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The Doctors Bayfair opens new 'purpose-built' medical practice
The new space allows staff to better support the needs of the 'rapidly growing' community.

Protesters tell council to 'stop the spend' as they face 12% rates hike
About 250 people attended a rally in Tauranga on Sunday.

'Won the battle': How a community pool could be saved from closure
Tauranga City Council will review options for the Ōtūmoetai Pool in June.

On The Up: The 'iconic' Mount Maunganui building getting 'a makeover'
'I would love something to go in here that is an asset to the town ... '

The end of an era: Hillier Centre closes after decades of community service
The closure has prompted several organisations to relocate.

'Just not sustainable': Rally planned to protest 12% rates increase
Organisers say the proposed 12% rates increase is unsustainable.

Tauranga Mayor finally buys home in city - why he isn't moving in yet
Mahé Drysdale's new home in Pāpāmoa is rented out for now.

‘Addicted to spending’: Ratepayers fight ‘wicked’ 12% rates rise
The mayor says the council has already found millions of dollars in savings.

Battle of the Bridge: Who took the honours?
Barry Leabourn's report on week seven of the BOPRU senior club rugby season on Saturday.

On The Up: 'A powerhouse' - looking back at 40 years of Bayfair
It has grown from 27 stores to more than 140 stores and restaurants.

Inside a council's new offices – and why it's paying $91.9m to lease, not own
Chief executive says owning and managing such a building is not 'core business'.

New councillor aims to prove value of Māori ward
Hemi Rolleston won the byelection with 543 votes, filling the seat his nephew couldn't.

Op shop boss in tears over rubbish, human waste dumped at door
Paying for clean-up means less money for the community.

'Our children need help': Principals back Kirwan's mental health initiative
The former All Black aims to reach 600 schools with Mitey this year.

'Real problems': Expansion of paid parking worries businesses
Business owners fear more paid parking will deter customers and burden staff.

'Won't let them down': Tauranga byelection winner announced
Hemi Rolleston looks set to fill the seat vacated by his nephew due to illness.

'Dirty cash grab': Councillor blasts congestion charging proposal
Councillors concerned about impact of congestion charges on residents' stretched finances.

Uncle leads byelection race to become Māori ward councillor
Hemi Rolleston looks set to fill the seat vacated by his nephew due to illness.

Rugby player in ICU after serious head clash on Anzac Day
The rugby community has rallied, offering immense support to Joey Ah-Sui's family.

Second-straight second-half surge powers Chiefs past Western Force
Clayton McMillan’s side continue to set the pace in Super Rugby Pacific.

‘Disgusting’: Cow guts dumped by beach highway
A cyclist found the cattle remains near Te Ahiaua Reserve on Tuesday morning.