Latest from Mt Maunganui
'Knew he was gone': Truck driver describes cyclist he'd hit lying on ground
A judge says the truck driver wasn't at fault, as the road markings lacked clarity.
Rates hike approved amid protest: How much more you'll pay
About 60 people protested the increase, calling for a 0% rates rise.
'Staff taking the hit': Workload worries as council slashes jobs
Tauranga City Council is cutting 98 jobs to save $12.3 million and reduce rates.
'We won't be funding it': Roads for 8000-home development debated
The development in Te Tumu is set to house 15,500 people when completed.
What's in store from $1.4m+ changes at popular Mount Maunganui reserve
Tauranga council plans $400,000 pathway, cave barrier works then $1m+ playground upgrade.
Speedway deal: Proposal to sell Baypark stand for $1, extend lease
The council is mulling plans to extend speedway operations at Baypark until 2039.
On The Up: 'Desire to innovate' - Kiwi fitness app wins global prize for Harry Potter challenges
Plus: Tauranga gin distillery's big UK win and Pāpāmoa skincare start-up's Goop deal.
Lotto: Mount Maunganui player wins over $30k in Lotto Second Division
Powerball has rolled over to Wednesday night, when the jackpot will be $17 million.
How the first Tauranga AI Business Summit is helping Mount college students
Expert presenters donate their time to help give Mount kids 'incredible' opportunities.
Armed police responding to gun report seize toy
Armed police were called to a carpark near Mount Maunganui beach on Saturday.
Tauranga council cuts $9.85m in costs to shave 2.1% off rates rise
Recycling bins in public spaces are among services cut to achieve this.
'Amazing community asset': Pool saved from closure with $5.71m boost
The Ōtūmoetai Pool will remain open and receive funding for upgrades.
'Huge impact': Subdivision residents concerned about traffic from development
About 200 homes are planned, with access through Rowesdale Drive in Ōhauiti.
'Woefully inadequate': Sportsground has six toilets for 4000 people
A request for funding to ease toilet troubles at netball courts prompts debate.
He thought his back pain was just him 'getting old'. Instead, he had cancer
Pāpāmoa father Blair Harrison now has a curve in his spine and is 5cm shorter.
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.
Prevention pays off: Lifeguards make waves with fewer rescues
There were just 29 rescues at Bay beaches this summer.
Three-year flood map legal dispute ends in 'win' for landowners
Landowners can override council maps with a 'simple' stormwater assessment.
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.