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Commute times expected to 'improve' as Bayfair flyover opens
The new flyover is expected to open in time for commuter traffic tomorrow morning.
Officer justified in punching teen in face as he reached for hidden bong
'It was his favourite bong, and he did not want it to be taken by police.'
The BoP town being hit hard by nationwide GP shortage
Locals are losing patience with the delays they face for treatment.
Revealed: How much Bay councils spend on consultants
Financial advice, civic projects, and recruitment feature as most costly spends.
'Constantly worried': What's keeping the new Education Minister awake at night
'There’s so many things that keep me up at night'.
Wharenui build to use quake-resistant Māori method
The technique, mīmiro, will be used to rebuild a historic Bay of Plenty wharenui.
'They are in our hearts': Sacrifices past and present honoured in Rotorua
'They are in our hearts. They may have passed but we still feel them.'
Anzac Day services draw big crowds in Tauranga
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Reader opinion: We're paying a price for trusting science; scramble to find skilled workers
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Hamilton Michael Hill raided: Taupō store also robbed overnight, youths arrested
The raid on the store comes less than a week after a Chartwell store was hit.
Police arrest 12 after aggravated robberies and ram-raid-style burglary
The arrests were all made within 24 hours of the incident happening.
Anzac Day: Thousands at emotional dawn services
Thousands flocked to Mount Maunganui this morning to pay their respects.
Man with disability faces homelessness: 'I think it is so cruel. Where is the humanity?'
'I need a miracle. I know time is running out. I am very, very frightened.'
'Mob of people': Frustrated residents hit out at boy-racer meetings
'Someone could easily have been seriously hurt or killed.'
'Deceiving' lake: Warning for kayakers after eight get into trouble this month
Two people last seen kayaking on the lake have died in the past year.
The Prem Debate: Desperate Labour taps Nats' migration policy
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Opinion: Light-footed local lad makes Touch Blacks debut
Jordan Hudson made his debut for the Touch Blacks this weekend.
'Miracle' debut win for BoP side in Chatham Cup
The result puts the first-time entrants into the first round draw.
'Wrap up nice and warm': Cold snap on the way for Anzac Day
Overnight temperatures of 7C in Tauranga and 2C in Rotorua are expected.
What you need to know about Anzac Day in Tauranga and Western Bay
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What you need to know about Anzac Day in Rotorua
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'My daughter could have died': Mum vents anger at Tauranga boy racers
A mother was trying to rush her daughter to Tauranga Hospital but the road was blocked.
New skate park for Pāpāmoa reserve - cost revealed
The existing skate park is no longer fit-for-purpose, council says.
Breaking down concrete barriers: Visually impaired apprentice with autism excels
Todd Maitland shows why people from all backgrounds should consider a career in trades.
Carmen Hall: Don’t be like me and fill in your Census at the last minute
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Veterans talk about their service and why Anzac Day is celebrated
ANZAC Day is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand.
Kelly Makiha: Why yarning to a 14-year-old restored my faith in the younger generation
Teaching our kids to be hard workers and good talkers is even more important now.
Recession scenario: Some employers cut staff, others can't find workers
'We are looking for grassroots people that want to do the mahi'.
Watch: 300 cars block highway at 'dangerous' Tauranga car meet
Police arrest one person following dangerous driving incidents to come.
The Tauranga connection to forgotten Kiwi heroics in WWI
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Tauranga Moana Kapa Haka groups wow huge crowd
Hawaiki Herenga Haka Matatinii competition at Trustpower Baypark Arena
Arrest and one injured as 300 cars allegedly block highway in organised car meet
Police arrest one person following dangerous driving incidents to come.