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Emergency services to converge on Coromandel for training event.
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City to Surf: Entries open for Bay's biggest fun run and walk
The race takes in some of Tauranga's most iconic scenery.
'I can’t remember': Rape complainant's memory under scrutiny in seasonal workers' trial
After struggling to piece together night's events, woman says she knows she said 'no'.
Two injured in Paengaroa crash
A vehicle has hit a fence or bank on Te Puke Highway.
Fishery lobbyists and Fisheries NZ tangle over Coromandel dredging survey
Fisheries New Zealand says they will only be dredging 0.01% of the scallop beds.
'Not a choice': 2.8% of Tauranga people experience homelessness
Rough sleeping is what most people think of when it comes to homelessness.
Tauranga council projects spurned for fast-tracking
Tauranga City Council is disappointed that its fast-track applications have been declined
Gymnast with Olympic dreams has just one thing holding her back
Azaria Tai is 8 years old and excelled in her first competitive season.
Bad vibrations: Raised crossing ripped out, levelled after shaking complaints
Locals say council spending on the project has been wasteful.
Find out what's on in the Bay of Plenty
From Tauranga to Rotorua, discover upcoming events in the Bay of Plenty region.
'A future for us here': How young city professionals can shift their mindset
OPINION: Three tips for finding positivity and purpose when you choose to stay in NZ.
Body found after car plunges into Waioeka River near Ōpōtiki
A search was successful after river conditions improved.
Police seize LSD, cocaine, meth and $800k cash in crime syndicate bust
Police said today’s arrests follow months of painstaking investigation.
Consent reforms needed to fix 'overkill' system – builder
Changes to the building consent system are welcomed as it is currently arduous.
Work to commence on Tairua to Pāuanui trail after consent granted
A long-awaited trail connecting the towns has gained resource consent.
'Sprawling' waterfront estate with panoramic views hits the market
The secluded Te Puna Point estate is on 3.6ha of land overlooking Tauranga Harbour.
History-making Steamers immortalised in doco
Bay of Plenty's greatest rugby triumph is to be commemorated in film.
Emergency management roadmap due early next year
The roadmap will precede new emergency management legislation.
Zespri pushes hard to sell second plan for offshore kiwifruit growing expansion
The global marketer says overseas growers deliver significant benefits back home.
Residents say solar farm changes a 'threat' to rural lifestyle
Putiki Rd residents who agreed to a solar farm in 2021 are having second thoughts.
Stan Walker’s ‘priceless’ taonga missing after festival - have you seen it?
Rings, necklaces, whale bones, and greenstones were among the missing taonga.
'I got out, and I ran': Woman allegedly raped by RSE workers escapes out window
She claims they raped her in separate rooms of a property housing seasonal workers.
'Getting her home asap': Family update after NZ woman reported missing in Bali
The woman's family said they became worried after she failed to meet up with her partner.
Kiri Allan reveals new pūhoro ta moko
The ta moko is the work of Northland artist Anikaaro Harawira.
Te Puke’s Heritage Plaza to get a vibrant makeover with new design
Heritage Plaza makeover includes free Wi-Fi, more seating and native plantings.
Grey nomads: Plea to attract mobile spenders
Grey nomads make up the biggest number of motorhome owners in the country says a local.
Freedom campers: 'Don't palm them off' on us, say locals
Several councillors indicated their wish to remove the dump site from Edgecumbe Domain.
Road naming decision finally made after five years
The name did not reflect the culture or natural features of the area, a councillor says.
Battle of the Bays ahead for Steamers in quarter-finals
The Bay of Plenty Steamers are primed for an exciting home quarter-final this Saturday.
Chief medical officer jobs under review
Four small health regions could lose medical officer roles.
Kiwis dazzled by Aurora Australis as far north as Tauranga
People were given a rare glimpse into the mechanics of the sun after the solar storm.
'Loss of emotional control': Jilted lover set ex's home on fire
Judge Lawson: The intentional damage shows a pattern of behaviour towards former partners.
Waioeka River: Person still missing
The police are still monitoring river conditions following a serious crash in Waioeka.