Latest from Tauranga

Te Puna business temporarily shuts doors after blaze

It was not known whether the fire was suspicious.

Car set on fire in Western Bay

No one was in the vehicle at the time of the fire.

Person dies after Tauranga Eastern Link crash

Critically injured victim dies week after crash.

Kiwi league stars inspire next generation

The Sky Sport Rugby League Roadshow was in town on Saturday.

Having a Whale of a time at Warriors Roadshow

The Vodafone Warriors came to Mount Maunganui to teach kids the basics of rugby league.

Weird and wonderful: Behind-the-scenes at Tauranga's vets

From a gecko with a hernia to wētā with broken legs, Tauranga's vets have seen it all.

Siblings' commitment to improving Māori health stats

The siblings channelling medical careers to slice into the health stats of Māori.

Time's up for 'Tick-Tock': Stewart and sons shut up shop

Don Stewart has been in the clock business for more than 70 years.

Man killed in Te Puke crash named

Police were investigating the circumstances of the crash.

No excuses: Bay authorities clamp down on bad boatie behaviour

Our growing population means more people are out on the water.

Brazen offender racks up 21st conviction for banned driving

Recidivist forbidden driver continues to flout ban on driving.

'It was emotional': Waitangi Day dawn service brings hope of moving forward

Puhirake Ihaka couldn't help but feel emotional at the Waitangi Day dawn service.

Four men jailed for New Zealand's biggest cocaine haul

Four foreign nationals received stern jail terms after $20m cocaine bust.

Local Focus: Historic Village hosts Waitangi Day Festival

The Treaty has "immense importance" says Mayor Powell. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Historic Village hosts Waitangi Day Festival

The treaty has “immense importance” says Mayor Powell. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Letters: Coronavirus racism experiences appalling

Readers have their say.