Latest from Tauranga

Hipkins: NZ needs to 'rethink' how roading infrastructure is funded

The Prime Minister says the fast uptake of EVs could affect petrol tax revenue.

'Hugely demanding': Firefighters head to Canada to help tackle wildfires

Canada has had more than 500 wildfires this season.

'It's a relief': Mum of injured teen speaks out after 100 cops target street racers

The mother's comments come after arrests were made and cars seized.

Watch: Crews return to Gate Pa house fire after flames spotted

”I haven’t seen flames that high in a long time.”

'Rat runners' label 'unfair to rats': Councillor lashes out over clogged roads

The problem is believed to be making traffic congestion on SH2 worse than it should be.

The Premium Debate: Steven Joyce on Budget 2023

Subscribers have their say.

Fountain death: Child would have been 5 this week

The Coroner has opened an inquiry into the death.

The Premium Debate: The rental crisis is a nationwide disgrace

Subscribers have their say.

3km pathway: New build begins along Pāpāmoa coast

The shared path will have rest stops, new public toilets and spots for food trucks.

Luxon reveals his top three issues facing Tauranga

Christopher Luxon paid a visit to Tauranga's foodbank and a kiwifruit packhouse on Monday.

7th Ave roadworks: 'Why are we the sacrificial lamb?'

"If they block in front of us as well, maybe I need to shut the shop.”

Te Puke, Rangiuru in playoff race

Eastern Districts remain unbeaten in the Western Bay competition.

Reader opinion: Locals deserve better on State Highway 2

OPINION: Bay of Plenty Times readers have their say.

Food prices: How to stop throwing your money in the bin

An expert shares how people can make the most of their groceries as living costs increase.

‘I should have said something’: Woman's regret after child drowns in park

She's seen many near-misses in the water and wants to see safety changes.

Dog stolen after incident in Mount Maunganui

Police are asking anyone with information to come forward.

'Families are struggling': Foodbank costs up $10k a month, 14,000kg drop in rescued food

The cost of living crisis had “hit everyone hard”, including support providers.

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