Taking truants' parents to court will 'punish' poor families, iwi leader says
The minister says only adults being genuinely obstructive or neglectful risk being fined.
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'We give back where we can': Appeal's big boost from sports groups
Halfway through the appeal, donations are tracking well with large donations rolling in.
Critical: Two people flown to hospital after serious Rotorua crash
Emergency services were notified about the single-vehicle crash about 1pm.
'I was gassed': Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon participants take part in milestone event
A Thousand children swam, biked and ran hard participating in the Weet-Bix TRYathlon
'Heartbreaking': Second Bay of Plenty horse death linked to fireworks
'My emotions are pretty up and down at the moment ... I'm trying to deal with it.'
Mark Lister: Santa rally in 2024? US stocks soar as optimism builds
OPINION: US shares rise 27% in 2024; Santa rally expected amid strong earnings.
'Joining forces': Emergency services lead food drive
Emergency teams unite to collect food for families in need.
'We expect a vast improvement': Decision on bar's licence renewal bid
There were concerns over inexperienced staff in charge and an alleged serious assault.
'Black Christmas': Devastated orchard owners count cost of fire
'It’s so sad because Christmas is coming and suddenly we have this. It’s unbelievable.'
Jammin! School kids crowned national champs
Mount Maunganui Primary School Jump Jam team are the national champions
Tauranga's new bus service: $5 fare arrives in 2025 after trial success
Tauranga's new on-demand bus service is hugely popular but fares will rise to cover costs.
The 'super' food initiative ensuring elderly don't go without food
Partnering with the foodbank, Super Support is wraparound support for those aged 65 over
'Greatest gift ever': Man given weeks to live thrives two years later thanks to new heart
'That feeling of life, it was just incredible.'
Why Waihi’s mine wants to keep digging
Canadian company thinks it could mine for another decade, if it's allowed to expand.
Tauranga gang funerals: Police make 14 arrests and seize guns, vehicles
At one point, police were confronted by a kuia who criticised them for parking too close.
'Unacceptable': Rural residents fight planned facility for reintegrating ex-prisoners
A 6-year-old service started by a reformed former drug lord proposes a move to Waikite.
KEVIN! Christmas Movie in the Park returns on Saturday with a 90s classic
The event, in its third year, is supporting Tauranga Community Foodbank.
Tauranga Business Awards finalists revealed, voting now open
The industry change makers and inspiring role models that are up for an award.
'Incredible' privilege: Company's conservation work results in 'uptick' in native bugs
'Seeing the beetle population thrive makes us really proud.'
The first results are in: How satisfied is Tauranga with its new council?
And is new Mayor Mahé Drysdale happy with the report card?
New Mount skatepark to host national skateboarding event
Tauranga to host Skateboard Nationals in March 2025, showcasing top Kiwi skateboarders.
Plea for information after fatal BoP crash
Police are appealing for information following a fatal crash.
'Hugely inspiring': Teen rugby player hopes to follow in footsteps of All Black Sam Cane
'He has shown an example to kids from our school that it is achievable.'
Bailed teen gang shooter on the run after cutting off monitoring bracelet
The teen shot at rival gang vehicles a busy Rotorua intersection in the middle of the day.
Tauranga council tight-lipped after marine precinct sale halted
The council is taking legal advice as it decides next steps for the marine precinct deal.
'He loved it': YouTuber 'absolutely fine' after free-fall injury stunt
Did IShowSpeed really hurt himself at a Rotorua tourist attraction?
'Unusual circumstances': Remains identified as Tokoroa man missing for two years
Police are appealing for information - 'even the smallest detail could be crucial'.
Need 'never stops': Bay needs 2500+ blood and plasma donations by Christmas
Mobile donation drives will be 'making it as easy as possible for people to donate'.
Property Insider: $244k bill for Gulf Harbour Country Club’s owner; Here comes Santa Claus
It's the most wonderful time of the year, especially when Precinct goes tree generous.
'Positive to see': Foodbank donations tracking similar to last year
Tauranga Te Papa Rotary Club is the latest group to throw support behind the foodbank
Students 'in tears': Proposal to axe 'invaluable' apprenticeship
The Waipā campus in Rotorua is 'the only facility of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere'.
Waipā campus tutor Kerry Parker speaks about proposed cuts at Toi Ohomai.
Parker says the forestry and wood manufacturing apprenticeship programme is 'invaluable'. Video / Megan Wilson
Opinion: Beware, not all mortgage rate drops will follow OCR cuts
OPINION: Mark Lister warns: 'Not all rates will fall equally' despite recent OCR cuts.