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What's in the Budget for you - student loan borrowers pay more; Best Start payments cut
Follow live updates on the Government's Budget 2025 announcements here.
Tauranga Council may cut 100+ roles to save costs, says deputy mayor
Jen Scoular says the council wants to make sure it delivers better value for ratepayers.
Why the Government's $200m gas move marks a major shift in energy policy
Meanwhile, Greenpeace has described it as a 'Scorched Earth Budget'.
You have 5 weeks as clock ticks on max KiwiSaver Govt top-up. And soon you'll need to pay more
What KiwiSaver changes mean as you and your employer pay more, and the Govt pays less.
PM says Budget ‘backs growth’, Labour claims KiwiSaver cuts make workers up to $66k worse off
'National backs growth and I’m telling you, Labour wants to tax it,' the PM said today.
Budget 2025: Every budget item in one interactive
Use the Herald interactive to explore Budget 2025.
Budget breakdown: The 10 things you need to know
From pay equity savings, to subsidising private schools, to KiwiSaver changes.
$20k triumph: How Taniwha Chasers captivated judges at portrait awards
An Ōpōtiki local's photograph Taniwha Chasers was chosen from 41 finalists.
'Surpassed a significant milestone': Zespri hits $5b in kiwifruit sales
Zespri sold a record 220.9 million trays, up from 164.2 million in 2023-24.
NZ teens ditch smartphones for 'brick' phones
A 2025 survey found 95% of New Zealanders aged 15+ use social media.
'Incredible mahi': BOP export awards finalists revealed
Finalists named in this year’s awards encompass a broad range of businesses.
'Traffic volumes increasing': Major road upgrade set for Tauriko
Work on Taurikura Drive starts May 26, 2025, lasting up to 12 months.
'Fragmentation': 140,000-patient GP network to leave regional funders
'We think that is the best way to be able to rapidly increase funding for the front line.'
Former school teacher and Navy officer take another crack at 100km charity run
Friends plan to cover the distance at Piha and Pāpāmoa beaches respectively this week.
Crash clears on SH2, traffic still backed up
Traffic is backed up on SH2 after a crash at 2.10pm.
'Rapid rate': US demand grows for Kiwi beverage product
Wai Mānuka launched in Citarella Gourmet Market's seven New York locations.
Tami Neilson joins Tauranga Arts Festival lineup with new tour
Her new album, Neon Cowgirl, is set for release in July.
'Challenging times': Social workers see spike in meth, mental health issues
'We’re trying ... but at times it feels like we are chasing our tails.'
The Doctors Bayfair opens new 'purpose-built' medical practice
The new space allows staff to better support the needs of the 'rapidly growing' community.
'A privilege to get old': Why a 79yo retiree volunteers for St John
'If I just sat at home in front of the TV, well, I wouldn’t see a soul.'
Protesters tell council to 'stop the spend' as they face 12% rates hike
About 250 people attended a rally in Tauranga on Sunday.
Harbour project scrapped after millions spent
The boat harbour project was cancelled due to rising costs and soil issues.
'Won the battle': How a community pool could be saved from closure
Tauranga City Council will review options for the Ōtūmoetai Pool in June.
Salvage divers face wind, waves and sharks - sunken launch recovered
Salvage divers used air lift bags to raise the vessel, working in choppy conditions.
Man says he walked into a room to see his fiancee being raped
'It's not what it looks like,' the man accused of rape allegedly told her fiance.
'Pushing really hard': MP backs Pāpāmoa for new 24/7 urgent care clinic
The PM has announced Tauranga will gain a new 24/7 urgent healthcare service by 2026.
On The Up: The 'iconic' Mount Maunganui building getting 'a makeover'
'I would love something to go in here that is an asset to the town ... '
Key All Black re-signs with Chiefs, NZ Rugby until 2027
He was named World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year last November.
'Cap in hand': Mayor pushes for second bridge for town
The proposal highlights strain on the 1962 Landing Rd Bridge.
The end of an era: Hillier Centre closes after decades of community service
The closure has prompted several organisations to relocate.
Digger strikes gas main in Greerton
A digger hit a gas pipe at 11.25am on Maleme St in Greerton.
'Wet clothes for days': Charity calls for winter aid in Tauranga
Under the Stars provides free meals and essentials on Thursdays and Saturdays.
Teen campaigner to deliver letters to Luxon by bike
Fifteen-year-old Jack plans to bike to Wellington for Māori wards awareness.