‘We’re going to give it everything’: Tauranga dance crew’s world bid
The Space Pro Team will debut a new, fun routine at the WDCC in Auckland.
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‘Unfair’: Mount businesses struggle with proposed street dining fees
Businesses say the plan is 'flawed' and 'bizarre' at a time when eateries are hard-hit.
Insanity plea: Triple killing case in Rotorua heads to trial
The accused, Justin Jeffries, is pleading insanity to three murder charges.
Homeless summit in Tauranga to tackle housing crisis
About 4000 people in Tauranga experience some form of homelessness.
'Cool experiences': How one organisation transforms young lives
The charity, formed in 2002, supports more than 500 people annually.
Paid Grindr meet-up with teen in public toilet reported when relationship ended
The man, in his mid-20s, started a relationship with the teen after their first encounter.
15yo charged with murder over Kawerau death
The teenager was taken into custody after a search in Ōtara, Auckland.
Ready to rip on local trails: Mountain biking champs come to Tauranga
Over 650 mountain biking riders from across the North Island will compete at Summerhill.
'A huge relief': NZ stocks surge as US tariffs paused
Mainfreight rebounded $4.84 or 8.57% to $61.34, reaching a high of $62.50.
Mayor says he doesn't want marine precinct sold - then votes in favour
Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale opposed the sale but still supported fighting the review.
Fatal dog attack: Community begins 'healing process' after child's death
A blessing has been given at Katikati Medical Centre, where staff tried to save Timoti, 4.
Bottle store and tavern close after being stripped of liquor licences
The closures have some Welcome Bay locals and businesses concerned.
Mānuka honey producer buzzing after bee-autiful season
A local honey producer says they have seen a strong 2024/2025 season.
How good! Two Tauranga players win big in Lotto
Tauranga tickets won big in Wednesday night’s Lotto draw.
Market Close: Why interest rate cuts couldn't boost NZ sharemarket
The NZX slides despite some rate relief.
Comancheros bust: Influential gang member charged with 200kg drug import
The Comanchero was charged months after two men allegedly broke into a shipping container.
Who's the best apprentice? Builders hammer away for top spot
Up to 22 regional winners will compete in the national final in Hamilton in June.
Teen's 160km hīkoi backing Māori wards referendum
Jack Karetai-Barrett's inviting others to join the walk, aiming to raise awareness.
Fertiliser company ‘committed to learning’ from worker’s tragic death
WorkSafe says safety practices at the factory failed to account for workers' reality.
Payment disputes: Kāinga Ora apartment project hits roadblock
Little has happened at a Kāinga Ora-owned building site in Rotorua for months.
Freight train, rail maintenance truck collision sparks investigations
Staff managed to jump out of the truck before the collision.
Locals take NZTA median barriers fight to Parliament
Rochelle Zajko's petition calls for barrier gaps and safe turning bays.
Editorial: NZ’s lack of e-waste policy needs urgent attention
OPINION: About 71% of Auckland’s kerbside bins contained e-waste in a recent audit.
‘Grim reaper cometh’: Major NZX plunge amid global market turmoil
The NZX 50 Index plummeted 3.68% to 11,775.88, its worst drop since March 2020.
‘I wanted to know why I didn’t see them:’ Rider returned to scene where he hit pedestrians
The motorcyclist believes the pedestrian crossing was dangerous.
Council’s debt ceiling raised
Tauranga's borrowing limit has been increased to 3.5 times annual revenue.
Golf Rd roundabout to close for resurfacing
A full closure was needed due to narrow lanes and the size of equipment needed, NZTA says.
On The Up: The business estate still in hot demand after 20 years
In the past year, $70m worth of building consents have been issued for the development.
Tauranga Māori ward by-election: What voters need to know
Voting opens today in the Te Awanui Ward by-election for Tauranga council.
‘We’re back’: Bay duos chase another bite at Pork Pie Charity Run
Fifty teams are driving their Minis down the country in the movie-inspired fundraiser.
Opinion: Markets face uncertain year after volatile first quarter
OPINION: The S&P 500 fell 4.6% in March, its biggest drop since 2022.
‘Over the moon’: Playcentre moves from home of half a century after 20-year relocation project
Mount Maunganui Playcentre officially opened its new Golf Rd location on Thursday
Mexican ‘tourist’ busted with $360k in cash and almost 14kg of meth
Man on three-month visa now faces years in NZ prison. The Crown has also taken his cash.
‘Fresh energy’: Māori Queen inspires youth at poukai
It was the first poukai for Nga wai hono i te po since her father's passing in 2024.