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'Dad may not come home again': One year on, family's fears for missing man

One year on, there is still no sign of the Tauranga man who vanished.

Teen cyclist killed in crash 'would do anything you asked of him and more'

Shocked teacher recalls a 'young person with a lot of life ahead of him'.

Resolution in sight for 'insulting' newsletter

A councillor says he will withdraw his complaint to the Race Relations Commissioner.

Motorbike crash at busy Cameron Rd intersection

The crash happened shortly after 1.30pm.

Roadworks: Expect delays between Katikati and Tauranga

Resurfacing work took place overnight.

Police seeking vehicle involved in crash with cyclist

The car did not remain at the scene of the crash.

Zoe Hunter: Let locals entertain you! Why we should support community theatre

OPINION: Zoe Hunter says bums on theatre seats are more important than ever.

'Sorry': BayLink costs swell to $262m with another year's delay

'We really do empathise with the local business owners and residents.'

'The arts are thriving': Community theatre makes a comeback after Covid

Theatre presidents are reporting sold-out shows and full 2021 calendars.

Resurfacing work to begin on State Highway 29

The passing lane will be closed for the entirety of the work.

Two people remain in hospital after three-car crash

One person remains in critical condition.

Kyle Smith faces huge challenge in Tauranga Half defence

The Tauranga Half has attracted one of its most competitive fields yet.

Father in hospital after 'brutal' bashing while he tried to protect his kids

Police are appealing for any information about the attack in Papamoa on Sunday.

Police name Cambridge teenager as Sandhurst Drive crash victim

The 14-year-old died after a crash between a cyclist and truck.

Dawn Picken: Is Martin Luther King jnr's dream still alive?

OPINION: King's dream is not dead, but it does appear to be on life support.

Local Focus: On patrol with the harbourmaster

'We still get people going out without lifejackets.' Made with funding from NZ On Air.