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Matariki Magic: Fun for all in celebration

There is a range of events on throughout Tauranga to enjoy and celebrate this Matariki.

Retailers' 'frantic' holiday weekend shows good signs post-Covid

Visitation numbers and an increased average spend are all good signs, say retailers.

Job perks on offer as market heats up

Employers are offering more perks to get skilled workers.

Letters: It isn't wrong to want the same advantages

OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.

Jo Raphael: We're a humble lot but we should be proud

OPINION: Our Queen's Birthday Honours recipients deserve to be proud.

Kiwi on the back doorstep thanks to Ken and Sue Laurent

The couple have been appointed members of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

$500,000 Lotto ticket sold in Tauranga: Could it be you?

The winning ticket was sold for Saturday night's draw

Heavy rain, wind warnings: Holiday weekend set to get wet for many

A deepening low is set to dampen our long weekend spirits.

An 'exceptional' business leader moves on

Profit is not a dirty word, says this champion of the mixed ownership business model.

Seeka announces expansion for 2022; Pukenga development delayed

The total investment is forecast to be $20 million.

National 'dodged a very big bullet' with Jake Bezzant scandal, Collins believes

National Party selection processes need to be more robust, says leader.

Mount gains leafier look as range of native trees planted

Mature pōhutukawa, tōtara, tītoki and Norfolk pines have been planted along the main road.

Sacked Whakatāne Hospice worker temporarily reinstated

A Hospice Eastern BOP social worker and counsellor has her role reinstated.

'Racism at its worst': Petition faces backlash

Māori Authority chair and race relations commissioner hit out over Bay of Plenty petition.

Willie Jackson: Government can plant economic recovery seed in the Māori tourism industry

Opinion: Sure there are going to be sceptics but you have to start somewhere.

'The world went black': Runner goes into cardiac arrest during marathon

Young mother's life saved by first responders at Hawke's Bay Marathon.