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Sacked council: Who’s running again and why one hasn't had a haircut since 2020
One mayoral candidate says he has 'unfinished business'.
'I’ve done it for so long it’s part of me': 50 years as a JP
The octogenarian was 36 years old when he was nominated to serve.
What it take to be a fosterer: A couple's five decades of care
The octogenarians have been recognised for their selfless and tireless efforts.
'Reliant on locums': Region spends $8.6m on outsourced specialists in a year
'Higher rates' are paid to attract locums amid staff shortages, the union says.
'Fully involved' garage fire in Tauranga
Reports of a fire in Bethlehem came in around 12.45am.
Safety concerns for students on SH2 buses
'Seems crazy to me that we can have kids standing up on buses possibly going 80km/h.'
Rare condition: The 'scary' and 'surreal' moment 18-day-old turned blue
'I wouldn’t wish it on anybody,' says his mum.
Favourite La Crique faces crack field in $100k race
La Crique aims for a big win in Rotorua after missing NZ Breeders due to hoof issue.
Tauranga teen heading to Europe for MTB World Series
A Te Puna 17-year-old is one cog closer to achieving his dream.
'Kick in the guts': Tradies 'poaching' work from locals 'rife' amid slowdown
'A high volume of tradies [are] jumping in the ute and trying to grab some of the work'
'Defied the odds': Bay dancers head to worlds
Tauranga dance studio heading to The World of Dance Competition in LA.
'Incredibly generous': Farmer gifts 103ha with panoramic coastal views for regional park
The generous gift has been called a rarity and 'true legacy' for the Bay of Plenty.
Highly potent synthetic opioid found in second fake tablet
N-Desethyletonitazene has now been found in Tauranga, Drug Foundation offering free tests.
'Doesn’t make sense': BOP doctors speak out amid strikes
Junior doctors picketed outside hospitals this week.
Staff shortages force closures at Pathlab clinics
Closures were decided once all other options were exhausted, Pathlab says.
Fuelling change: End of era for long-running service station
Bittersweet atmosphere as loyal patrons called in one final time.
'Shocked and horrified': Pet owner fearful after second cat shot in area
'We fear the person responsible for these two shootings could strike again if not caught.'
Ria Hall’s documentary calls for support for Māori māmā
The goal is to revive the awa, their puhinui for birthing in future generations.
'Disengaged': Frustration for parents waiting for new school as lot stays empty
A dad says kids are stuck spending a 'stupid amount of time' on buses to get to school.