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Financial struggles and funding cuts threaten grassroots rugby.
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NZ women earned a record payday following their maiden Twenty20 World Cup title.
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Hamiora Bennett is one of nine people, mostly Mongrel Mob members, accused of murder.
Several candidates lag on financial returns after Tauranga election
Several candidates still have not filed their expenses and donation returns.
Homeowners warned over potential flooding hot spots
More than $9 million has been budgeted for stormwater improvement in Whangamatā.
Childcare charity Best Start payments to rich-list founders rocket to $37m
Rich-lister family says doubled repayment levels "unlikely to be repeated".
Supermarket closure 'unbelievable', 'devastating' says shoppers
Woolworths NZ says the final day is yet to be finalised.
White Ferns win World Cup title in style
The women's team are on top of the world.
Emily Longley's murder: A father's fight for justice revealed
Emily Longley, 17, was found dead in her boyfriend's bedroom 13 years ago.
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'Best possible outcome': Burling reflects after uncertainty turns to celebration
'We really enjoyed the race ... and I think it was just picturesque Barcelona conditions.'
Electric atmosphere helps Bay of Plenty Steamers progress
A sea of yellow and blue went ecstatic at the final whistle.
'I’ve just signed my life away to that woman': Partner's plea for help after changing will
The alterations, made when he had dementia, meant less went to his three daughters.
'I will be forever sorry': Woman apologises after telling teen driver to run her partner over
Taku Paul was fatally run down during a fight with Ephron Ronaki about missing money.
Mike King brings message of hope for Tauranga youth
Mike King's Ride for Hope is happening in Tauranga on Saturday, October 27.
Bay of Plenty book maiden NPC final spot
Bay of Plenty scored 24 unanswered points to reach their first final.
Mix of verdicts in Tauranga rape trial for RSE workers
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'Big impact': What the return of cruise ships means for Tauranga
Local leaders welcome the economic prospects as the cruise season's first ship arrives.
Tourists causing headaches for Cathedral Cove track repair workers
International tourists have been turning up to the must-see destination to find it closed.
'I was afraid I'd murder my daughter’: Kiwis reveal what's really like to have OCD
Many sufferers can go undiagnosed for years and treatment in NZ is limited.
Twinkling lights and festive nights! Christmas Lights Trail entries open
Entries are now open for 2024’s Tremains Christmas Lights Trail.
Steamers v Canterbury: Activities at today's event
Excitement builds at Tauranga Domain as Bay of Plenty prepare to face Canterbury.
Murder-accused is 'Dorothy', not the 'Wicked Witch of the West’, defence tells jury
The jury got a taste of a classic fairy tale during Kiri Pini's defence closings today.
Mixed reaction as free period for alfresco dining fees extended
Tauranga City Council has extended the free outdoor dining period by six months.
Sold: Why this man bought a child's painting for $600
Rotorua's Child Cancer Foundation charity breakfast has raised $20,000.
Black Power enforcer with violent past wanted on 'multiple' warrants
His extensive criminal history includes torturing a former cellmate for two weeks
Edge of Glory: Shield heroes back Steamers to make history
Reflecting on the 2004 Shield win, past and present Steamers look ahead to the NPC semi.
'Life-changing': Mum can eat for first time in years after $250k surgery trip
'There was a time when I didn’t think I’d see my kids become teenagers.'
Letters: Alfresco dining charges ‘disgusting’
Opinion: Our readers have their say.
$25K lifeline for Rotorua conservation project
A $25,000 lifeline has been thrown to a hapū-led conservation project near Rotorua.
Mum who had surgery in Germany says the results have been amazing
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'They were not there to share drinks': Crown claims gang's deadly attack was retribution
The Crown has closed its case in the lengthy murder trial of nine Mongrel Mob members.
Iconic hot pools' opening time causing 'disharmony' – petitioner
"You could say ‘well, go to another pool’, but those are ... very uniquely different."