'I did not want to rape her or anything:' Man accused of violating teen tells police
Raveen Saily says he believed the 16-year-old had consented to sex in the changing room.
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At least one taken to hospital, police appealing for witnesses
'Blue highway': Tauranga ferry service still on the cards
A ferry service between Mount Maunganui and Tauranga could be on the way in 2025.
Police investigating Tauranga online group arrest three men
The men face multiple charges.
'Sleeping with the fishes': New boat ramp fees canned
How much the council collected in two months - and what will be refunded.
Defence say teen made up rape allegations due to fear of parents
Girl says she was raped after a Snapchat meet-up turned sinister.
Police want footage of disorder at gathering in Tauranga
Police are investigating the incident on Cheyne Road.
Police name victim of fatal SH29 crash
The two-vehicle crash closed the highway for several hours.
Fluoride debate: Tauranga seeks extension to deadline
There was standing room only inside the council chambers.
'Ambitious plans': Uni seeks more student accommodation
The campus is expected to grow by about 500 students by 2028.
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'I've got a knife': Man said before allegedly raping teen in changing rooms
The 20-year-old had been messaging the 16-year-old on Snapchat before they met in person.
All Blacks Sevens star Leroy Carter joins Gallagher Chiefs on two-year deal
Carter, a World Rugby Sevens Player nominee, switches to Chiefs after Olympics quarter-fin
Tauranga MP moves his office into town
“I couldn’t be more proud to be located in the heart of our great city."
Rate cut sparks biggest rally in NZ shares in two years
OPINION: Federal Reserve expected to cut rates, potentially boosting market performance.
'Challenging': 4000-patient clinic has no permanent GP
Sometimes locums cannot be found so practices are running with 'insufficient GPs'.
Grandfather found dead in the Waikato River - family say police should have done more
Norman Hyslop's body was eventually found by a member of the public.
'Really sad': Mount market ending on Sunday after 15 years
The market is 'no longer viable' in its current form, but there are hopes for a new one.
Tauranga City Council to consider fluoridation directive
Tauranga’s new council must decide if work to fluoridate the city’s water should continue.
Tears as jury finds teen stepmum killed toddler Harlee-Rose
The Crown said Jessica Mulford was resentful about caring for 2-year-old Harlee-Rose.
'Good shot': Could this region get the first Govt deal?
Neighbouring councils are 'ready to go' on a proposal.
Median barrier work to cease on SH2
Residents have been protesting the barriers for several months.
Where the jobs are: Top region, industries looking for workers
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'Hybrid player': All Black Sevens star signs with Chiefs
The Waikato franchise has received a boost ahead of the 2025 season.
Music to our ears: 100-year-old Coreen is still on song
Tauranga choral legend celebrated turning 100 years with music at Bayswater.
Defence say dad's 'magic carpet ride' caused Waikato toddler's fatal injuries
But, the Crown says it was Harlee-Rose's stepmum who snapped and killed the 2-year-old.
Top dogs: Hard-working BoP hounds one paw closer to glory
Nearly 400 dogs nationwide were nominated for this year’s contest.
Flights resume after volcanic cloud billows from Whakaari/White Island
A column of ash has grown considerably in the air above Whakaari.
'Crippling costs': Iwi spends almost $100k in legal 'fight' to protect te reo
Iwi says its 'money is urgently needed elsewhere' but it will fight for te reo Māori.
'Unbelievable': Six dogs returned to home after 55 animals seized
Cats with 'big gashes' and dogs 'chained up on a short chain' have been seen at the home.
$164 million Cameron Rd upgrade fails to secure NZTA funding
Funding for the $164m Cameron Rd project in Tauranga has been declined by NZTA.
'Much needed' new radiology clinic opens in Tauranga
Bay cancer patients will be able to get scans locally.