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'Won't let them down': Tauranga byelection winner announced
Hemi Rolleston looks set to fill the seat vacated by his nephew due to illness.
Tauranga's $13.98m Marine Precinct sale goes through after court ruling
It comes two weeks after a judge dismissed an interim injunction that halted the sale.
'Stretched' health system 'getting quietly worse' - striking anaesthetist
He says he works 'well in excess' of his contract and the hospital faces staff shortages.
'A new heart': Doco charts city from fraught history to $306m civic development
Tauranga City Council paid almost $200,000 to produce the three-part series.
'Will never forgive you': Family inconsolable after cyclist killed by truck driver
Jessica Moser's family has been left 'destroyed' by her death in 2022.
'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.
'Frankly despicable': Judge condemns vigilante actions
Patrick Moloney, 19, admitted to assault and harmful communication charges.
Crane barge removal under way after capsizing at Tauranga marina
The barge capsized on March 31 in Tauranga Bridge Marina.
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.
Motorists back to 100km/h speed limit on SH30 Whakatāne-Rotorua
A widower has mixed feelings about the change after losing his wife in a 2019 crash.
One injured after car hits tree in Pyes Pā
One vehicle has crashed and the road remains open.
New bus stop bays open in Tauranga
Six new bus stop bays opened today in Tauranga’s city centre.
'Extremely concerning': Liquor stores caught selling booze to minors
Five liquor stores in and around Tauranga have been caught selling booze to minors.
Power outages reported around Tauranga
Power cuts hit 43 properties in Papamoa this morning.
From music to markets: Top events in the Bay of Plenty this season
From Tauranga to Rotorua, discover upcoming events in the Bay of Plenty region.
Tauranga sailor Tom Saunders claims silver in France
Tom Saunders took home a silver medal in the ILCA 7 at the French Olympic.
'Huge step forward': New rural 'community base' for Pāpāmoa
Its mission is to 'serve the community' for recreational and educational purposes.
Tauranga marks 161st anniversary of Battle of Gate Pā with special service
The service marks 161 years since the Battle of Pukehinahina-Gate Pā.
College 'acted unreasonably' in handling historical sexual abuse complaint - Ombudsman
Ex-Tauranga Boys' College student said his teacher asked him to perform bondage on him.
66-year-old runner returns to compete in iconic mountain event
Janet Baird, 66, is training for her first Mauao King & Queen of the Mountain.
'Beautiful buildings': College undergoes major transformation
A $47m redevelopment was announced in 2018 for 57 teaching spaces.
'Kiwi dream': Designer's unique holiday home hits the big screen
Fifteen years has been dedicated to the design and build of The Chodge in South Waikato.
'Far-reaching and devastating': Meth use has surged in this part of NZ as prices drop
Police attribute increased drug use to greater availability and lower prices.
Second-straight second-half surge powers Chiefs past Western Force
Clayton McMillan’s side continue to set the pace in Super Rugby Pacific.
Some like it hot - chilli champ faces Tauranga spice showdown
The Tauranga event starts at noon, with the chilli eating contest at 4pm.
'Very moving day': Anzac services across the Bay honour sacrifice
The Mount Maunganui cenotaph drew a large crowd for the 2025 Anzac dawn service.