Costly deception: Man’s crime spree with former bosses’ fuel cards, accounts
Judge: He took advantage of the kindness of a former employer and then stole from them.
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QV figures: How much has your home lost since the market peak?
We can't say 'peak to trough' because we don't yet know if we have hit rock bottom.
‘Heartbroken’: Police ID biker killed in crash
Police have released name of man who died in Parkvale, Tauranga on December 24.
'Doggedness:' the key to record drug busts: Inside Customs operations
It's not every day that Customs finds 725kg of concealed cocaine... but it does happen.
E-motorcycle firm collapse: Anxious customers, Crown agency owed $400k
Can the electric biker maker still go postal? Crown agency owed $400,000.
Berry and Moody win Tauranga Half
Jack Moody and Hannah Berry defended their Tauranga Half titles.
Historic warbirds dazzle at Classic Flyers Aero Day event
Texan, Spitfire, and Mustang inspire crowds at Classic Flyers Aero Day.
'No other venue capable': How a 'cherished' cricket oval nabbed a Super Rugby match
Oval game shows need for rectangular stadium, says one of the region's biggest rugby fans.
Mark Lister: Why 2024 proved the need for global investment
OPINION: NZ investors are urged to diversify globally after local returns lagged in 2024.
Young A&P entrants in for clucking good time
A 10-year-old Tauranga boy is fast becoming an expert in chickens.
"It's like rugby on wheels": Bay athletes selected for Team NZ Roller Derby World Cup
Athletes from Tauranga, Rotorua, and Whakatāne have been named in Team NZ Roller Derby.
Tauranga-based e-motorcycle maker Ubco tipped into receivership, ex-boss fires shots
All staff terminated as bad year for tech continues.
'She had all of her life to live': Parents fight for 'justice' after 15yo dies in crash
'He’s destroyed our lives.'
'Eagle-eyed' CCTV watchers in two cities help cops catch wanted youths
Police and councils co-ordinate to track vehicles fleeing crime scenes.
Impressive air and ground display at Classic Flyers Aero Day
The Classic Flyers Aero Day promises to be action packed this weekend.
SH29 at Lower Kaimāī reopens after serious crash injures three
One person was critically injured.
Bay veterans have 'fallen through the cracks'
Organisations team up to find the Bay veterans falling through the cracks.
'I talk about it in my sleep': 100-year-old gardener still digging life
Gardening is one of her two tips for a long life.
Serious crash leaves two critically injured, blocks SH2 near Waihī
The crash happened 10km south of the town just after 8pm.
SH2 commuters frustrated by 'terrible' traffic – but pragmatic
'Eventually, we’ll have a roundabout', one resident said.
‘You stole his childhood’: Teen hitchhiker followed to playground and sexually preyed upon
The judge had 'never seen anyone less remorseful' than the offender.
Western Bay of Plenty’s historic sites mapped on website
'Grassroots' resource connects community to heritage.
Grassroots effort brings shade to Pāpāmoa Park
The project came after a group of mothers raised concerns about the lack of shade.
Chiefs return to Tauranga for cricket ground clash
The Chiefs are heading to play there on Anzac Day.
'I don’t have a mum': Girl was disowned after revealing her stepdad’s sexual abuse
The girl's mother chose to stand by her partner, who was jailed for 11 years.
'Don't let it stop you': Professional basketballer's health battle
'There are people who care for you and will still want you to succeed.'
'Opportunities for whānau': Iwi celebrates new affordable homes in Tauranga
Seven new homes blessed in Tauranga, marking a milestone for Ngāti Ranginui.
Body found, believed to be missing Tauranga man
Jarrad Ormsby was last seen in Hamilton on December 19.
More than 22 trees vandalised and removed in one year
More than 22 trees were damaged so badly over a year they had to be removed.
ADHD: The regions where assessments are 'a lot faster' than in other places
A support organisation says it's important to diagnose and treat ADHD 'before it spirals'.
'Lifesaving efforts': Charity to send 10 more ambulances to Ukraine
'It will increase our evacuation and hospital transportation capability significantly.'
School breakfast volunteers ‘ooze care and aroha’ for tamariki
'It’s so rewarding knowing you’re helping make a difference in the children’s lives.'
Illegal dumping: The items pulled from Tauranga's harbour
Illegal dumping harms environment, burdens Tauranga ratepayers financially.
The hobby that became an artform: The magic of model railway
'You would not want a 5-year-old playing with this.'