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Unlocking growth in the Tauriko community

The Tauriko Enabling Works are the first piece of a major transportation and movement project for the Bay of Plenty. This project aims to enable up to 2400... Read More

Road Zero expert speaks on speed limit changes

An international road safety expert says the Government must keep applying targets to reduce road fatalities and serious injuries - and that reversing speed... Read More

Road blocked, SH 5, Waiotapu

Police have confirmed that a road is currently blocked on State Highway 5. Motorists are being advised to expect delays. The road blockade is on State... Read More

Tauranga woman’s spinal injury battle

People will be donning green for a good cause at the St. Patrick's Day Races in Tauranga. Tauranga resident and Wish4Fish founder Bryce Dinneen has organised... Read More

SH29 Kaimai Range closures delayed

Following February's night closures, the second scheduled closures on State Highway 29 Kaimai Range will take place over 5 nights from Sunday 17 March to Thursday... Read More

DIVAS! to bring the ultimate soirée to Tauranga

Events Innovated has announced a rip-roaring new show, celebrating some of the most heralded female artists and vocalists of the last six decades. Playing at... Read More

Rare White Island mail features in NZ auction

An envelope sent from Whakaari/White Island to Cambridge on December 14, 1928, is up for auction estimated at $650. The envelope is special because of its... Read More

A grand rescue: Operation helps pair back to safey

A grandmother and granddaughter who set out for a bush walk on Sunday afternoon are no doubt thanking their lucky stars after a late night rescue. The pair... Read More

Louis Baker to bare soul at jazz festival

Aotearoa soul star Louis Baker will take his audience on a unique journey with him in his debut performance at the National Port of Tauranga Jazz Festival this month. 'You... Read More

Owners urged to deal with derelict vessels

The Waikato Regional Harbourmaster has a simple message for owners of old, derelict vessels moored in the region: Please manage your boat properly to avoid it... Read More

Two seriously injured in "unprovoked" attack

One person is currently facing assault charges in relation to an "unprovoked attack" in Tauranga. In a statement released today, police say they are working... Read More

Money for organisations supporting youth

Local agencies and organisations that support youth, are being called upon to apply for Bay of Plenty Education Trust financial support. Applications for... Read More