'Cruel and heartless': $52k annual tax on 'miracle drug' slammed
'We will do anything to keep our boy alive but ... detest having to pay tax to do so.'
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State highway chaos: 'Massive' pothole takes out convoy of cars
Bay of Plenty police blamed poor road conditions and issued a warning.
Rain brings play to a halt during second round of Carrus Tauranga Open
The competition will resume tomorrow.
'Great experience and mana': New District Commander starts in the Bay of Plenty
Superintendent Tim Anderson has outlined his key priorities.
Picnic tables and a gym: New pop-up park in Gate Pā
There are also free one-hour fitness sessions on offer.
'Inadequate': Pathlab temporarily closes two clinics in the Bay
The disruption is likely to continue for the rest of the year.
'Very special': Tennis teen looking forward to playing in front of home crowd
The EVES Open – World Tennis Tour: Tauranga will be held from December 18-24.
Police release update on Rotorua homicide, ask for dashcam footage
Korrey Whyman was shot and killed early last Sunday.
Micheal Bell to perform his favourite pieces
Michael Bell. Organist, pianist, and composer will perform his favourite pieces.
Cabin stolen from Tauranga property - police
Police hope to recover the cabin and return it to its owner.
'Rest in power': Tributes flow after popular Kiwi DJ dies from brain bleed
Friends, family and fans are mourning the loss of the Kiwi drum and bass pioneer.
Therapy can be fun: Art therapists share tips and tricks for looking after your mental health
"We use metaphors but it's all about the meaning behind the picture."
Fishing season has kicked off
Fishing is recognised internationally for its positive impact on mental health.
Full of beans: Jeremy's back selling coffee at Tauranga Hospital
The 48-year-old was asked to leave the hospital grounds in late January.
'Utterly devastated': Popular Kiwi DJ dies after brain bleed
Auckland's drum 'n' bass legend Jay Monds was loved by many.
'Very wet few days': Heavy rain watch upgraded to warning for Bay of Plenty
Wet weather set to continue into the weekend.
100 join waitlist for unopened medical centre in Pāpāmoa
"The growth rate in Pāpāmoa is huge so this will really help to serve the community."
'Her babies are left with no mamma': Highway gunfire and mystery of shot woman in car
Family and friends of Korrey Whyman from Kawerau are grieving her loss.
Public transport 20pc push labelled 'just plain wrong' despite approval
Plan to push 20 per cent of car commuters on to public transport within 10 years.
Crown appeals teen rapist's home detention sentence
An appeal has been filed despite the Crown earlier defending its position on the sentence.
Misery ends for maunga: Hill south of Tauranga officially changes name
The announcement follows public consultation.
School holiday forecast: Rain, wind and snow as winter returns for term break
MetService warns the heaviest rain is likely to affect Auckland and Coromandel.
Why is Katikati so safe?
Work of voluntary groups but also Katikati's smaller population helps to keep crime down.
Luke Kirkness: Decision to end school consent and healthy relationships programme wrong
OPINION: Sexual harm is a major issue in young people's lives.
Thames teen volunteers on African hospital ship
Riva Gunn from Thames was preparing for the adventure of a lifetime on a Mercy ship.
Bridge maintenance at night for four weeks
Hikuai River Bridge will be closed to traffic From Tuesday 25 October at 8 pm to 5 am.
More art planned for Hauraki Rail Trail
Two art installations have been showcased in Thames.
Lifeguard buoyed by national recognition
"Good buggers" behind Boyd Harris make it easy for him to do the mahi.
Push to shift 20pc of commuters from cars to public transport in 10 years
BOPRC will decide today whether to adopt a regional transport plan with an ambitious goal.
Te Puna rally driver Jordan Grant hoping for swift run at championship
Jordan Grant has been hooked on going sideways on gravel for years.
'Superb': Tauranga, Mount and Ōmokoroa ferry service begins
More than 100 return tickets for the ferry were sold on its first day in operation.
Man who allegedly threatened to kill PM on the run six months after arrest
Sivell was released on bail after an initial court appearance in March.
'Who said romance is dead': Cabinet Minister's and radio presenter's airport engagement
A 'very on-brand proposal' was announced in an Instagram post.
Starting a new business in the pandemic - two years on
'I don't think we really gave much thought to the bigger impact this pandemic would have'