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Burling heads to UN to fight for oceans

Sailing legend on a mission to advocate why our oceans need protection.

Award-winning Kaimai beekeepers compete in global contest

Kaimai Range Honey business owners are set to take on the world in a global competition.

Jo Raphael: Political cracks widening on gun control in the US

OPINION: Cracks are widening in the US political landscape over gun violence.

'Life-changing': How music and a dog are helping those on the autism spectrum

Two Pāpāmoa mothers share what life is like for their children being 'non-verbal'.

Sonya Bateson: Rainbow Youth centre fire: Hate brings out the love in others

OPINION: Fire is a dark cloud over the LGBTQ+ community's continuing fight for acceptance.

Pride protest at Bethlehem College over its gender and marriage stance

The school has recently come under fire for its views on gender and marriage.

Seven injured in four-vehicle crash on SH2

The crash at Te Puna was reported just before 3pm.

A former meth addict's inspiring story of recovery has touched our readers

OPINION: Premium subscribers weigh in on the issues.

Gyrocopter crash reported to Civil Aviation Authority

Emergency services were called to the crash at 10.40am on Wednesday.

Powerball riches! Lotto winner scoops $12 million

Wednesday night's winner is the ninth Powerball multi-millionaire of 2022.

Council restarts planting on Pāpāmoa stormwater reserve

Planting of the reserve is back underway, despite resident's concerns.

Jack's back! And so is the jazz festival: 97yo takes the stage

"I believe the jazz festival is very good for the community, and for the businesses."

Zizi Sparks: Councils should consult openly and often

Opinion: Bring communities along on the journey to give them ownership.

Tauranga murder accused named but co-defendant keeps identity secret

Two people charged with 51-year-old Michael Te Kani's murder have appeared in court.

'Convenient' and 'accessible': New immunisation hub opens in Tauranga

The hub will be open seven days a week and is open to everyone.

'Clear and compelling case' for ferry service, but it could cost $17m

A business leader says in his view the study makes "no new progress".