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Arrests follow $17 million Tauranga drug bust
The vessel arrived in Tauranga from Fiji on November 18.
Ōmokoroa home to be demolished
Ōmokoroa home teetering on a cliff will be replaced by a small reserve and lookout.
Puppies found abandoned by holidaying SPCA inspector
The Tauranga SPCA inspector happened upon the puppies by chance.
'Somebody had to stop him': Vigilante charged after ramming 'dangerous' driver
But Tauranga businessman vows to fight the case.
College defends review process after former teacher censured
Principal Robert Mangan said it was a unique incident which should not have happened.
Melanie 'crashed' so badly at Work and Income she needed a week to recover
Melanie Steedman wants better education for government departments and doctors on ME/CFS.
Illegal rubbish dumping becoming a bigger problem
Councils ask community to help find rubbish dumpers.
'Devastated': Controversial begging, rough sleeping ban u-turn
A controversial begging ban looks set to be revoked after a narrow decision.
Mount Maunganui murder victim Monica Cantwell remembered 30 years on
Monica Cantwell's tragedy sparked an outpouring of compassion.
Rising fast: Bay of Plenty house prices hit new highs
The national median also rose to a record level in October 2019.
'Not a vote': SH2 speed limit review charges ahead despite submissions
Feedback opposing a proposed change of speed limits might not make much difference.
Teacher censured for doing students' work for them
After returning from sick leave Carel Human passed work "so far off the mark".
Bay Oval test match: 'We don't want a tie'
"Following on from the World Cup, which we try not to talk about, it's incredible".
Local Focus: Tauranga Pride Picnic to celebrate differences
Organising a Pride event in Tauranga is no picnic. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Bay of Plenty Cup: Teams confirmed for cup and plate comps
But they'll break next weekend for the Black Caps vs England Test match at Bay Oval.
Teuila Blakely's 'Sex and the City' memoirs
Actress Teuila Blakely plans to release a book on her single life.
One injured after three-car crash near Whakamārama
Police say crash occurred between Ainsworth Rd and Te Puna Quarry Rd.
'A very meaningful job': Getting to know the Māori Wardens
Wardens share why they joined, what they do and who they go above and beyond for.
Dawn Picken: Go ahead - chat up a stranger
Researchers say one way to boost mental health is to chat with someone you don't know.
74yo woman left in tears: Rest home wanted 122% price hike
A rest home resident prepared to move out of her room because of the charges.
Straight out of Kawerau: NZ Sevens' new recruit
The All Blacks Sevens' new signing was a late bloomer, but he is making up for lost time.
Monica Cantwell murder: When Mt Maunganui lost its innocence
It's been 30 years since Monica Cantwell was murdered on Mauao.
Summer's here! A rain-free weekend before downpours next week
Most of the northern and eastern coast of the North Island will enjoy a sunny weekend.
'Toxic' workplace: Manager hits out at DHB in scathing report
Unit 'negative, anxiety-provoking and a place where you just 'shut up and put up'.'
BOP Cricket: Developing the province's emerging talent
They may be young but there's plenty of experience in the ND development side.
Editorial: Auckland port move north looking likely
EDITORIAL: Report on Auckland port is stark and momentum is surely for weighing anchor.
Import-car shift to Northport would be huge costly mistake
Used-car import chief says Northport proposal has a cynical political motive.
'Disaster': Tauranga's $24m transport hub in limbo
The delayed CBD project is the latest in a series of council woes.
Another career milestone reached for Kaleb Trask
And he hopes to continue his professional career for many years to come.
He couldn't leave the house. Now he's a national award winner
"Every day was a huge struggle ... I was battling my own mind."