PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Effectively barricaded': Business speaks out over 'devastating' roadworksBusinesses claim they have been 'barricaded' from their customers.29 Jun 06:04 PM
New Zealand'Critical' $2b-plus roading overhaul timeline under fireSome leaders might not even be around when it's time to "cut the ribbon".28 Jun 06:03 AM
New ZealandSports fields closed after heavy rainResidents are also warned of more heavy rain over the weekend.23 Jun 04:55 AM
New ZealandArt gallery entry to turn around in $3.38m redevelopmentA new cafe and park view are on the cards.22 Jun 12:03 AM
New Zealand'Lifeguards just missed him': Summer swim costs recent retiree his life"They’d actually been doing roams past that area five minutes before this man went in."20 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'High-risk': Key city centre faces uncertain future as earthquake concerns revealedSerious seismic issues have been revealed, prompting talk of possible demolition.20 Jun 05:28 AM
New Zealand300 new homes: Council to review revised plans for Bethlehem reserveParau Farms is still seen as necessary to help address the city's 'critical' shortage.15 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandStudents' CBD struggle: 'Why do we have to fight for parking every single day?'A university student was floored by the lack of cheap carparks near the city campus.08 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Horrified': Fee hikes for Tauranga’s community facilities cop flakProposed fee increases for community facilities range from 6 per cent to 138 per cent.06 Jun 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInflation clauses costing councils millionsA leading economist says more businesses are including escalation clauses.28 May 06:13 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'What any local would do': Hordes jumping 'horrendous' SH2 queues, council counts showThe council says drivers are already tense enough with the current congestion.25 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand3km pathway: New build begins along Pāpāmoa coastThe shared path will have rest stops, new public toilets and spots for food trucks.24 May 02:38 AM
New Zealand'It was pretty nasty': Driver hits out as potholes cause damageMotorists lodge 33 complaints in 10 days.23 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPoll shows Tauranga wants an early council electionRespondents were asked several questions.06 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandTurning 'paradise' into a 'parking lot': Emotions high as $220.2m stadium debated'Can't let things get in the way of progress... This represents a really good opportunity'01 May 08:10 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNew details of $220.2m Tauranga stadium proposal revealed - is it 'bang for buck'?An advocate says it will be a city asset but a critic says the money could be used better.30 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRotorua's Cyclone Gabrielle repair bill set to riseCombined estimates from councils bring the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle to over $16m.21 Apr 02:13 AM
New ZealandWestern Bay estimates summer storm damages to cost between $15 to $20mTauranga City Council estimates the cyclone's damages to cost close to $400k.21 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'At last': Final bridge in $262m State Highway 2 project to openLocals pleased about "major milestone", but say it won't be a congestion 'silver bullet'18 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandSecret venue for Tauranga Stop Co-Governance Tour meeting after 'impossible' security rulesThe tour had previously secured two venues, but these are now no longer.14 Apr 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMegan WilsonMegan Wilson: Why I don’t like dogs - and why cats are so much betterOPINION: It's an unpopular opinion, but cats are so much better.07 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandFinal racecourse hearings: Anything other than green space 'a waste'The hearings have shown little support for a potential hospital at the reserve.05 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandPet 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.'04 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandChopper's owner loses court battle, dog could be put downTauranga City Council has been successful in its appeal against a dog that attacked a vet.04 Apr 04:57 AM
New ZealandTauranga buses: Route changes proposed, night service consideredChanges include routes being shortened, altered or replaced.03 Apr 01:19 AM
New ZealandPublic feedback wanted on proposed new fees for council pool use, hall hireTauranga City Council adopted the draft user fees for Bay Venues at a meeting on Monday.22 Mar 04:55 AM
New ZealandRevealed: How working from home has drastically cut injuries at one workplaceWorking from home has had a direct impact on workplace injuries.16 Mar 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorThe Premium Debate: Tauranga not the only city looking 'unkept'Premium subscribers have their say.16 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChamber boss: Business leaders are anxious about next year’s local electionReturning to an elected council is a hot topic.12 Mar 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand200ha, 400 businesses, 5700 people and not finished: How big will this business estate get?New details reveal just how massive it will ultimately be.10 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil pay outs for personal grievances revealed- but no apologiesMore than $186,000 has been paid out by two councils - a third wouldn't give its figure.08 Mar 05:23 PM
New ZealandCouncil pay outs for personal grievances revealed- but no apologiesJobs losses and payouts: personal grievance claims at local councils revealed.07 Mar 05:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Unacceptable risk': Project to build hundreds of homes stalls after funding bid failsChange 'late in the process' presents 'unacceptable risk' for housing provider.07 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandDownpour: Potential wastewater spill, beach access damaged in OmanuHeavy rain event put pressure on the city’s stormwater.07 Mar 12:11 AM
