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Delays expected following Whakamarama crash

The crash was reported at 7am.

'Don't feel safe': Tauranga residents petition for removal of homeless

Foul language, mess, and intimidation are reasons residents say they want homeless gone.

Five Lotto second division players from across the region

One winner was also lucky enough to win Powerball second division.

Tauranga's Olivia Rogers fighting to be hired on The Apprentice

Hitting screens tonight, the first season boasts a $50,000 prize Rogers likes the look of.

'A different level of love': Mums share the best and hardest parts of parenting

"I just hope she is happy, healthy and loved."

New councillor looking forward to challenge

Man of the community to become man of the district.

Local builder wins marathon two years in a row

Michael Voss, 24, won the 57th Rotorua Marathon - 5 minutes a head of second place.

'You're judged all the time': Mongrel Mob member graduates

Mongrel Mob member never thought he would walk across a graduation stage, but he did.

Double murder trial: Girlfriend tells of hearing gunshots

The girlfriend of one of the Ōmanawa shooting victims has given evidence about his death.

Local Focus: Katikati Station – two years in the making

Tauranga Model Railway Club looks for a permanent home. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Car crashes into lake again at notorious spot

The accident was reported at 8.34am.

Toddler's murderer must serve at least 17 years behind bars

A Tauranga man has been given a life prison term for the murder of a 17-month-old girl.

Golfers raise $24,000 for youth development

The money raised will go towards youth development within the Pāpāmoa district.

One person dead after being hit by train

The incident happened about 5.30am.

New council bins leave some less than impressed

Some people plan to keep paying for a private pick-up, on top of the rates-funded one.

Nancy Langton: A life spent inspiring others

Nancy Langton, who touched many lives, died after a battle with ovarian cancer.