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Parking to linear park: Council's $11m plan for CBD block

'Welcoming park space' planned - but not everyone is happy.

Muller or Bridges? Key local supporters divided as leadership battle heats up

Two back Bridges - but a third wants another MP to take the reins.

'Political hari kari': Bridges 'brought leadership challenge upon himself by going public'; Bennett 'feeling confident'

Todd Muller told the caucus yesterday that the party could not win under Simon Bridges.

Lotto win for lucky Te Puke local

Someone is $1m richer in Te Puke.

Duck shooting: The dos and the don'ts

The start of duck shooting season is when most game bird hunting accidents happen.

Audrey Young: The challengers to Simon Bridges - Todd Muller and Nikki Kaye

Comment: The pair who plan to take on Simon Bridges complement each other on paper.

After years on the 'back-burner' construction to soon begin on Tauranga Northern Link

"Given the doom and gloom....here's something tangible that will start by Christmas time."

Kristin Macfarlane: Having events to look forward to good for mental health

Comment: Normality is great, but there's still a long way to go for some sectors.

Ratepayers seek referendum on council rates

Council to consider referendum request today. Plus: Three other decisions on the agenda.

Go Local! 1200 free food parcels

The parcels were distributed to those in need after the economic impacts of Covid-19.

AIMS Games in doubt as crisis hits events and entertainment scene hard

But there is confidence Tauranga can cement itself as NZ's main entertainment hub.

Tauranga schools pleasantly surprised with student numbers

The first day back has been deemed a success.

Dates for Tauranga's One Love festival announced

The full line-up will be released in coming weeks.

Go Local! Tauranga women give businesses a hand online

Organisers have been amazed to discover what's on offer from city cafes and restaurants.

Comment: Separation anxiety to peak as school, work returns

If you are experiencing anxiety, you are not alone.

Battle against 'super poles': Campaigner's dying wish

'He didn't want it taken from our backyard and put in our front yard.'