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Police name woman who died at Pilot Bay
Laushaun Ying Soon died at Pilot Bay in early January.
'Massive revitalisation’: The new builds changing the face of Tauranga
Tauranga's city centre is seeing a massive revitalisation for private and public projects.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 surf beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 surf beaches – vote for your favourite now.
E-motorcycle firm collapse: Anxious customers, Crown agency owed $400k
Can the electric biker maker still go postal? Crown agency owed $400,000.
'No other venue capable': How a 'cherished' cricket oval nabbed a Super Rugby match
Oval game shows need for rectangular stadium, says one of the region's biggest rugby fans.
Chiefs return to Tauranga for cricket ground clash
The Chiefs are heading to play there on Anzac Day.
The NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'
Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.
Iwi leader explains why no rāhui issued after Pilot Bay death
A person was pulled from the water unresponsive on Thursday.
Scientist's warning to swimmers after BoP shark sightings
Safeswim posted red flag warnings at BoP beaches on Thursday.
Mount Maunganui beach evacuated by two-metre shark
It is the latest in a flurry of shark sightings across NZ beaches this summer.
Water death: Person pulled unresponsive from Pilot Bay
Emergency services were notified just before 8.20am.
'Rollercoaster year': Entrepreneurs share their highs and lows
New products and international expansion are on the cards for the two businesses.
Road closures: Triathlon event to shut eastbound lanes on toll road
Eastbound lanes closed for Tauranga Half Triathlon, best viewing on Marine Parade.
How Noel Harris went from legendary jockey to mentor extraordinaire
He has been recognised in the 2025 New Year Honours.
'Silliness': Incidents prompt warning for beachgoers in 'most dangerous month'
Holidaymakers urged to stay cautious; lifeguards report manageable issues.
Olympian Mahé Drysdale reflects on first months as Tauranga mayor
'We haven’t found a house yet - the housing crisis is real.'
Fights, fireworks, family fun and almost 4500 breath tests: Tauranga rings in 2025
Police were 'pleased' overall but not everyone in the city was on their best behaviour.
New Year Honours: Bay of Plenty, Coromandel, Taupō recipients named
Plus - we ask why one city, unusually, has no honourees on this year's list.
Hay and Duffy star as Black Caps seal series win
The Black Caps brushed aside Sri Lanka thanks to a quartet who missed the World Cup squad.
BoP summer music festival guide: Kiwi band reveals 'ridiculous' ritual
The hottest music festivals in Taupō, Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Coromandel.
Retailers cashing in on customers' happy vibes
Boxing Day shoppers in Rotorua and Tauranga are happy to be spending.
'Good for business': Cafe owner hails street's return to two-way traffic
Businesses say sales have dropped since the road was made one-way.
Fake Booking.com listing scams Kiwi family out of $10,000
Holiday home owners fear angry people will show up at their door demanding money.
Rainbow connection: Should new crossing have had official opening?
A pride advocate is upset an opening hasn't been held for Tauranga's new rainbow crossing.
Iconic Christmas display's final year before auction for charity
The popular display will be auctioned as a Mount Surf Club fundraiser.
Fluoride-free water option 'waste of time', campaigner says
Tauranga City Council is still undecided about providing a fluoride-free water supply.
‘Uplifting’ Mauaoathon raises $36,000 for sick councillor
The councillor was recently transferred to Tauranga Hospital from Waikato Hospital.