Funeral directors placed in liquidation owing $150,000
One creditor says the move is 'just and equitable'.
'Felt the truck slam into us': Samoan worker recalls fatal SH1 crash
The last thing Va'amailalo Sasi Neru remembers before he dozed off was his mates laughing.
After 50 years playcentre eyes fresh new future
Playcentre marks a significant milestone in continuing to support generations of families.
Dancing with g-forces above the Mount
Loops, turns, flips, spins - even zero gravity.
Letters to the editor: Concerning councillor decisions
Opinion: Our readers have their say.
The team trying to protect youngsters from sexual assault
Tauranga City rolls out child protection prevention programme We Can Keep Safe
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Harry and Kowhai the assistance dog
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Rescue helicopter takes off with injured paraglider
The paraglider was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after crashing on Mauao.
Council ‘got it wrong’ with controversial road closure, meeting told
More than $5 million in fines have been issued since the controversial closure.
'It was like slow motion': Brother recalls fatal strike during Mongrel Mob brawl
Thomas Te Kani said he immediately dropped to the ground to cover his brother.
Family sides with Tauranga man jailed for 11yrs after sexually abusing stepdaughter
'Sometimes I get messages from them saying they hate me,' said the 11-year-old.
Bay proud: Heroine's welcome home for sevens Olympic champions
Hundreds gathered at Blake Park to meet NZ's Black Ferns rugby sevens team.
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'I lie awake worrying about money': Middle-income Kiwis on the brink
They're okay, but only just - and not without sacrifices and side hustles.
'Magical place': The Mount homes worth millions - and why their owners won't sell
One was bought for $11,500. It's now worth more than $3 million.
'Reduced scale': $400m Mt Maunganui retirement village granted consent
Council reveals price paid for its former elder housing village site.
139 jobs lost as mussel processing plant in Tauranga set to close
The joint venture is 'unable to profitably process mussels in Tauranga'.
'Families are drowning': Tenants under pressure in NZ's priciest region for rents
'Landlords are trying to increase rents, but without the demand.'
Mount residents 'furious' at decision on high-rise rules
'If ... it was a normal democracy, there’s no way that that would get ruled in.'
Our community
Nagar Kirtan: A vibrant display of community spirit and culture
Sikh Parade draws 6000, with food stalls and a shorter route enhancing the experience.
Artificial surface will bring in the bowlers
Katikati Bowling Club had the official opening of the green with their first day of play.
Fireworks display faces skyrocketing cost increases
Rising transport costs have a lot to do with the need for a boost to the fireworks budget.
'Hefty amount of smoke': Garage fire spreads to house adjacent to school
Firefighter crews from Thames, Tapu, Pururi and Ngatea attended. No one was injured.
Exports and imports both down, trade deficit at $2.2 billion
Kiwifruit exports helped stop the trade deficit from souring.
Friday night farmers’ market continues
The market hours have changed to cater for workers.
Sport news
Sand art mural decorates Mount Main Beach for Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori
'Toi onepū [sand art] is the perfect medium to symbolise te reo Māori.'
First XV random awards: The best fans, strips, referees and more
Sacred Heart supporters shine in the 2024 First XV season's best moments and awards.
Sand art decorates Mount Main Beach
'This toi onepū (sand art)... is a powerful statement of resilience and pride.'
Business
Exports and imports both down, trade deficit at $2.2 billion
Kiwifruit exports helped stop the trade deficit from souring.
Kiwifruit exports set value record this year
Gold fruit export value up 24%.
Fonterra farmers will zero in on milk price in FY24 results this week
Plans for the sale of the consumer business are also in the market spotlight.
Lifestyle
Coromandel seafood festival celebrates local 'goodness'
Thousands converged on Whitianga over the weekend for a sample of the seafood.
Women's Lifestyle Expo comes to Tauranga
The Women's Lifestyle Expo is bringing 130 lifestyle brands together in Tauranga.
Explained: Why would Kmart expand in this tough retail environment?
Boss from across the Tasman explains the reasoning behind Kmart's expansion here.
Opinion
Opinion: The tax debate that won’t go away
OPINION: Capital gains tax debate resurfaces.
The youngsters who Razor should retain
Opinion: A few All Blacks debutants raised their hand high to coach Scott Robertson.
Rural news
Mark Cameron talks rural mental health on The Country
Mark Cameron, Levi Lanauze, Emma Higgins, Mary van Andel, Phil Duncan.
Wet Southland spring 'takes its toll' on farmers and their animals
Some parts of the region reporting twice the monthly average of rainfall.
Car news & advice
Ford's most powerful Mustang yet delivers 608kW, hits 325km/h
The track-ready GTD is the most powerful production Mustang ever.
Lotus Theory 1 concept previews brand's tech renaissance
The future of performance vehicles, according to Lotus.
Lexus LBX first drive: Relax, it's not just a Yaris Cross
Can a three-cylinder SUV based on a humble Toyota make a convincing luxury car?
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