'Perfect sense': $147m hotel and conference centre poised for CBD
The council says the project could be worth $58.8m in benefits to the city.
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Katikati gets jazzed up with street party
The small town is the start-point for the Jazz Festival.
Government forced to confront multiple Waitangi Tribunal claims across all kaupapa
The tribunal agrees te reo policies must be tested.
Whakaari: Island's owners say they have no insurance to fund victims' reparations
Twenty-two people died and 25 others were injured when the island erupted in 2019.
New firefighting recruits needed
The month of March provides opportunities to look into becoming a volunteer firefighter.
'A disgrace': Pensioner in her 70s has days left to find a new rental
'I have never seen it this bad for old people,' says desperate daughter.
Controversial road-pricing project scrapped after public backlash
The idea to toll many main arterial routes was labelled “ludicrous” and "unfair".
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Highway closed after crash involving truck
Police were called to the crash about 11.44am.
A friendly visit
Western Bay of Plenty Friendship Force recently hosted visitors from Tucson, Arizona.
Response from our readers after mystery farmer helps to bale grass
Thank you to the hay baler, says Te Puna residents.
Baywide Cricket: Te Puke and Pāpāmoa tie
Te Puke now sit alone at the top of the Baywide standings
Boat sinks in Tauranga estuary
The boat is submerged next to the jetty on Chapel St.
200 arrests in six months: How this CBD is turning the tide on crime
'We feel well supported. In the past, we felt that no one even cared.'
Whakaari/White Island: Tour company cannot afford $517k fine, likely to close
Twenty-two people died and 25 others were injured when the island erupted in 2019.
What the US presidential election could mean for the markets
OPINION: The US economy can perform well under governments of all shapes.
Superstar spotting: Why Aquaman was soaking up Rotorua's hospitality
The superstar spent a night soaking in Rotorua's hot pools before having drinks at a bar.
How a plant-based diet changed this woman's life
Plus tips how to make the switch simple and sustainable.
Sonya Bateson: The kind of 'free ride' we should give jobseekers
OPINION: The 'free ride' for beneficiaries is over, according to PM.
'Ugliest thing in the world': Anti-aircraft gun at RSA village cops flak from residents
'I can’t see how it can be a fitting memorial given those who have died because of it.'
'Bittersweet': Brother of killed Whakaari guide speaks out after verdict
'No matter what way you look at it, it doesn’t bring anybody home.'
Cathedral Cove walking tracks to reopen before next summer
DoC announced the first steps needed to restore walking access.
Stricter air quality rules coming for Mount Maunganui after court ruling
The Environment Court began processing appeals in 2020.
'Significant delays' expected on SH2 as overnight works carried out
A section of State Highway 2 will have one-hour traffic holds overnight next week.
Whakaari eruptions victims awarded more than $10m in reparations
Twenty-two people died in the eruption and 25 others were injured in 2019.
Why this candidate poured $27k into a campaign he expected to lose
Bay of Plenty's Taupō Wahed says he has no regrets.
Hot topics quiz: Where was Joe Exotic aka Tiger King’s GW Zoo based?
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Convicted killer and rapist accuses sister of keeping his payment for being abused in state care
Convicted double murderer Leon Wilson says sister is withholding a $25k payout from him.
Controversial road closure leads to $5m in fines
Since the cul-de-sac was created in March 2022, 34,299 fines have been issued.
How a man who murdered his wife could serve less than two years in prison
'There are some cases where you’ve got complete sympathy.'
'Cinderella Man' story: Darryl Takerei to take on Liam Messam in Taranaki
Darryl Takerei will make his professional boxing debut against the former AB.
All Mauao tracks to close while sculptures installed
Weighing around two tonnes each, the sculptures will be installed via helicopter.