three nights this week.
Coronavirus: How is local sport affected?
The effects of coronavirus have reached far and wide, including local sport.
Coronavirus: Cruise ship docks at Port of Tauranga despite restrictions
No crew members are coming ashore.
'We all miss out': Tauranga Jazz Festival canned amid coronavirus concerns
Tauranga's Jazz Festival is one of a string of event cancellations.
Coronavirus: Tighter rules for rest homes, possible school closures
No cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the Bay of Plenty.
Coronavirus: 'Kiwis only' tourism discount offered to save jobs
Several tourism operators are offering 10 per cent deals.
'This is what I've been working for since I got back on my bike'
And he'll be among the leading contenders at NZ Junior (under-17) MX Champs in April.
Bay of Plenty councils' carbon footprints among NZ's best, and worst
The energy efficiency of local councils has been highlighted in a revealing report.
Bella Vista trial: Developer was 'ultimately responsible'
Five parties are on trial in Tauranga in relation to the Bella Vista Homes development.
New travel restrictions welcomed by Western Bay leaders
Travel restrictions mean that all arrivals to NZ must now self-isolate for two weeks
NZ port to lose 15 cruise ship visits with ban
Port of Tauranga to lose 15 scheduled cruise ship visits with ban.
Local Focus: Tattoo show goes ahead without international stars
Just 48 hours to get home to Greenland. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Tattoo Extravaganza goes ahead without headline stars
International artists affected as borders close. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Medical centres prepare for coronavirus onslaught
One medical centre says it has few resources to cope in the event of an outbreak.
'We're going to lose money': Tauranga tourism hurting after pause in cruise ship season
Princess Cruises has halted global operations of 18 cruise ships for two months.