Latest from Bay of Plenty

The 'unethical' tradie practice that's 'rife' in New Zealand

Some companies are "bypassing the significant training commitment".

Jo Raphael: Paws for thought - why dogs are better than cats

OPINION: Dogs are as attached to us as we are to them.

Basketball: Rising star and the unclear pathway to going pro

Rotorua Boys' High School student Elijah Fonotia dreams of making it big in the NBA.

How NZ is helping the China Women's Sevens team chase its Olympic dream

Why we could be responsible if China's women's sevens team makes the Olympics.

Thunderstorm watch issued for Bay of Plenty

The watch is in place from 10pm on Sunday until 5am tomorrow.

Business digest: Holland Beckett promotes three partners

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Removal of mountain memorial to slain backpacker discussed

Monica Cantwell was killed on November 20, 1989, a week into a short visit to New Zealand.

'I just love jazz': Downtown Carnival delights at Tauranga National Jazz Festival

'Jazz has been a great part of my life.'

'We just love music': Jazz lovers soak up sun and sounds at Tauranga’s Historic Village

“As soon as someone gets up to dance, it is contagious.”

Zespri's unauthorised planting headache grows in China

Smuggled variety means NZ industry leaders will head to China to investigate.

Thousands of state homes sit empty, maintenance budget up $410m

State homes are being brought to Healthy Homes standards - but some are empty.

'Finally': International students are back - and it's worth millions

“The families are looking to share our Korean culture ... and make life-long friendships"

Easter traffic: Delays in Tauranga after crash on State Highway 29A

The cars collided just after 3pm.

Nine Mitchell Te Kani murder accused heading to trial

Nine people are now charged with murdering Tauranga man

'Essential safety work' finishes: Kawerau WINZ office to re-open six weeks early

The service centre in closed suddenly on March 27 for seismic work.

Horse and rider to compete in world cup in 'pinch yourself' moment

Phillip Steiner is New Zealand's first representative in eight years.