It's official - this tiny town makes the best toasties in NZ
The region has secured the hotly contested Great NZ Toastie Takeover competition (again).
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The Crown alleges Jessica Mulford stomped on toddler Harlee-Rose.
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Two digger operators died at work within 10 days in July.
Tauranga CBD revamp pushes ahead – with potential savings
A change in funding for Tauranga’s civic precinct could save $1m a year in interest.
'Double-whammy': Downsized bin business says $10k rates hike is 'obscene'
'There’s no excuse for rates going up that fast. It’s just completely unnecessary.'
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SH2 slip: Road likely to stay closed until Friday
Pōhutukawa trees above the slip face had been removed.
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Severe wind causes Auckland Harbour Bridge disruption
Thunderstorms are possible for the upper North Island to start the week.
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Polar vortex clips NZ, strong gusts batter Auckland Harbour Bridge, more snow expected
Thunderstorms are possible for the upper North Island to start the week.
Large slip blocks SH2 in Bay of Plenty
Heavy rain causes a slip between Kutarere and Ōpōtiki.
'Traffic hazard': Residents, road users demand safety barriers be removed
People have spoken out, saying the concrete separators do more harm than good.
Company reporting: Investors should brace themselves - Mark Lister
OPINION: Many results likely to make for sombre reading.
Polar blast to bring more snow, hail, heavy rain and strong winds across the motu
MetService is warning wind gusts exceeding 110km/h are possible in Auckland.
'Hope you get what you deserve': Man hit by two vehicles was walking home from 'family event'
'To the other people that left my brother there, I hope you get what you deserve.'
Man hit by two cars, remains critical, police urge driver to come forward
Emergency services were called to the scene at just past midnight.
Photo competition launched to show people aged 65-plus 'living their best life'
The winning photos will feature in an outdoor exhibition in Tauranga.
Rain, snow and wind to blast the country
Heavy rain, snowfall and strong wind warnings and watches are in place across the country.
Revealed: The Bay of Plenty's favourite illicit drugs - and the harm they do
Wastewater testing reveals the amount of drugs Bay people are consuming.
'No democracy, no rates': Tauranga resident's rates revolt
A Tauranga woman has been locked in a row with the council over unpaid rates.
Rain, wind, snow to put a damper on this weekend
MetService issues watches for rain, wind and even heavy snow for parts of the country.
New active vent discovered on Whakaari/White Island
Recent increased activity could continue for weeks or months scientists say.
Contact to go ahead with airport solar farm
Company pushes 'go' on $271 million solar project at Christchurch Airport.
61-year-old to defend powerlifting title. But what's giving her the jitters?
Karen Humphreys will represent NZ at the IPF powerlifting champs in South Africa.
Bay businesses gear up for cruise ship tourist rush
Local businesses are excited for the extra revenue cruise ships will bring.
Bay businesses gear up for cruise ship tourist rush
Local businesses are excited for the extra revenue cruise ships will bring.
‘Help, my daughter isn't breathing’: Dad’s desperate efforts to save toddler heard in murder trial
He pounded on his neighbour’s door and asked for her to do CPR on the girl.
Armed police called to Matua after firearm report
Police were in the area of Tilby Drive and Fergusson Park about 4.30pm.
New tertiary music scholarship launched in memory of philanthropist Chloe Wright
Wright's son said Chloe was passionate about helping rangatahi 'realise their potential'.
Artist's 'never-before-seen' painting displayed at major art gallery in London
The collection where her portrait is displayed is seen by 'millions' of visitors a year.
Magic players trial for Silver Ferns
The group head to Wellington for a three-day trial camp from August 19-21.
'Murder': 64 chickens slain, council hunt killer dogs
“That’s what this is - the murder of my defenceless poor chickens by killer dogs."