New Zealand'The need is now': Council moves to help struggling CBD businessesMore parking options could be likely for the CBD.03 Apr 06:09 PM
New ZealandVictim 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.03 Apr 06:26 AM
New ZealandChopper's fate: Dog's future hangs in balance after council appeals failed prosecutionJustice Timothy Brewer reserved his decision in a hearing at the High Court today03 Apr 06:03 AM
New ZealandWatch: Hit and run caught on camera as car hits pair on e-scooterA resident wants safety improvements at the intersection, fearing a child will be killed.03 Apr 05:41 AM
New Zealand'We will contest any other decision vigorously': Hapū speaks at racecourse hearingsSubmissions are now being heard over the future of Tauranga's Racecourse Reserve.03 Apr 05:35 AM
New ZealandSeven fires in a year: Binned batteries blamed for blazesResidents are being reminded not to dispose of batteries in their kerbside recycling bins.03 Apr 01:45 AM
New ZealandTauranga buses: Route changes proposed, night service consideredChanges include routes being shortened, altered or replaced.03 Apr 01:19 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Lack of lifejackets causing problems for harbourmasterLack of lifejackets and moored boats causing headaches for the harbourmaster.02 Apr 09:23 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We can finally exhale': Woman takes on travel career as new drug available“I can do this without having to worry about getting sick.”02 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJazz Fest: Street Party ‘feel-good event’ for everyoneKatikati town centre was the venue for Street Party.02 Apr 03:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Something that’s beyond music': Tauranga's Jazz Festival celebrates 60 yearsThe 10-day jazz festival is believed to be the biggest in the Southern Hemisphere.31 Mar 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJo RaphaelJo Raphael: Protection of retail workers is paramountOPINION: Retail workers don't deserve to go to work fearing for their lives.31 Mar 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Miracle drug' Trikafta becomes publicly available in NZ todayAbout 370 people are expected to be eligible for funded access.31 Mar 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBrutal rental market: Harrowing tales of the hunt for a homeWhat it's like living in a garage: 'I never imagined I’d end up like this.'31 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Bullied': The $1.5m, the will, and the aunt who wanted the fortuneThe 97-year-old said she had been bullied into changing her will.31 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCancelled plans for Omanawa Falls full access a 'lose-lose'Concern rescuers will have to save people who risk their 'stupid skins' reaching base.31 Mar 08:21 AM
New Zealand'In good hands': 102yo jazz musician relives performing with Nat King Cole'He just stood back in shadows - came in unobtrusively. He had a magnificent deep voice.'31 Mar 04:31 AM
New ZealandSerious injuries after car driven wrong way on highwayA vehicle was driving into traffic for about 14km, police say.31 Mar 02:45 AM
New ZealandTeens rescue drowning tourist during school camp“It’s great to see them using the skills they have learnt through becoming a lifeguard."30 Mar 09:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPremium debate: Subscribers weigh in on the great road cone debateOPINION: Readers share their views on the use of road cones - and what's really important.30 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: 'I felt like dirt. Low. Worthless.' Why horrid customers are the memorable onesOPINION: Make low-wage jobs more attractive by being nicer.30 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Charging like wounded bulls': Western Bay council drafts rates, fee risesAn increase in user fees and charges is also expected.30 Mar 05:23 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating 'attempted abduction' seek carInformation on small car with dark windows sought.30 Mar 01:04 AM
New ZealandSH25 closed: Critical injuries in Coromandel crashPolice were called shortly before midday.30 Mar 12:13 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJo RaphaelOpinion: Rugby club housing plan epitome of blue-sky thinkingOPINION: Necessity is the mother of invention.29 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiri Gillespie: Unfair to lump city safety costs on regional council aloneSafety of people in the city is not a responsibility exclusive to the regional council.29 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Our energy levels are failing': Bay secondary teachers strike again'There’s only one really good time to sort this out and that is now'29 Mar 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandParking fees a 'killer': Retailers, shoppers on how to solve 'dead' Tauranga CBDBeen described as 'in crisis' by Downtown Tauranga chairman Brian Berry.29 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Desperately needed': Ex-mayor delivering seven ambulances to UkraineThe ambulances are en route to Auckland, to be shipped to Ukraine.29 Mar 05:33 AM
New ZealandJan Tinetti injured in media scrum at ParliamentThe Minister for Education was absent in Parliament today after the incident.29 Mar 03:32 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorThe Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on the state of the region’s mental health supportOPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.28 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandLake swamped with 1600 waka ama hopefuls from 105 schools1600 paddlers. 163 races. 4 days.28 Mar 05:12 PM
New Zealand'It would be great to have him back': Woman's plea after late husband's ashes go missingLisa Beamsley has kept the 'sacred' ashes in her car for more than 11 years.28 Mar 05:10 AM
