'Ruins it for generations': Protected Bay pōhutukawa trees felled
The damaged trees at the regional park were estimated to be 20 to 30 years old.
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‘Open chequebook’ fears as $29m lake scheme goes ahead
While one group petitioned against it, another says it must go ahead ASAP.
'Bring it on' says market to possible big Port of Tauranga shares sale by council
Bay of Plenty council's big stake makes port shares harder to buy.
Major Port of Tauranga shareholding soon on the block?
Bay of Plenty council eyes value of shareholding.
Regional council considering staged sell-down of port shares
The council has a 54.14 per cent shareholding in the port.
Number 279 in the queue: Rates penalty notice has council's phone lines running hot
Council says collecting its own rates has been mostly positive - despite some criticism.
Two more Bay of Plenty orchardists fined for unlawful groundwater use
The growers are among five prosecuted by the Bay of Plenty Regional Council this year.
Paid parking plans delayed in Tauranga after public outcry
The council commission decided to delay the plans at a meeting on Monday.
Paid parking and bus lane plans on hold after community concerns - council
Tauranga initiatives have been delayed after feedback from the community.
Review of Mount Maunganui air quality report to be commissioned
The report linked air pollution in the industrial area to premature deaths.
Edgecumbe flood: Hundreds may be eligible to join legal case as five sue for $3.95m
Law firm says if it becomes a class action, it could cover another 350 plaintiffs.
It was sold for $1. Now this abandoned CBD building will become a $60m 'landmark'
First three building consents issued for the 14-storey parking and office building.
Study shows proposed ferry service risks high costs
Projected fares prompt transport boffins to recommend people rely on buses instead.
Public to get say on controversial 130-home Pongakawa development
The Western Bay of Plenty development is one step closer, despite opposition.
Gold clams: Bay of Plenty launches new QR code for lake users
Meanwhile, Biosecurity NZ has committed more than $2 million to manage the clams.
More bus 'troublemakers' coming, driver warns as security bill hits $1.7m
'The risk is that it could blow up at any time.'
Regional council spends $7m on consultants
A breakdown of who has been paid for what has been revealed.
Gold clam pest invasion prevention in Rotorua 'fast-moving', council official says
Councillors have asked how the district's lakes would be protected.
'High-risk hazard': Revised tsunami maps would have most in some suburbs flee to higher ground
An area previously listed as 'safe' is now at risk of inundation - but new refuges found.
‘You guys are all we’ve got’: Mount air quality report sparks plea
A report on premature deaths and pollution could be a tool in BOPRC’s kit to clean the air
Coastal marae hit with potentially devastating climate change problems
Several marae face the difficult prospect of having to move.
Commissioners' 'Let's Talk' meeting hounded by 'horrible' heckling
One attendee described the heckling as 'a bit embarrassing'.
‘God, this can’t be real’: Professor honoured with prestigious, surprise, award
University of Waikato Professor Chris Battershill given lifetime achievement award.
'Irreplaceable': The plan to protect Rotorua’s famed but fragile geothermal system
'It is still recovering from our past mistreatment.'
Funeral home fined $85k after cremation smoke 'invaded' homes, bodies
Judge says despite ruling, no amount of money can make the matter right.
'I have got nothing': Boat owner left homeless now liable for disposal of wreck
'I am out of pocket. I have got no boat, I have got no home, I have got nothing'
'I have got nothing': Boat owner left homeless now liable for disposal of wreck
"I am out of pocket. I have got no boat, I have got no home, I have got nothing."
Local Focus: Freshwater policy changes are coming
Katikati growers, farmers and residents discuss water quality with the regional council.
Family members face raft of charges over alleged unlawful buildings
An Aongatete family are facing charges of illegally erecting buildings on their land.
'Now...not in 30 years': Leaders ask Govt to fast-track Golden Triangle highway
The highway is a key arterial route linking Auckland, Tauranga and Hamilton.
'Critical' $2b-plus roading overhaul timeline under fire
Some leaders might not even be around when it's time to "cut the ribbon".