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SH2 barriers could impede escape in tsunami - resident
The transport agency has spent $164 million on safety improvements.
Te Puke photographer captures Aurora Australis
Photographer Jessica Barnes has captured Aurora Australis from her backyard in Te Puke.
Mayor says Govt water plan ‘significant step forward’
Mahé Drysdale weighs in on the Government's new water plans.
Failed transport hub: Tauranga council appeals High Court decision over costs
The council awaits trial in bid to recoup millions of dollars on site it sold for $1.
Threatened bird dies in dog attack in Rotorua
Rotorua and Taupō are the main strongholds for dabchicks.
New camera keeping an eye on Whakaari/White Island
The camera looks west giving another view of the volcano.
‘Exasperated’: Tauranga ferry decision delayed
'We need to have this vision for Tauranga as a harbour city, not just a port city.'
Only re-elected member of sacked council pleased to 'keep championing the cause'
The Pāpāmoa ward councillor is the only one from the 2019 council to be re-elected.
'Our job is to engage': Drysdale disappointed at Tauranga turnout
Only 38.7% of voters cast a ballot in Tauranga's first council election for five years.
Two critically injured in Western Bay crash
Police said a passenger in the vehicle was ejected during the crash.
SH2 protests: Median barriers to be re-examined by NZTA
Residents have held several protests along SH2 against the barriers in recent months.
Final election results show Mahé Drysdale strokes ahead in mayoral race
The final voter turnout rate was 38.7% after all special votes were processed.
Tauranga’s first Māori ward councillor in hospital
The newly elected councillor is undergoing treatment, says Mayor-elect Mahé Drysdale.
Mahé's our mayor: Hard work just starting for former Olympian
The double Olympic champion says his mayoralty will be about positivity and collaboration.
Ex-Olympic rower Mahé Drysdale set to become Tauranga’s mayor
Progress results are out for the Tauranga local body election.
Ex-addict says roadside drug testing wouldn't have stopped him – but NZ should still do it
During his time on drugs, he drove high 'every day' and wrote off about six vehicles.
What last-minute voters need to know about Tauranga's election
Turnout is lagging, with less than 24 hours to go.
Preliminary results in for two local byelections
The byelections were prompted due to a death and resignations.
Reviving a city’s heart: Tauranga’s commissioners on their big wins
The trials and triumphs of the commission's time in Tauranga.
Parking camera trial for BoP towns
New roving parking cameras being trialled in the Western Bay of Plenty.
Graffiti-clad former store in Pongakawa to go
The building has been used as a backdrop for many a photo.
Taller buildings risk Mount’s ’boutique character’ – locals
Locals disappointed the iconic status of their beach suburb wasn’t 'fiercely protected'.
Crash causing traffic delays on SH29A
Google’s live traffic reporting showed delays in the area.
Tauranga mayoral candidates size up Govt's new housing rules
Mayoral hopefuls give their views on how the changes fit with the growing city's needs.
Another protest against SH2 barriers planned
Rain or shine, SH2 residents north of Tauranga are ready to protest once again.
'Long delays' after crash on SH2 at Wairoa Bridge cleared
The two-vehicle accident was reported about 4pm.
NZ Post services to return to Pāpāmoa
Bay of Plenty MP Tom Rutherford says the closure had 'left a huge gap in our community'.
'Determined to own': How low-income renters could buy a home in pricey region
Shared-ownership scheme offers chance to buy 60% stake in a first home, with a 5% deposit.
Median barriers: Residents protest on SH2
SH2 residents are protesting after NZTA's decision to resume works for median barriers.
'Outgrown our facilities': Tauranga netball on the move
The move was given the green light at a special general meeting.
'Significant mana': Hapū wants slip-damaged road to remain closed
Slips damaged Te Puna Station Rd in October 2022.
No U turn on No Right Turns: SH2 barrier works going ahead
SH2 residents have been vocal about their thoughts about SH2 median barrier installation.