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'It's scary': Ukraine-Russia war fuels pain at pump

Transport businesses feel they have "no choice" but to pass on the cost.

Bella Vista Homes developer, engineer appeal convictions

Lawyer describes original judge's reason for finding guilt as 'sweeping and denigrating'.

'Huge pressure': Hospital at 93 per cent capacity as Omicron surges

But the Health Minister says he is 'confident' hospitals were prepared for the outbreak.

Teachers isolating: Two colleges move senior students to online learning

Otūmoetai College's principal believes all students will return to classrooms next week.

Council urged not to repeat mistakes in new development

Tauriko West is a proposed large scale urban development on the edge of Tauranga.

Bay man's attempt to reconnect with Ukrainian fiancée

Tauranga man's desperate efforts to reunite with his fiancée in Ukraine.

Homecoming: Kiwis excited to be back on New Zealand soil

One couple have been stranded in Australia for a year despite seven attempts to return.

'It's time to hang up my trousers': Murray Watts Mansworld in Tauranga CBD closes

Murray Watts Mansworld closes on March 1.

Five deaths, record 12,011 new cases - nearly double yesterday; 237 in hospital

Of the 12,011 new cases, 3807 were detected via PCR tests and 8223 were by using RATs.

Customers wash dishes as 12 of 16 cafe staff self-isolate

All but four of the Tauranga cafe's are self-isolating.

Phase 3 in the Bay: What you need to know about RATs and close contacts

RATs should be available to buy at retail outlets from next month, Chris Hipkins says.

Covid-19, ports and protests - Grant Robertson visits Tauranga

The Deputy PM fronts questions about Covid-19, vital infrastructure and the Bay's future.

Meet Flick, the little fire truck that could be yours

The origins of Flick are unknown but whoever left it at the station has a kind heart.

Premium debate: Tauranga's $300m civic rebuild proposal

OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.

Zizi Sparks: How is teaching not a critical service?

Opinion: Teachers deserve to have access to rapid testing.

'When can we return to normal?': Local MPs, residents on easing of vaccine mandates

Jacinda Ardern said Covid restrictions could start easing as early as next month.