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'Ugly': Residents slam Tauranga's proposed civic revamp

Some residents say a museum is important but others fear it could be a 'white elephant'.

'This is a Goldie': Portrait owner's quest for mystery chief

Andrew Doak believes famed artist Goldie painted this portrait of a Te Arawa koroua.

Thinking about a pay rise? Why now is a great time to ask

Employment experts give their tips on how to ask for a pay rise.

New interim tournament director for Zespri AIMS Games

It's the end of one era and the beginning of another for the games.

Letters: For whom the road tolls - not for thee, Wellington

Readers have their say.

Rawiri Waititi: Māori should be paid a pension from age 57

There is support and opposition to the idea to lower NZ Super eligibility for Māori.

Two brothers have the same condition. But only one can get $330k 'miracle' drug

One brother says it's a 'kick in the guts' knowing he could not get the drug.

Cost of 'lost democracy' adds to regional council's election bill

The regional council will be the only local authority holding an election in Tauranga.

Jo Raphael: Women exercising alone should not face safety threats

OPINION: Having your security threatened takes a long time to recover from.

'Said a prayer and set off': How these flatties fared on their marathon paddle

Mount men set off on a 12-hour paddle from Mayor Island to the Mount.

'More stability': Businesses relieved as vax pass requirement ends

Mandates that left one gym owner with a 'sense of nervousness' will be lifted.

'Horrified': Owner in shock after kitten shot

Owner says pet's bone was 'completely shattered' by the bullet.

'Opportunists': Gib board selling for 'exorbitant' prices online in shortage

Trade Me: Average sale price in plasterboard category up 412% from October to March.

Latest Covid hospitalisations, cases and deaths revealed

There are nearly 700 people throughout New Zealand with the virus in hospital.

Mowers, chainsaws and a cold beer: The surprising ways high-powered bosses unwind

Leaders reveal their best tonics for workplace stress.

Bay Lotto winners have nearly 25,000 reasons to celebrate

Ten tickets won second division on Saturday.