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Party like the public service: What councils did for Christmas
Some opted for a Kiwi classic.
'Sincere thanks': Huge amount raised during Christmas appeal
It's been a pleasant surprise for the foodbank as people battle a cost-of-living crisis.
It's okay to say 'no' this Christmas
OPINION: Putting on a happy face for family and friends can feel like a mammoth task.
'Alarm bells': Legal action threatened over slope hazard maps
The council says the updated maps are valid and more accurate.
Pāpāmoa water: Top health official says no cases linked to drinking supply
Water is deemed safe but some locals have linked it to them getting sick.
Weekend and Christmas Day weather for region
North Island will be under a moist and humid northerly air flow.
Becoming a ‘grown-up city’: Your guide to Tauranga CBD's $1.5b transformation
'People will walk around thinking this is great. They will be proud of this.'
Port of Tauranga makes generous foodbank donation
"We want to do whatever we can to help".
'People go nuts for them': Berry growers ready for a busy summer season
'It’s looking like it’s going to be a great summer.'
'We’re bummed': Local shows impacted by Sublime with Rome postponements
The band is set to part ways next year.
Scrub fire in sand dunes at Mount Maunganui
Emergency services were called around 11.40am.
'A culture of giving': Tech business makes big donation to foodbank
Business owner says donations positively impact staff and create “culture of giving".
Christmas Appeal: Community garden helps stock foodbank
About 24 banana boxes a week of fresh produce are donated to the foodbank.
Bay of Plenty roadworks: A summer holiday guide
Contractors will pause work from midday tomorrow through to 8am on January 8.
‘Tummy issues’ as up to 20,000 taste 'dirt' in water from new $197m plant
Council says the water is 'safe to drink' and there's no public health issue.
He's willing to pay $30k for cancer treatment - but he has to go to Aussie for it
'It’s the best option ... I didn’t want to have to wear a nappy for the rest of my life.'
1000+ jobs 'terminated' - Deloitte on 11-office national labour hire business
ELE - global recruiter went overseas, particularly the Philippines, to fill jobs here.
'Families feel so much pressure to buy': How to do Christmas on a budget
With finances tight, many families may need to approach festivities differently.
‘Good as an airport runway’: 48 patches later, there's hope a pothole plague is over
It’s taken three years, seven complaints, 48 patch-up jobs and an apology to happen.
Mini golf owner ‘couldn’t be happier’ after Memorial Park decision
He believes 'overwhelming' community support for the business must have helped.
SH30 collision: Two die in region's third fatal crash in three days
Three other people were badly injured in Monday's Te Ngae Rd/State Highway 30 crash.
'Massive relief': Children to get free consults at city medical clinic
It comes as a funding agreement was reached between Te Whatu Ora and the PHO.
Boogie boarder 'battling': Veteran Mount lifeguard rescues two
Hundreds flocked to Bay beaches this weekend.
One person killed in Tauranga crash, second person 'critical' in hospital
The crash happened shortly before 12.50pm on Saturday.
Sharemarket well-positioned for 2024 after stronger-than-expected year - Mark Lister
OPINION: Our market is heavily weighted to defensive businesses that pay dividends.
Dog owner bitten by man after elderly border collie mauled
Molly has had two surgeries and may need more after her throat was 'ripped open'.
'Final push' for foodbank appeal as more people seek help
The Christmas Appeal is at the end of its fifth week.
Making a splash: An expert's guide to doing the perfect bomb/manu
Those judged as having the best manu could head to the world championships.
'A good day': Grieving mum welcomes crossing safety improvements
Changes made after schoolgirl fatally struck by train this year.
'Large gang presence’: Extra police for two gang funerals in Whakatāne
Locals are asked to expect delays while gang farewells members.
Business donates nearly $14K to Bay of Plenty foodbanks
Foodbanks are “at the coalface of the cost-of-living crisis".