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'Extremely concerning': Liquor stores caught selling booze to minors
Five liquor stores in and around Tauranga have been caught selling booze to minors.

'Golden opportunity': 56ha of 'prime farmland' rezoned, approved for development
More than 450 homes could be built on the land.

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

Why early eastbound off-ramp opening is a game-changer for Pāpāmoa
The interchange will relieve pressure on existing routes and shorten travel times.

'Life has just stopped': 'Forgotten five' battle council over slip damage
Owners of three homes have not been able to return since they were evacuated in 2022.

'Phenomenal' outcome: Five community boards to remain in Western Bay
The Local Government Commission overruled the proposed reduction.

Council signs $91m, 15-year lease for new office building
It is also putting about $33.5 million into the interior fit-out of the building.

A 'spectacular display': Yatton Park set to be filled with daffodils
The Cancer Society initiative aims to raise funds for its 'crucial' services.

‘Unfair’: Mount businesses struggle with proposed street dining fees
Businesses say the plan is 'flawed' and 'bizarre' at a time when eateries are hard-hit.

‘Real win for Tauranga’: Bay Oval to host Black Caps series against old foe
The Tauranga Mayor expects 'significant economic benefits'.

‘I wanted to know why I didn’t see them:’ Rider returned to scene where he hit pedestrians
The motorcyclist believes the pedestrian crossing was dangerous.

Council’s debt ceiling raised
Tauranga's borrowing limit has been increased to 3.5 times annual revenue.

On The Up: The business estate still in hot demand after 20 years
In the past year, $70m worth of building consents have been issued for the development.

Tauranga Māori ward by-election: What voters need to know
Voting opens today in the Te Awanui Ward by-election for Tauranga council.

Tauranga byelection: Q&As with the five candidates
Voting for Tauranga's new Māori ward councillor begins on Monday.

Strokes of inspiration? Mayors Mahé and James hit the water
Households could save up to $5000 if councils collaborate on water services.

Tree removal marks start of restoration at historic site
The project aims to stabilise the site by strengthening the redoubt banks.

Big changes for art gallery and its supporters
Renovations are part of the $306m Te Manawataki o Te Papa project.

Tauranga, we want to hear from you
We must invest in our future. But keep it affordable today

Residents upset over proposed 5G tower near homes
Residents say they received little communication about the 5G tower.

‘We will make better decisions’: Mayor on iwi council appointments
A pōwhiri was held for the three tangata whenua representatives.