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'Clear regional benefit' for Bay in leave reforms

The Government's overhaul of the Holidays Act promises fewer payroll headaches for industries with variable work patterns, like the Bay of Plenty's horticulture... Read More

Woodcraft on show at Ōmokoroa’s Old Library

The artistry and craftsmanship of local woodworkers are taking centre stage this month at TOLO - The Old Library Ōmokoroa, where some members of the Tauranga... Read More

Shop owner loses $74k of stock in burglary

A Katikati technology store owner lost $74,000 of stock from an overnight burglary last weekend - and he did not have insurance. The burglary comes two months... Read More

Ōtākiri Springs wins Supreme Court case

Appeals against the 300-fold expansion of water bottling operation Ōtākiri Springs have been dismissed by New Zealand's top court. The Supreme Court decision... Read More

Cyclist and truck crash, minor injuries

Emergency services are responding to a crash between a truck and cyclist in Judea, Tauranga. 'Police were notified of a crash involving a cyclist and a truck... Read More

Two bitten in Pāpāmoa loose dog attack

Two people have been attacked by a group of loose dogs in Pāpāmoa. Police received reports about 3pm of loose dogs in the Pāpāmoa Beach area. They... Read More

Severe thunderstorm warnings around North Island

A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Wairoa and Gisborne this afternoon, with radar detecting active storm cells capable of producing heavy rain... Read More

Experience Afro-Brazilian culture at Saravá Fest

A vibrant celebration of Afro-Brazilian culture is coming to the Bay of Plenty this weekend. Saravá Fest is from 10am-4pm on Sunday, November 16, at... Read More

Finding connection after grieving suicide loss

Warning: This article discusses suicide, depression and mental health issues. Have you ever felt the deep ache of grief or the isolation that comes after... Read More

Young coach gives back to her old school

Between volleyball, dance, touch rugby, and volunteering, Pāpāmoa 11-year-old Bella Bowman barely has time for TV on her one day off a week. Her schedule... Read More

Tauranga MP calls for fee reduction on toll road

Tolls should be reduced on a Tauranga road where ongoing major roadworks have disrupted motorists' journeys for 'several years”, says the city's electorate... Read More

White Ribbon Family Day comes to Gate Pā

Families across Tauranga Moana are invited to celebrate community, fun, and family togetherness at the White Ribbon Family Day in Anzac Park, Gate Pā, on Saturday,... Read More