'Most terrifying thing': Boy breaks neck in 'horrific' diving accident
Whanāu says the keen sailor who dreams of becoming an All Black faces a long recovery.
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Real-life experiences in native bush
A one-day school has been introduced for children who are not students at the school.
Council urged not to ‘kill’ Historic Village with rent increases
About 50 people packed council chambers.
Cupid's cash! Local romantic splashing out on wife after big win
“When all four numbers lined up, I couldn’t believe it."
11m-wide tomo: SH29A to close two nights this week for repair work
The cause of the large opening in the ground has also been revealed.
‘Overwhelming' resistance: Residents want city to trim $4.75b budget
The city needs that money to fund proposed projects over 10 years.
Child killer fights murder sentence, says meth addiction should have been considered
Two-year-old Nevaeh was found face-down in water with two large rocks on top of her.
Man's last words after being stabbed for allegedly testifying against gang boss
The crown says Eli Johnson paid the ultimate price for testifying against the Mongrel Mob.
Calls to axe proposed Tauranga stadium continue
”Let’s call the community stadium what it is: a second regional rugby stadium.”
Rich praise for UCI BMX Racing World Cup round in Rotorua
The BMX World Cup event in Rotorua was lauded by officials and the riding community.
11m wide tomo: SH29A to close two nights this week for repair work
Totara St was expected to reopen today.
'Significant risk': GP practice could have to reduce services due to pay equity claim
'If the funder does not act on this urgently, we are likely to need to restructure.'
Sacked worker demanded $100m of money, gold bullion after refusing to get Covid vaccine
The ERA found he had been 'doctor shopping' for a medical exemption for the Covid vaccine.
'Short-sighted': Why an expert believes the disposable vape ban is not working
$10 vapes are still on the market - only now they have an added feature.
Check your tickets: Tauranga Lotto punter $700k richer
A Tauranga Lotto punter won $700,000 with lucky Lotto strike ticket.
Tauranga residents urged to work from home for two days due to ‘severe congestion’
Motorists can expect major delays due to repairs on SH29A near Oropi
'Tough call': About 40 Warehouse staff to find new roles as central site closes
"Our main focus right now is making sure they’re taken care of." - Warehouse boss.
Three-metre cavity closes part of Tauranga state highway
A failed stormwater drain is thought to blame for the hole.
When Kane Williamson made a century batting at No 8: Tales from his first coach
'That’s just the mark of the boy back then at the age of 12 - and nothing’s changed.'
Deemed too risky: ‘Crucial’ housing plans delayed 10 years
The housing development is expected to offer homes for 15,500 people.
'Catastrophic': Motorists livid over traffic delays on major state highway
'Man on crutches was walking faster than the traffic.'
Bella Vista saga: Review finds evacuated home was not dangerous as deemed by council
But the council says it made the right decision at the time.
'Significant' toll: Ram-raiders leave staff reeling after smashing into liquor store
Alcohol worth more than $10,000 was stolen and the damage was extensive.
Man sentenced for 'slashing' victim during burglary at Indian restaurant
The defendant stated he did not remember doing any of the actions he committed.
'Seen in 30 minutes': New 'hybrid' medical clinic opens in Pāpāmoa
'It was just about seeing someone ... and not having to wait for a GP to be available.'
Opinion: Where to from Waitangi with a kete full of hope?
OPINION: How do we harness hope and share it with those who need it most?
'Literally Dying': Blake Pavey on his new comedy show and living with cystic fibrosis
'It’s not really punching up or down, it’s more punching myself in the face.'
'Cannot pay': Charity could close if council's fee hike plan goes ahead
Men’s Shed says it can’t afford council plans to introduce ‘fairer’ fees.
'Grooving jazz festival': Thousands set to attend annual music event
About 700 musicians including youth performers will attend the festival in Tauranga.
18yo arrested in relation to Bayfair robbery, search for others continue
Police were called to a robbery at a store on Girven Rd around 3pm on January 27.
Busy Phillips shows Black Caps' succession planning on track
Edging Australia will require exactly the type of Phillips verve, writes Andrew Alderson.
History in sight for dominant Black Caps
New Zealand broke down a stubborn South Africa to seal a crushing win in the first test.
Black Caps finish off Proteas' tail to claim big win
All the action from day four at Bay Oval as the Black Caps chase a big test victory.
They gave her a new liver as a baby - 30 years later she's racing 243km to celebrate
'Despite everything I’ve been through with my health, look how far I’ve come.'