Latest from Tauranga

Megan Wilson: Why I don’t like dogs - and why cats are so much better

OPINION: It's an unpopular opinion, but cats are so much better.

Sonya Bateson: How dare I suggest introducing a fee for a public space, right?

OPINION: I can feel the anger of some letter writers and social media commenters already.

Business owners need more connection – here’s how to get it

Times are extra tough for businesses right now, that connection has never been more vital

Council buys Grey St building to make way for laneway

The business on Grey St is set to close in June.

'Keep the music alive': Teenagers share their passion for jazz

About 520 students from across the country took part in the youth competition.

'We just love music': Jazz lovers soak up sun and sounds at Tauranga’s Historic Village

“As soon as someone gets up to dance, it is contagious.”

Thousands of state homes sit empty, maintenance budget up $410m

State homes are being brought to Healthy Homes standards - but some are empty.

'Finally': International students are back - and it's worth millions

“The families are looking to share our Korean culture ... and make life-long friendships"

Pet dog attacked on daily park walk: 'Fifty per cent of his neck [was] savaged'

'There’s this big gaping hole in the back ... big enough you could put your fist in.'

Coromandel cut off: What geotechnical investigations reveal at SH25A

Bridge, bypass or rebuild the options for repairing road.

Chopper's owner loses court battle, dog could be put down

Tauranga City Council has been successful in its appeal against a dog that attacked a vet.

'Critical' need: Electricity upgrades add uncertainty to future of racecourse

The hearings regarding what to do with the Tauranga Racecourse Reserve enter Day 2.

'Every day we have to deal with it': Child's 'painful' six-month wait for surgery

The child is one of 179 patients with no confirmed date for this type of surgery.

Hit-and-run site to get safety upgrade

A nearby resident says it's a dangerous intersection.

'The need is now': Council moves to help struggling CBD businesses

More parking options could be likely for the CBD.

Victim of house blaze says window cleaner ‘hero of the day’

A window cleaner ran into the house and rescued the home owner and her dog.