'She had all of her life to live': Parents fight for 'justice' after 15yo dies in crash
'He’s destroyed our lives.'
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'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.'
The NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'
Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.
'So grateful': Student receives scholarships to go to India and Japan
'I never ever thought I would get anything like this before.'
Traffic incidents, roadworks cause major delays on SH2
People are advised to avoid using SH2, between Tauranga and Katikati this afternoon.
Iwi leader explains why no rāhui issued after Pilot Bay death
A person was pulled from the water unresponsive on Thursday.
Scientist's warning to swimmers after BoP shark sightings
Safeswim posted red flag warnings at BoP beaches on Thursday.
'Not everyone pays attention': Fake NZTA toll scam circulating
A toll fee scam targets Tauranga residents via text message.
Record-breaking donations for foodbank as high demand continues into New Year
The Christmas Appeal has ended, raising a record-breaking amount for the foodbank.
'Super dangerous': Former MP witnesses truck overtaking in wrong lane
'I would've thought the driver’s best option was to have braked.'
Mount Maunganui beach evacuated by two-metre shark
It is the latest in a flurry of shark sightings across NZ beaches this summer.
Water death: Person pulled unresponsive from Pilot Bay
Emergency services were notified just before 8.20am.
'I want to know he’s okay': Sister of man missing three weeks speaks out
His sister said the last contact was Jarrad calling their father on December 18.
Watch: Truck’s 'shocking' overtaking on Kaimāī Range prompts investigations
'Pretty bloody scary,' said one comment.