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'Ugly': Residents slam Tauranga's proposed civic revamp
Some residents say a museum is important but others fear it could be a 'white elephant'.
Thinking about a pay rise? Why now is a great time to ask
Employment experts give their tips on how to ask for a pay rise.
'Humbled': Jan Tinetti will run in Tauranga by-election, date announced
The by-election will take place on June 18.
Rawiri Waititi: Māori should be paid a pension from age 57
There is support and opposition to the idea to lower NZ Super eligibility for Māori.
Two brothers have the same condition. But only one can get $330k 'miracle' drug
One brother says it's a 'kick in the guts' knowing he could not get the drug.
Missing Tauranga doctor search may be formally halted
Police look to suspend the search and rescue arm of inquiry into missing Tauranga doctor.
Maungatapu powerline project cancelled: 'Marae will fight to the bitter end'
Transpower has canned plans to move a 3.3km section of its A-line supplying the Mount.
What's being done to solve the Gib crisis?
The three-pronged attack aimed at solving the drastic Gib plasterboard shortage.
Man charged with threatening to kill PM restrained in court
Richard Sivell was restrained on the courtroom floor, later claiming he was "kidnapped".
Local Focus: New library site opens after 120,000 books moved
Tauranga's temporary library - He Puna Manawa - officially opens for business.
Jo Raphael: Women exercising alone should not face safety threats
OPINION: Having your security threatened takes a long time to recover from.
'More stability': Businesses relieved as vax pass requirement ends
Mandates that left one gym owner with a 'sense of nervousness' will be lifted.
'Opportunists': Gib board selling for 'exorbitant' prices online in shortage
Trade Me: Average sale price in plasterboard category up 412% from October to March.
Mowers, chainsaws and a cold beer: The surprising ways high-powered bosses unwind
Leaders reveal their best tonics for workplace stress.
Ngahi Bidois: Stay focused as you embrace the challenge of change
OPINION: Choose wisely what you spend your time and energy on
'We'll never give up': Inside the search for missing doctor
Volunteers have searched by land, sea and air. So what is next?
How a man's lonely death led to housing for the elderly homeless
Elderly man found four days after he died.
'I tried to scream': Woman's 'terrifying' park encounter with naked 'growling' man
'It was pretty terrifying. He was making noises as he stepped out.'
Exclusive: 'When I woke she was gone' - her newborn girl was taken 57 years ago; finally, an apology
Maggie Wilkinson has received an historic settlement and in-person apology.
Avoiding Auckland's 'mistakes': Tauranga seeks design panel - at $185p/h
Some say the money will be worth it but others question if it's 'bang for buck'.
Tearful testimony: Bella Vista developer fights bankruptcy challenge
The developer owes Carters over a million dollars in unpaid building materials.
Whakaari/White Island tragedy: Flight operator pleads guilty, ordered to pay $267k
The defendant has been ordered to pay more than a quarter of a million dollars.
Building company 'shocked and devastated' by worker's death on site
Emergency services were called to the scene on Te Kaka Place on Wednesday afternoon.
'A dog's breakfast': Pāpāmoa residents, commissioners clash
Commissioners meet with concerned residents, face 'considerable objection'
'Absolutely gutted': Friends of missing doctor on search being suspended
With no new information, police suspended the search for the missing doctor.
Long Covid impacts 'could be significant', Bay health authorities warn
Lingering symptoms can have a significant impact on the daily lives of affected people.
Simon Bridges' $3.9m Tauranga home flops at auction
Politician's family home still on the market - but at a fixed price.
Tauranga by-election: Nominations begin but mystery to remain on who's running
The date for announcing National's candidate list is yet to be confirmed.
Tauranga byelection: Ardern doesn't think Labour will win, yet to set date
The byelection was sparked by the resignation of Simon Bridges.
Supply chain crisis: Soaring costs hammer companies, some may go bust
Plumbers will definitely run out of some products, market warned.
'We're open. We're safe. Keep coming': Sector's message as restrictions ease
Meanwhile, accommodation providers believe there is still a hard slog ahead of them.
Graham Bell: Nation's crime rate - it's not so bad
Former top cop says New Zealand is a very safe country.
'It has been a terrible week': Horse trainer sister of Enchanter boating victim has emotional win
Horse trainer Debbie Sweeney's brother died in the Enchanter boat accident.