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Begging ban call after tourists ‘accosted'

Beggars 'physically accosted” 10 Aussie tourists at a cafe last week, claims a Rotorua councillor arguing it is time to 'seriously consider” a begging... Read More

Woman injured on Mount main track

A woman is in moderate condition in Tauranga Hospital after sustaining an injury to her leg on the Mount Maunganui main track. The woman was assisted by... Read More

‘Rare’ heart-shaped feijoa fetches $100 offer

An uncommon heart-shaped feijoa found in a couple's backyard has attracted a $100 offer after a woman listed it for sale. Anna Wainwright, 25, was collecting... Read More

Acclaimed NZSO concert to perform in Tauranga

The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra is expected to bring an "exhilarating and evocative music experience", featuring classical giants Tchaikovsky, Shostakovich,... Read More

ANZAC Day parking for Tauranga services

Anzac Day commemorations across Tauranga city will include several dawn services, at Pāpāmoa, Mount Maunganui and Tauranga city, giving residents a chance... Read More

Putting a spotlight on heart attacks in women

The Heart Foundation is highlighting a critical issue affecting women's health: heart attacks. Heart disease is the single biggest cause of death among... Read More

Tributes flow for Mount Maunganui dad

Tributes are being posted on social media for a man who was found dead in Mount Maunganui on Monday. He was 37-year-old John Rawiri Piripi Pitihira. 'On... Read More

Police name man who died after running into sea

Police can now release the name of the man who died after running into the sea at Mt Maunganui earlier this week. He was John Rawiri Piripi Pitihira, aged... Read More

Skatepark opens after 30 years of discussion

The controversial Tairua skatepark is now open, following a 30-year process including discussions, controversy and even High Court action. Hundreds of people... Read More

Long Covid sufferers scared they'll face penalties

People suffering from Long Covid are scared they will face penalties under the coalition government's benefit reset. Social Development Minister Louise... Read More

Doctors vote on private health insurance

Senior doctors at public hospitals have narrowly voted against asking Te Whatu Ora to pay for their private health insurance. The vote to include it in a... Read More

Morrinsville's Herd of Cows makes online moove

Morrinsville's iconic Herd of Cows street art installation has received its own digital experience. The permanent outdoor exhibition launched in 2015, starting... Read More