Latest from Mt Maunganui

'People are more confident ... they're supporting music and we're thankful'

Artists and music industry excited to get back to work.

Tauranga woman raises more than $7000 for Cancer Society

Debra McNeil was aiming for a total of 198km. She obliterated that goal.

Woman rewarded for 95 years of passion in music

The Tauranga woman was awarded a Queen Service Medal for service to choral music.

Jo Dawkins' love for Te Puna Quarry: 'It's a magical place for kids'

Pamela Josephine Nicol Dawkins, known as Jo, has been appointed a MNZM.

Reshuffles, controversy, unity: How Muller's first week went down

He's enjoyed his first week in the job and is confident of winning the election.

'Most New Zealanders are unemployed but they don't know it yet'

Todd Muller joins Apata's Kaimai shed yearbook.

Local Focus: Kiwis rediscovering the joys of campgrounds

Big turnout expected for Queen's Birthday weekend. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

School pupils, whānau resilient after eight weeks at home

Teacher Sandy Bornholdt said "it wasn't 'just in case' learning it was 'just in time'".

Budget underwhelms family of seven

Covid-19 "devastating" to tourism couple's livelihood.

Hospitality industry: 'Why can't we be trusted to open?'

Why some bars will open this week and some won't.

Investment in waste management, permaculture helps everyone

Budget 2020 will be delivered on Thursday - but what do locals want?

Lanes to close this week with Baylink roadworks

There will be lane closures and reduced speed in the areas of work.

Businesses eager to get trading in level 2

But are members of the public ready to be out and about in the community.

Businesses are fighting for survival and are desperate for relief

Massive business support is being sought from government.

Local Focus: Pubs prepare for level 2

Not a party but pub owners want their 'family' back. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Pubs prepare for level 2

Not a party but landlords want their 'family' back. Made with funding from NZ On Air.