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Bella Vista trial: 'Unacceptable risk' to people's lives, court told
"I was unsurprised the council had issued a stop-work [notice]."
'We're being generous': Marae sets deadline for heavy industry retreat
'If it is not good enough for your children, then it is not good enough for ours.'
Olympic gold medallist spurs on scholarship recipients
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'Just what downtown needs': New $35m luxury apartments officially opened in Tauranga CBD
"It will give more life and energy to the downtown area."
Engineer recommendations for Bella Vista ignored, court told
"I was unsurprised the council had issued a stop-work [notice]."
Bright idea in running for $250k grant
The woman behind the idea hopes to launch her venture in the next two to three months.
Wind warning: Power outages and tree down in Western BOP
A strong wind watch was in place for the Bay of Plenty west of Papamoa.
How new traffic lights on 15th Ave affected commute times
The traffic lights were activated last week.
Bay buses are running for free, who knew?
Fares will return in Rotorua and regionally on July 20 and in Tauranga on July 27.
Merivale Community Centre victim of burglary
The centre relied solely on grants and community funding.
Stranded ship: Possibility of fumes reason for Mauao Base Track closure
"It could have been really dangerous. There was no point in running that risk."
'Stealthily': Rubbish cost mystery irks ratepayers
'Do not stealthily impose the changes as proposed.'
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Stranded ship: Divers' inspection delayed
Checking of a stricken ship anchored off Tauranga has been thwarted by weather conditions.
'Many are struggling': The lengths tenants will go to pay the rent
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Contractor says Bella Vista properties had multiple issues
"We were quite pushed to get jobs done. The dates were changing a lot as well."
Crash blocks State Highway 2, Aongatete
Initial indications were that the occupants had suffered minor injuries.
Bay Dreams 2021 first line-up announced
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'How bloody stupid': Pilot Bay residents voice safety concerns
The council was planning a "co-design" effort involving community and stakeholders.
Car flips on Tauranga walkway
"It's not something you often see on your daily walk."
'These are the remaining members of our family': Original NZ SAS soldiers reunite
Only 28 members of the original 132-strong squad are still alive.
Rise in protection orders paints gruesome picture
Urgent protection orders on the rise but what picture of the Bay does that paint?
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Caution urged on driveways after child killed
The serious crash unit is investigating.
Dawn Picken: Want to keep customers happy? Don't make us wait
Businesses will continue nudging us to pay and stay away.
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Dan Carter kicking off The Tauranga Gala Dinner 2020
The legend will be making an appearance in Tauranga later this year.
Meth a 'health problem not a criminal problem'
Up to 2kg of meth is consumed in the Bay of Plenty each day.
Ziwipeak to leave Tauranga by the end of next year
The company has been controversial in Tauranga, attracting complaints about bad smells.
Bella Vista trial: $70k handshake and forgery claims as blame game continues
The trial enters its fifth day after resuming from a Covid-19 enforced break.
11 Mission St: The small spot 'absolutely immense in its symbolic significance'
An agreement has been signed to lease the land to The Elms Foundation.
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'Biggest fears': Council investigates reports of 'plume' near Rena
"We are extremely concerned," says a technical adviser for Motiti Island residents.