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Tauranga Boys’ College board apologises, refunds ex-student $1k after Ombudsman's OIA ruling
The former student requested information relating to a teacher who propositioned him.
Police allege man who ran into harbour was evading arrest
The man has since been taken to hospital in a serious condition.
Had depression? Get headaches? Job-hunter 'gobsmacked' by 'invasive' application
The firm says the questions provide relevant information. Applicants don't have to answer.
Teen accused of stabbing girl at Bayfair enters plea in Youth Court
The incident left the victim with deep cuts to her abdomen.
Cracks appear in new $7m coastal pathway
Construction of the 4m-wide path began in April 2023 and it opened in December.
Local aids Brazil floods: 'It’s heartbreaking'
A Tauranga local who grew up in Porto Alegre is raising money for the South Brazil floods.
Sacked council: Who’s running again and why one hasn't had a haircut since 2020
One mayoral candidate says he has 'unfinished business'.
'I’ve done it for so long it’s part of me': 50 years as a JP
The octogenarian was 36 years old when he was nominated to serve.
What it take to be a fosterer: A couple's five decades of care
The octogenarians have been recognised for their selfless and tireless efforts.
'Reliant on locums': Region spends $8.6m on outsourced specialists in a year
'Higher rates' are paid to attract locums amid staff shortages, the union says.
'Fully involved' garage fire in Tauranga
Reports of a fire in Bethlehem came in around 12.45am.
Safety concerns for students on SH2 buses
'Seems crazy to me that we can have kids standing up on buses possibly going 80km/h.'
Rare condition: The 'scary' and 'surreal' moment 18-day-old turned blue
'I wouldn’t wish it on anybody,' says his mum.
Favourite La Crique faces crack field in $100k race
La Crique aims for a big win in Rotorua after missing NZ Breeders due to hoof issue.
'Soul-destroying': Nurses 'distraught' about hospital understaffing, says union
Data shows 1 in 4 Te Whatu Ora hospital shifts, on average, were understaffed in 2023.
Tauranga teen heading to Europe for MTB World Series
A Te Puna 17-year-old is one cog closer to achieving his dream.
'Kick in the guts': Tradies 'poaching' work from locals 'rife' amid slowdown
'A high volume of tradies [are] jumping in the ute and trying to grab some of the work'
'Defied the odds': Bay dancers head to worlds
Tauranga dance studio heading to The World of Dance Competition in LA.
'Incredibly generous': Farmer gifts 103ha with panoramic coastal views for regional park
The generous gift has been called a rarity and 'true legacy' for the Bay of Plenty.
Highly potent synthetic opioid found in second fake tablet
N-Desethyletonitazene has now been found in Tauranga, Drug Foundation offering free tests.
'Doesn’t make sense': BOP doctors speak out amid strikes
Junior doctors picketed outside hospitals this week.
Staff shortages force closures at Pathlab clinics
Closures were decided once all other options were exhausted, Pathlab says.
Fuelling change: End of era for long-running service station
Bittersweet atmosphere as loyal patrons called in one final time.
'Shocked and horrified': Pet owner fearful after second cat shot in area
'We fear the person responsible for these two shootings could strike again if not caught.'
Ria Hall’s documentary calls for support for Māori māmā
The goal is to revive the awa, their puhinui for birthing in future generations.
'Disengaged': Frustration for parents waiting for new school as lot stays empty
A dad says kids are stuck spending a 'stupid amount of time' on buses to get to school.
Teen mall stabbing accused in court - police allegations revealed
The victim of the alleged incident remains in hospital.
Tauranga subdivision needs $400m for roads. Who will pay for it?
Tauranga's council could face a 'substantive funding gap' for new roads.
Minister's decision on housing intensification rules 'rational and reasonable'
Greater housing density will go ahead in the high-growth areas of Ōmokoroa and Te Puke.
Dog latches on to pig's throat in public reserve, teens rush to help
Authorities are looking for the injured pig and advise people to avoid it.