Tauranga's first Māori ward councillor granted medical leave until 2025
Tauranga’s Māori ward councillor is on leave until 2025 because of illness
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Another fleet of emergency vehicles for Ukraine
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“That’s what this is - the murder of my defenceless poor chickens by killer dogs."
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'Lots of interest': How Tauranga schooling is promoted in Korea
'Everybody said when they come here, they don’t want to leave after six months.'
'Death was his only reprieve': Dog chained for five years, owner fined $2000
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Three-vehicle crash on Tauranga Eastern Link
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'I was being as gentle as possible': Mother denies injuring daughter during Covid test
The jury had to decide if the injuries were accidental or caused by an "enraged" mother.
‘Good result’: Links Ave reopens after two years of closures
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Te Puke photographer captures Aurora Australis
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Traffic delays while SH2 vandalism is repaired
Repair works are taking place on State Highway 2 between Katikati and Ōmokoroa.
'Enraged' mum allegedly injured crying preschooler who was resisting Covid test
The 'screaming and crying' 4-year-old was left with bruising on her face and body.
'She snapped': Teen stepmum allegedly stomped on toddler causing fatal injuries
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'A baby rave': The Wiggles headline new music festival for children
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Best in the Bay: Hospitality Awards winners announced
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Tauranga Boys’ run riot in Super 8 rugby final
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'It just was natural to actually give my arm and my blood to help fill the bank.'
Cancer, landslide, crash: Injured forklift driver's 'hellish' years
The Mount Maunganui man says he is still 'so thankful' despite his harsh experiences.
Mother and daughter bridge duo an unexpected pair
The mother said she got “absolutely, totally hooked and addicted” with the game.
Arranged marriage: Wife raped, bullied, and beaten by husband after moving to NZ
The man unsuccessfully appealed his conviction for raping his wife.
Mayor says Govt water plan ‘significant step forward’
Mahé Drysdale weighs in on the Government's new water plans.
Vigilante sites taken down, police issue warning
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Les Misérables: The show will go on after three Covid cancellations
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Stripped naked, bashed: Vigilantes attack suspected paedophiles in Tauranga
Police warn 'vigilante actions' could harm investigations.
'Little Ref': 13-year-old whistleblower making a big noise on rugby field
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Failed transport hub: Tauranga council appeals High Court decision over costs
The council awaits trial in bid to recoup millions of dollars on site it sold for $1.
'Got angry and snapped': Teacher slapped student's face, pushed another
Tribunal finds case was at the 'more serious end of physical assaults'.
Police investigate incident at Brookfield service station
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Man charged in relation to BOP death
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