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‘Selfish motivation’: Director’s passion for Tauranga’s museum journey
'I want to be part of building something completely new for a city that’s never had one.'
‘Started from nothing’: From cleaning flats to running a holiday home business
The 'boutique' business manages holiday homes in Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa.
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.
'Pain and fear': Raped teen tells attacker she wished he'd killed her
The Crown said Raveen Saily had 'warped attitudes around sexual consent'.
Mauao to close for repair of vandalised pounamu
Tauranga's landmark Mauao will be closed so the vandalised pounamu can be repaired.
Mount Monster 2024
340 competitors took part in the prestigious Race One Surf Craft Mount Monster held at Mount Maunganui on Saturday. Video / Geoff Cox