Latest from Tauranga

Owner stunned by fire-damage to shopping block

Police say fire at Greerton Village block of shops suspicious.

Ria Hall steps into Tauranga Arts Festival's top job

Hall is the first wāhine Māori to take on the role of festival director.

Bikies, booze & brawls: Cold Chisel recall wild Sweetwaters show

Jimmy Barnes recalls one of the earliest - and rowdiest - Cold Chisel shows in New Zealand

'Victory': $933 million to be spent on Western Bay roads

All the details of the announcement plus reaction from local leaders.

Riddled with bullet holes: The aftermath of a 'terrifying' attack

Neighbours say it was lucky no one was killed or injured.

Become 'a city of kindness': Housing advocates say ditch the begging bylaw

More than 30 public submissions were heard at council session.

Juggling triathlon with surf lifesaving

And he's happy with his progression in both sports.

Home invasion trial: DNA profiles under the spotlight

The trial continues into its second week.

'Scary': Witnesses watched shooter fire at Tauranga property

Police probe possible link between Hairini shooting, Te Puke shots report, Greerton fire

Shots reportedly fired at Te Puke property

Heavy police presence reported in rural area.

Region on the brink of water restrictions

Council had not introduced water restrictions since 2013.

Feeling the love: Tauranga's multi-million dollar long weekend

The long weekend brought in the crowds, and cash, into Tauranga.

Shania Rawson's rekindled love for biking pays off

Shania Rawson took a year off mountain bike racing and has come back as fast as ever.

Traveller's NZ death after China trip under investigation

Follow-up inquiry under way after Te Puke resident's unexpected death.

Gabi Dixson: Too strong, too powerful

She's only been in New Zealand for a year but Gabi Dixson has certainly made her mark.

Comment | What's so wrong with a bikini top at a mall?

Comment: And, while we're at it, stop policing women's bodies.