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Break out the family treasures

Dig out those manky old forgotten coins, banknotes, medals, badges and stamps from the socks and undies drawer. It's an opportunity to capitalise - it's the... Read More

“Irresponsible actions” create safety concerns

Tauranga Police are urging recreational users of motorcycles at parks and reserves to respect others and ensure their bikes are roadworthy. 'It's really important... Read More

200kgs of meth seized in police raids

Three people have been arrested and more than 200kgs of methamphetamine has been seized in the Waikato following an investigation by New Zealand Police. Earlier... Read More

History returns to Tauranga

The double-hulled sailing canoe Fa'afaite has arrived safe and sound in Tauranga Harbour on Friday, after leaving Tahiti on August 20 and crossing the Pacific... Read More

Vape device prompts emergency service callout

Emergency services were called to meet flight NZ8265 from Tauranga to Wellington this morning. A spokesperson from Air New Zealand says they requested... Read More

Papamoa bus users left in the lurch

A Papamoa resident is pushing to have a critical bus service extended, saying it's the only way she can directly commute to the CBD on public transport. Route... Read More

Tauranga CBD Campus’ triple win at property awards

The University of Waikato's Tauranga CBD campus is now a triple winner. The campus was celebrated at the 2019 Bay of Plenty Property People Awards last... Read More

Charges laid after Rotorua fatal crash

A 38-year-old man has been charged following a bus crash which killed five people. Police have charged the man with careless use of a motor vehicle causing... Read More

Powerco holding pop-up Power Hour

Electricity lines company Powerco is hosting a ‘Power Hour' pop-up event to showcase its investment in the Tauranga region during the past year, and share... Read More

$17,550 fines for giving false information

The Captain and Chief Officer of an Isle of Man flagged bulk carrier, Emile Bulker, gave false information to Maritime NZ after a crewman passed out because of... Read More

International act arrives for PIC Coastal Classic

An international competitor is making the most of a door being left ajar after Frank Racing, the current record holder of the PIC Coastal Classic yacht race from... Read More

Reducing traffic congestion in the workplace

As a way of doing their part to minimise traffic woes in the Tauranga CBD, The Kollective has purchased electric scooters, electric bikes, and an electric cars... Read More