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Police searching for girl seen limping on track

A girl seen limping along a Waikato walking track on Wednesday afternoon has sparked concern. The fair-haired girl was seen by herself and about an hour into... Read More

Toomey hungrier than ever at Carrus Tauranga Open

Luke Toomey returns to his home turf as he's in search of back-to-back titles on the Jennian Homes Charles Tour this week at the Carrus Tauranga Open. After claiming... Read More

Road user bill hikes after road safety failures

Road users are set to foot the bill for improved safety inspections, after years of patchy oversight and dodgy warrants of fitness. The government said the failings,... Read More

Welcoming cruise ships a hoot for Mount woman

A Mount Maunganui woman has taken it on herself to welcome and farewell every cruise ship as it enters Tauranga Harbour. Lorraine Trivett has created numerous... Read More

Hot Pink Walk a blushing success

It was a sea of pink on Wednesday night as people of all ages turned out for the 2019 HOT Pink Walk. People started to gather at Masonic Park on The Strand around... Read More

Surplus is at the expense of Kiwis - Simon Bridges

National Party leader Simon Bridges says the government's $7.5 billion surplus is a sign that it's overtaxing New Zealanders. Last week, Mr Bridges told... Read More

Flying Hope to take over Baycourt

For TCSC Productions theatre is about learning, teaching and growing as people. Their latest venture ‘Flying Hope' is a show bringing community together... Read More

Inspirational patron remembered

Former Fire Service chief Mike Hall is remembered as an inspirational Police recruit wing patron who set a great example of leadership. Mike was patron of Wing... Read More

Vege prices could rise by 60 per cent by 2043

Horticulture New Zealand is warning vegetable prices could increase by nearly 60 per cent by 2043, if central and local government policies that will stop new... Read More

Car over bank on SH29A Matapihi

Update: 5:40pm A nose to tail crash has happened in the traffic on state highway 29A. The traffic has been caused by a vehicle going through a barrier and down... Read More

Free community mental health and wellness event

Te Puna Hauora Ki Uta Ki Tai is holding a free mental health and wellness event on October 10. The event will be taking place at the Queen Elizabeth Youth... Read More

Reports of low water pressure in Greerton

Tauranga City Council is reporting low water pressure issues in Greerton this afternoon. "Due to an issue with a bulk water main in Greerton, people are experiencing... Read More