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Thunderstorm watch issued for Bay of Plenty
The watch is in place from 10pm on Sunday until 5am tomorrow.
Business digest: Holland Beckett promotes three partners
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Removal of mountain memorial to slain backpacker discussed
Monica Cantwell was killed on November 20, 1989, a week into a short visit to New Zealand.
'I just love jazz': Downtown Carnival delights at Tauranga National Jazz Festival
'Jazz has been a great part of my life.'
The Premium Debate: Subscribers react to ‘savage’ attack on pet dog
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Megan Wilson: Why I don’t like dogs - and why cats are so much better
OPINION: It's an unpopular opinion, but cats are so much better.
Sonya Bateson: How dare I suggest introducing a fee for a public space, right?
OPINION: I can feel the anger of some letter writers and social media commenters already.
Business owners need more connection – here’s how to get it
Times are extra tough for businesses right now, that connection has never been more vital
Council buys Grey St building to make way for laneway
The business on Grey St is set to close in June.
'Keep the music alive': Teenagers share their passion for jazz
About 520 students from across the country took part in the youth competition.
'We just love music': Jazz lovers soak up sun and sounds at Tauranga’s Historic Village
“As soon as someone gets up to dance, it is contagious.”
Thousands of state homes sit empty, maintenance budget up $410m
State homes are being brought to Healthy Homes standards - but some are empty.
'Finally': International students are back - and it's worth millions
“The families are looking to share our Korean culture ... and make life-long friendships"
Easter traffic: Delays in Tauranga after crash on State Highway 29A
The cars collided just after 3pm.
Nine Mitchell Te Kani murder accused heading to trial
Nine people are now charged with murdering Tauranga man
Horse and rider to compete in world cup in 'pinch yourself' moment
Phillip Steiner is New Zealand's first representative in eight years.
Letters to the editor: International reputation seriously damaged
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
'Only the most dedicated can stick it out': Tauranga rower named national champ
Jameson McConnochie trained up to eight times a week to prepare for the event.
Easter in Tauranga: Thousands expected but will the weather play ball?
'It looks like it is going to be full for Easter.'
Jazz fest launches in Katikati
The National Jazz Festival launched in Katikati on Saturday.
Final racecourse hearings: Anything other than green space 'a waste'
The hearings have shown little support for a potential hospital at the reserve.
The Premium Debate: Thousands of nurses move to Australia
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Pet dog attacked on daily park walk: 'Fifty per cent of his neck [was] savaged'
'There’s this big gaping hole in the back ... big enough you could put your fist in.'
Coromandel cut off: What geotechnical investigations reveal at SH25A
Bridge, bypass or rebuild the options for repairing road.
Chopper's owner loses court battle, dog could be put down
Tauranga City Council has been successful in its appeal against a dog that attacked a vet.
'Critical' need: Electricity upgrades add uncertainty to future of racecourse
The hearings regarding what to do with the Tauranga Racecourse Reserve enter Day 2.
'Every day we have to deal with it': Child's 'painful' six-month wait for surgery
The child is one of 179 patients with no confirmed date for this type of surgery.
Hit-and-run site to get safety upgrade
A nearby resident says it's a dangerous intersection.
'The need is now': Council moves to help struggling CBD businesses
More parking options could be likely for the CBD.
Victim of house blaze says window cleaner ‘hero of the day’
A window cleaner ran into the house and rescued the home owner and her dog.
Chopper's fate: Dog's future hangs in balance after council appeals failed prosecution
Justice Timothy Brewer reserved his decision in a hearing at the High Court today
Watch: Hit and run caught on camera as car hits pair on e-scooter
A resident wants safety improvements at the intersection, fearing a child will be killed.