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Merle Cave
Weekend Sun editor
Bay of Plenty

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‘A lot of reminiscing’: Iconic choir’s final reunion in Tauranga

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The choir performed for Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, in Wellington.

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Twinkling lights and festive nights! Christmas Lights Trail entries open

18 Oct 03:30 PM

Entries are now open for 2024’s Tremains Christmas Lights Trail.

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Liam Fisher and his mates showed off the Ag Beam Lifter at Fieldays this year.

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177k miles: Dawn's marvellous mini still sparkles

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Street View: Do locals want Mount ferry service?
Bay of Plenty Times

Street View: Do locals want Mount ferry service?

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The ferries would run from downtown Mount Maunganui to Tauranga city centre.

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The Sun moves to NZME building

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