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Whakaari/White Island owners appeal conviction
Whakaari Management Limited is challenging its conviction at Auckland High Court.
Family grateful for ‘love, help and generosity’ after ‘devastating’ house fire
'We are so grateful to be part of such a compassionate and supportive community.'
'A lottery': Non-profits struggle for money as one forced to close
'We’ve always run on such an oily rag ... now families won’t get our service.'
Baypark Speedway season revs up
Daniel Thomas wins Baypark Speedway opener; Buckley claims first Midget victory
New supermarket opening to start off $1b town centre project
Located within Golden Sands, the new town centre will be a significant commercial hub.
Mark Lister: Comparing shares and property
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Steamers ‘did us proud’ despite NPC loss to Wellington
Close, but so far away after the Steamers push the Lions to extra time in the NPC final.
Tauranga marine precinct sale ‘unconscionable’, meeting told
The sale of Tauranga's marine precinct for $13.9m has angered fishing businesses.
'A miracle from God': Survivor of triple-fatal SH1 truck crash marks 21st birthday
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NPC final: Savea rampages as Wellington seize extra-timevictory
The capital celebrates after the Lions' NPC victory over the Steamers.
Best bangers! Bay snarlers snare top sausage gongs
Butchers from the Bay of Plenty region were among the best.
Mother's Nightmare: Massive waterslide on water open for business
Colossal waterslide one of new features at attraction.
Standing on the shoulders of giants
75 Squadron reunites two decades after disbanding.
'If they cut me open, I’d be blue and gold inside': Historic day for Steamers fans
BOP Steamers face Wellington at Sky Stadium at 3.05pm on October 26 for NPC final
Into the Lions' den: Backing Steamers for final challenge
EDITORIAL: We have every confidence the boys in blue and gold will be crowned champions.
Labour Weekend BBQ tips: How to achieve slow cook perfection
The founding father of American-style barbecue in NZ gives tips.
Port of Tauranga FY25 net profit forecast to improve
Import and export volumes improve after sharp drop this time last year.
‘Trail of broken promises’: $34m council land sale disappoints hapū
A Tauranga hapū wanted to build homes for its whanau but the land was sold to developers.
Maketū Spit event highlights at-risk bird species, offers boat rides
Join Mows for Breakfast with the Gulls, see nesting birds and enjoy a barbecue breakfast.
Fires, crashes and stuck budgies: Brigade to share stories at 25th celebration
Greerton volunteer firefighters have done it all in their brigade’s 25 years of service.
Letters to the editor: Can we afford a stadium?
OPINION: Our readers have their say.
Man to run first marathon - blindfolded
Justin Weston is set to run the Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Marathon.
Man appears in court over hunter's death
Sean Kavanagh appeared in the Rotorua District Court today.
Pawprint launches petition to ban fireworks sales
Pawprint petition launched to ban fireworks, protecting animals from distress
'Hopefully we can get it done': Steamers captain prepares for NPC final
Ahead of the NPC final, Steamers captain Kurt Eklund shared his rugby journey.
'I was begging them': Man with broken neck went home fed up after ED wait
"They just didn't take my concerns seriously," Urlich reflects on his ordeal.
Houses and jobs: Major new project to build 300 homes
At least 307 new dwellings are expected to be built on the land.
More Māori getting on property ladder on Māori land
'Any solutions to combat the housing crisis were welcome.'
Police send Mongrel Mob a clear message
Investigation stopped a marae drive-by shooting in Ōpōtiki.
Bars hope boost from Steamers' win 'bodes well' for long weekend
Steamers' historic run underlines support from some for a new stadium in central Tauranga.
Major police probe prevents tangi shooting and attempted murder of rival gang member
Police seized illegal drugs and firearms and restrained assets worth $800k.
Council to review controversial road closure on 7th Ave
The council will look at options for 7th Ave, which became a cul-de-sac last May.
'Something out of CSI Miami': Lawyer says man accused of murder wasn't even there
Hamiora Bennett is one of nine people, mostly Mongrel Mob members, accused of murder.