‘Extremely grateful’: Civic precinct to get $21m in TECT funding
TECT chair said project “one of the most exciting and significant projects” in a lifetime.
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Local Focus: From an old deer farm to a traditional Thai temple
Take a tour of the traditional Thai temple tucked away in Welcome Bay.
Deer farm now a traditional Thai temple
Take a tour of the traditional Thai temple tucked away in Welcome Bay.
'I have got nothing': Boat owner left homeless now liable for disposal of wreck
'I am out of pocket. I have got no boat, I have got no home, I have got nothing'
'I have got nothing': Boat owner left homeless now liable for disposal of wreck
"I am out of pocket. I have got no boat, I have got no home, I have got nothing."
Heavy rain watch issued for Coromandel
A front is expected to move southwards over northern New Zealand.
Letters: Let's hope Cameron Rd cycleway will be better used than Mount
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'Absolutely terrible': 'Nangs' need stricter regulations, says former meth addict
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The Premium Debate: Renting out rooms a no-brainer?
Some say Bay of Plenty homeowners discovering perks of renting rooms are ‘great Kiwis’.
Woman weeps during failed bid to have dog ownership ban quashed
'Like a family member to us... I did everything possible to keep her contained.'
Elderly 'going without' meals: Pilot project aims to help struggling superannuants
'Really sad to think some of them are going a day without a meal or not eating.'
'Sounds I never want to hear again': Young Whakaari victim gives evidence
Jesse Langford lost his mum, dad and sister on Whakaari.
Wilde blitzes the field for sprint distance championship title in Hamburg
The Olympic bronze medallist is the newly crowned Super Sprint World Triathlon champ.
700 men in 5 years were told they have this cancer. Mark's diagnosis shocked him
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Meet the Tauranga cobbler with millions of TikTok likes
Modern technology is finding new customers for the centuries-old trade.
Nine deny rioting and wounding charges after Mount incident
Defendants charged after a Mount Maunganui 'gang-related' brawl have appeared in court.
Preserving paradise: The hidden battle at our borders
Guardians of the border: Unveiling the unsung heroes of Biosecurity New Zealand.
Erebus widow threatens legal action over road project, claims $800k building value drop
It is one of two legal threats made to the council over the Cameron Rd project.
Sonya Bateson: Parents hunting for bargains on kids toys face tough choices
Opinion: "I do have twinges of guilt for buying from these websites."
'Invaluable': How one woman's research is helping bee populations
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'It was awesome': Hundreds celebrate Matariki at Mauao dawn ceremony
The hīkoi to the summit of Mauao took place before dawn on Friday.
Meet the mum of five who can deadlift 210kgs and is heading for the world stage
“My goal is to finish in the top three."
12 people in a 4-bedroom home: How a struggling family found help as costs rise
'We can't afford the children's clothes.'
Matariki in the Bay: What's on this weekend to celebrate the Māori New Year
An early morning hīkoi to the top of Mauao is among several free events taking place.
Pāpāmoa waterway to light up again this Matariki
The celebration on Friday will start at 5pm at Te Ara ō Wairākei reserve.
'Impressive addition': Superstructure for council's green build taking shape
“It is another great step forward towards the bustling city centre we are aiming for.”
'Massive loss': Mum of crash victim gives powerful message to guilty driver
'You still have a life and do not take it for granted, learn from this tragedy.'
Kiwifruit growers' court appeal dismissed, rates hike here to stay
It concludes a two-and-a-half-year battle between orchardists and the council.
'We're going to die today': Whakaari victims recount the horror visit
The force of the blast pushed hard hats and respirators off the American tourists' faces.
Opinion: Bay rugby showdown a catalyst for kindness
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Local Focus: Freshwater policy changes are coming
Katikati growers, farmers and residents discuss water quality with the regional council.