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Council urged not to repeat mistakes in new development

Tauriko West is a proposed large scale urban development on the edge of Tauranga.

Bay man's attempt to reconnect with Ukrainian fiancée

Tauranga man's desperate efforts to reunite with his fiancée in Ukraine.

Leaders and structure behind the proposed Civic Precinct project revealed

Commissioner stresses the need for accountability.

Thieves target Tauranga school speakers leaving thousands of dollars of damage

A Tauranga school has had its speakers stolen three times in the last few years.

Homecoming: Kiwis excited to be back on New Zealand soil

One couple have been stranded in Australia for a year despite seven attempts to return.

'It's time to hang up my trousers': Murray Watts Mansworld in Tauranga CBD closes

Murray Watts Mansworld closes on March 1.

Rodney Wood's three from three at Baypark

Baypark super stock drivers in Bays of Thunder 1, 2, 3

'Incredibly distressing': How to stay mentally healthy during a Covid outbreak

Solutions, tips and tricks were provided and were key to looking after one another.

'We're out of options': Rental crisis hits families as rents up, supply down

To protect themselves, landlords are only taking on people with a perfect history.

'I cannot stop crying': Papamoa mother fears for son in Ukraine

'He asked me not to panic. He said he is strong and not afraid of the invasion.'

Premium debate: Subscribers have a say on police numbers

Premium subscribers have their say.

Customers wash dishes as 12 of 16 cafe staff self-isolate

All but four of the Tauranga cafe's are self-isolating.

Phase 3 in the Bay: What you need to know about RATs and close contacts

RATs should be available to buy at retail outlets from next month, Chris Hipkins says.

Covid-19, ports and protests - Grant Robertson visits Tauranga

The Deputy PM fronts questions about Covid-19, vital infrastructure and the Bay's future.

Meet Flick, the little fire truck that could be yours

The origins of Flick are unknown but whoever left it at the station has a kind heart.

Covid 19: Tauranga college moves online due to staff shortage

Tauranga Girls College makes big changes due to Omicron staffing shortages.