New ZealandMayor’s vote forces U-turn on Tauranga's water planMayor Mahé Drysdale’s vote reversed the in-house water plan decision.18 Aug 10:29 PM
New Zealand'Frustrated locals' vandalise city-centre parking machinesThe damage will cost thousands to fix.15 Aug 08:34 PM
New Zealand'Wrong business, wrong place': Protesters oppose industrial park plan on sacred wetlandThe prospect of increased truck traffic raises safety concerns for children and cyclists.13 Aug 09:26 PM
New ZealandPaid parking would 'kill all the businesses', meeting hearsThe council delayed the start of paid parking to explore resident permits.01 Aug 06:02 PM
New Zealand'We stress every time it rains': Neighbours' flooding fightTe Puke neighbours urge council to take action to stop flooding during heavy rain.29 Jul 07:02 PM
New ZealandParking fees rile resident: 'Over $2000 a year just to park outside my house'Councillors rejected resident permits, which would exempt parking charges.28 Jul 07:49 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: It's time to fully review our local government structureOPINION: But any changes must be the right ones for the right reasons.25 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Back on track': Greens push for regional rail revivalThe Green Party launched a petition to extend a regional passenger rail link to Tauranga.24 Jul 07:01 AM
New ZealandLGNZ backs Tauranga mayor's call for council structure reviewMahé Drysdale emphasised designing a system that works for local communities.23 Jul 05:01 AM
New Zealand'Huge problems': Business owners upset over paid parking planSeveral streets and avenues to have new two-hour limits, with fines starting at $20.21 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandSpeedway secures Baypark lease extension to 2039Under the deal, Speedway Racing will upgrade the North Stand at their cost.18 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandRural community 'in shock' as industrial park greenlitIt will add up to 125 vehicle movements an hour on local roads.16 Jul 09:04 PM
New ZealandNew home for Tauranga netball: $14m Baypark plan progressesThe new facility will include a new building plus 14 asphalt and nine cushioned courts.14 Jul 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Plague of hoons' on motorbikes tearing up Tauranga parks'Off they go waving their finger in the air.'13 Jul 07:03 PM
New Zealand'Some of the worst we’ve seen': Huge pile of concrete dumped illegallyCleaning up the concrete and other waste is expected to cost between $25,000 and $30,000.12 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandThe amalgamation debate: Mayor claims 'no one’s prepared to act'Tauranga mayor wants 'tough' conversations now. Where do the 3 other BoP leaders stand?09 Jul 09:20 PM
New Zealand'Oh hell, yeah': Pensioner moves from leaky caravan to new elder villageSteven Connelly, 67, has shifted into a new home in Katikati after six years in a caravan.03 Jul 07:32 AM
New Zealand'Game-changer': Western BoP a step closer to Govt deal unlocking housing, jobsThe deal would aim to deliver 40,000 more homes and 35,000 new jobs.02 Jul 09:05 PM
New ZealandRates hike approved amid protest: How much more you'll payAbout 60 people protested the increase, calling for a 0% rates rise.26 Jun 06:09 AM
New Zealand'Simply irresponsible': Fee hikes increase the cost of dyingFuneral directors are upset about new charges, with costs to be passed to clients.24 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandLocal election guide: What you need to know ahead of voting dayNominations for council seats open July 4 and close August 1 at midday.23 Jun 10:06 PM
New ZealandRevealed: The first four housing projects backed by $100m fund It will enable 65 homes in Tauranga South, Pāpāmoa, Greerton and Bethlehem.22 Jun 06:46 PM
New ZealandWhy a 'cute' pet is now included in a pest management planHint: They are more likely to degrade waterways than mutate into a crime-fighting team.19 Jun 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Staff taking the hit': Workload worries as council slashes jobsTauranga City Council is cutting 98 jobs to save $12.3 million and reduce rates.17 Jun 09:38 PM
New Zealand'We won't be funding it': Roads for 8000-home development debatedThe development in Te Tumu is set to house 15,500 people when completed.16 Jun 08:41 PM
New ZealandBoP dairy targeted by armed robbersPolice recovered a stolen silver Mazda used in the robbery.16 Jun 01:00 AM
