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'Flare up at 1am': Ten properties evacuated due to shelter belt fire
Crews are monitoring and mopping up hot spots this morning.
'The deal sucks': MPs seek Auditor-General inquiry into marine precinct sale
Tauranga City Council is investigating its sale of the precinct to a developer.
Village Radio ready to relocate rare record relics
Village Radio moves, relocating 20,000 records and vintage broadcasting equipment.
'Waste of money': Should more than $500k in unused rates have been refunded?
A majority in the community wanted the money back, but the council chose to reallocate it.
Why Tauranga's new mayor, councillors support industrial rates rises
Tauranga's industrial businesses are paying at least double in rates than residents.
Feedback sought on alcohol-free area in the Mount
The temporary alcohol-free area was first introduced in December 2018.
'Unsupported allegations': Tauranga mayor backs staff 'targeted' on social media
Social media comments about Tauranga City Council 'unfairly targeted council staff'.
Suspicious fire engulfs Parkvale garage
Firefighters have contained a suspicious Parkvale garage fire, no injuries are reported.
US election: View from the Bay of Plenty
US division intensifies as the 2024 election looms.
'Pretty meaty actions': Hopes for air quality push
Mount industrial businesses have agreed to lower their environmental impact. Is it enough?
New $300,000 city sculpture to be revealed
A 7m sculpture inspired by nature and Māori imagery will be unveiled in Tauranga's CBD.
Surf season starts smoothly, safety stressed
Lifeguards patrol beaches, promoting water safety as surf season begins.
Family grateful for ‘love, help and generosity’ after ‘devastating’ house fire
'We are so grateful to be part of such a compassionate and supportive community.'
Baypark Speedway season revs up
Daniel Thomas wins Baypark Speedway opener; Buckley claims first Midget victory
Tauranga marine precinct sale ‘unconscionable’, meeting told
The sale of Tauranga's marine precinct for $13.9m has angered fishing businesses.
Mother's Nightmare: Massive waterslide on water open for business
Colossal waterslide one of new features at attraction.
Labour Weekend BBQ tips: How to achieve slow cook perfection
The founding father of American-style barbecue in NZ gives tips.
‘Trail of broken promises’: $34m council land sale disappoints hapū
A Tauranga hapū wanted to build homes for its whanau but the land was sold to developers.
Man to run first marathon - blindfolded
Justin Weston is set to run the Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Marathon.
Pawprint launches petition to ban fireworks sales
Pawprint petition launched to ban fireworks, protecting animals from distress
Electric atmosphere helps Bay of Plenty Steamers progress
A sea of yellow and blue went ecstatic at the final whistle.
Steamers v Canterbury: Activities at today's event
Excitement builds at Tauranga Domain as Bay of Plenty prepare to face Canterbury.
Iconic hot pools' opening time causing 'disharmony' – petitioner
"You could say ‘well, go to another pool’, but those are ... very uniquely different."
The NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'
Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.
Petition against rainbow crossing 'nothing short of disgusting' - Pride advocate
Petition trying to stop a rainbow pedestrian crossing in Tauranga set to be presented.