Why the future of Tauranga Racecourse has been delayed
Hearings into the Greerton Maarawaewae Study won't be heard until next year.
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What's happening at Whakaari/White Island? Plume of steam and ash spotted
The island is being continuously monitored for further changes in unrest.
'It's a starting point': First female Super Rugby coaches have big dreams
Crystal Kaua replaces Allan Bunting, who lead the team to the title last year.
Helicopter heroes: White Island rescuers' bravery honoured
Pilot: 'It felt that we were doing as much as we could but not enough for people.'
Bardoul duo now both capped by Steamers
On retiring from rugby, Johan turned to teaching and hopes to become a professional coach.
A dispute, a fire and a $100k bill: Five-year battle over public reserve comes to an end
A fire, burying of rubbish and threat of more permanent structures sparked renewed action.
'Did we miss something?' Retired detective's 30-year search for answers in cold case
The family of Judy Yorke, last seen at a Tauranga party, and a retired cop still hope.
'Intense': Sam Uffindell tells of furore's impact on him and family
Tauranga MP also tells of the conversation during that trip with Todd Muller.
'Distressing': Family's grief reignited after authorities remove 'sacred' memorial seat
'They've taken away a place of remembrance for us without talking to us...'
Malachi Subecz death: Te Pāti Māori renews calls for heads to roll
Te Pāti Māori wants all reports of abuse to Oranga Tamariki passed on to police.
Explainer: Why did the appeal against teen rapist's home detention sentence fail?
Judge wasn't happy with teen rapist's jail-free sentence. But she didn't change it. Why?
Man pleads guilty in David Kuka case
Kuka was killed execution-style in what police believe to be a case of mistaken identity.
Sam Uffindell gifted nearly $180k for byelection campaign
The highest amount declared was two-thirds more than the next highest.
Court of last resort: Sacked hospital worker's appeal bid denied
Ana Shaw objected to a large legal costs bill; now it's higher after losing appeal bid.
Watch: Family's 'holy s*** moment' as oncoming van veers into their lane
'The video doesn't do it justice either as to how close they actually were.'
Majestic return: First international cruise tourists in two years arrive
Majestic Princess is the first of over 100 cruise ships scheduled to visit the region.
Speedway considers legal action over 'rushed' Baypark plan
The council has endorsed a masterplan but says no final decisions have been made.
Comment: Māori Boy from Awahou - the MBA that matters
OPINION: So how does one qualify for their honorary MBA qualification?
Family of man missing since May suffer second blow
"I struggle every day - mentally, physically, everything."
'Absolutely feral': Retail worker suffers head injuries after youths bash her
'They were punching and punching. I have bruises all over my left side of my skull.'
The region where armed offenders squad callouts have spiked
A sign Government has let gun crime get out of control, or that it's taking a harder line?
More than 40,000 properties without power in Tauranga
More than 40,000 homes are without power in the Tauranga and Katikati regions tonight.
Debbie Ngarewa-Packer: What we need to do to prevent loss of another Malachi
OPINION: For three nights I have not been able to sleep.
'This is a significant error of law': Crown on appealing teen rapist Jayden Meyer's sentence
His lawyer says the Crown is only reacting to public outrage.
'Diabolical': Eighty-six per cent of restaurants understaffed - survey
'I've got school kids doing dishes for $21.20 as a minimum or more.'
Young sports club eyes Olympic future
The Tauranga Tridents' triumphant success is a measure of one man.
'Like a Third World country': Local concerned about 'scruffy' suburb
Long time Mount Maunganui local says the place has never looked so bad.
$100m+ expansion planned for 10 Metlifecare villages
Business has 33 villages accommodating 6500 residents.
Retailers say axing of free parking is 'ridiculous'
Retailers and shoppers slam Tauranga city's new on-street parking changes.
Dr Tony Farrell: It's time to change alcohol's connection to sport in NZ
OPINION: Sponsorship and marketing must come to end.
'Ridiculous': Potholes blamed for popped tyres, damaged wheels, injured ankles
One Tauranga man has resorted to filling in 'horrible' potholes himself.
'Equity issue' as some rural patients face six-week wait to see a doctor
"In the next 10 years about 50 per cent of our GPs are set to retire."
Pothole claims: Drivers seek more than $4000 in compo for car damages
Drivers made claims after hitting potholes and damaging their tyres and exhausts.
'I want his name to be spoken': Parents raise funds for Lifeline after losing son
Ethan Broomhead, aged 18, died six years ago on August 31.