Whitianga waterfront project now up for discussion
New wharf, recreational and commercial fishing facilities form part of the proposal.
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Tauranga waterfront’s new playground is opening - and Santa’s invited
There will be food, fun and games - and a jolly man in a red suit.
Investigation ongoing into burglary that left resident seriously injured, dog dead
Three men arrested after an aggravated burglary that injured man, killed dog.
Kiwifruit exports again sweeten merchandise trade, help reduce deficit
Exports to all the biggest markets up last month, as new data reveals star performers.
Students 'in tears': Proposal to axe 'invaluable' apprenticeship
The Waipā campus in Rotorua is 'the only facility of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere'.
Opinion: Beware, not all mortgage rate drops will follow OCR cuts
OPINION: Mark Lister warns: 'Not all rates will fall equally' despite recent OCR cuts.
Deadly boat capsize shows importance of sandbar crossing safety - Coroner
An experienced boatie died when his boat capsized on Tairua bar in January 2022.
Celebrations under way at Tauranga Diwali Festival
The Tauranga Diwali Festival is running until 8pm tonight.
Two fatal crashes in BoP and Waikato
Two people have died and others are injured following two crashes on Saturday.
Thomas races to more Baypark success
Elias Dykstra wins second round of Super Stock series in tight competition.
‘Excruciating fight’: Out-of-court settlement for family bereaved by White Island tragedy
With their lives shattered in the event, the family can now rebuild after the settlement.
Shark expert on fatal attack and the summer ahead: 'Society has come a long way since Jaws'
This summer will be critical to discover if the sharks have started returning.
Five injured in two-vehicle crash on State Highway 2 near Ōpōtiki
Three fire trucks have been dispatched to the scene.
'You’re trusting them': Family speak out after home failed to properly care for dementia patient
Audrey Wilson had repeated falls, a fractured arm and sepsis. She died in hospital.
Marine precinct sale stopped after interim injunction granted
The council has also been served with judicial review proceedings.
Rotorua teen prostitution ring: Five men admit being customers
Details have been revealed about five men caught up in an underage prostitution ring.
'Tragic that it’s still needed': How demand for this service has changed in 33 years
'It used to be very much income-based ... that's changed.'
'The All Blacks‘ most under-appreciated player’ – The career of Sam Cane
Sam Cane – 'the All Blacks‘ most under-appreciated player'.
Solar farm, terminal extension: Airport plan sets out ambitious future
The airport is built on land confiscated by the Crown in 1866.
Community boards facing axe
Western Bay of Plenty District could have fewer councillors to vote for next election.
'He's a beast': 15yo Kiwi runner sets world-best time
Tauranga teenager beats 3000m world record for 15-year-olds.
'Destined to be a teacher'
A teacher who spent 45 years at two Katikati schools passed away this month.
Liquor stores caught selling to minors
A tavern operating without a duty manager also found in breach.
A day at the foodbank: 'A lot of fun, a lot of problem-solving, and a lot of kindness'
What our reporter learned from spending a day volunteering with a vital community service.
Watch: Gang president's patch seized under new insignia ban
Armed police stood guard as the patched members were led out in handcuffs.
'We absolutely love it': The couple taking drivers on the 'ultimate' US road trip
The couple spend five months a year in America running their business.
Letters to the editor: Greenfield site better option for new pool complex
Opinion: Our readers have their say.
Dad describes evacuation as 'intense' wildfire threatened homes
Firefighters remain at the scene two days later dealing with flare-ups.
National's Stanford allegedly calls Labour's Tinetti a 'stupid bitch'
Stanford apologises: Labour says she has a habit of making similar comments.
'Feel the wairua': $300k sculpture by Rotorua artist unveiled in Tauranga CBD
A 7-tonne sculpture by a has been unveiled in Tauranga's Red Square.
Pāpāmoa bodybuilder wins world championship
A college dance teacher and dean has become the 2024 ICN Fitness World Champ.
Woman allegedly four times over booze limit caught speeding at school pick-up time
The 42-year-old was clocked driving 30km over the speed limit, police say.
Fashion show raises $32k for teen's cancer treatment trial
'What an incredible community' says mum as Te Puke show funds Brennan's treatment.