Latest from Tauranga

SH2 barriers could impede escape in tsunami - resident

The transport agency has spent $164 million on safety improvements.

A fall or strangulation? Dr questions stepmum's explanation for toddler's injuries

A doctor assessed an injured Harlee-Rose five months before she was allegedly murdered.

'Lots of interest': How Tauranga schooling is promoted in Korea

'Everybody said when they come here, they don’t want to leave after six months.'

'Death was his only reprieve': Dog chained for five years, owner fined $2000

'He was so hungry that he was eating the plastic wrappers of his dog roll.'

Three-vehicle crash on Tauranga Eastern Link

Emergency services were called to the crash about 5.35am.

'I was being as gentle as possible': Mother denies injuring daughter during Covid test

The jury had to decide if the injuries were accidental or caused by an "enraged" mother.

‘Good result’: Links Ave reopens after two years of closures

A new trial for Mt Maunganui's Links Ave has increased access to the street.

Te Puke photographer captures Aurora Australis

Photographer Jessica Barnes has captured Aurora Australis from her backyard in Te Puke.

Traffic delays while SH2 vandalism is repaired

Repair works are taking place on State Highway 2 between Katikati and Ōmokoroa.

Cancer, landslide, crash: Injured forklift driver's 'hellish' years

The Mount Maunganui man says he is still 'so thankful' despite his harsh experiences.

'No one listened to me': Mums share stories of birth trauma to help others

Kiwi mums have shared their stories of birth trauma in a bid to raise awareness.

Mother and daughter bridge duo an unexpected pair

The mother said she got “absolutely, totally hooked and addicted” with the game.

Arranged marriage: Wife raped, bullied, and beaten by husband after moving to NZ

The man unsuccessfully appealed his conviction for raping his wife.

Mayor says Govt water plan ‘significant step forward’

Mahé Drysdale weighs in on the Government's new water plans.

Vigilante sites taken down, police issue warning

The accounts posting the videos have since been taken down.

Les Misérables: The show will go on after three Covid cancellations

'Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise,' says theatre president.

Stripped naked, bashed: Vigilantes attack suspected paedophiles in Tauranga

Police warn 'vigilante actions' could harm investigations.

'Little Ref': 13-year-old whistleblower making a big noise on rugby field

Tauranga's kid ref for rugby Arthur Rickard.