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Twirl back in time at Katikati’s dance night

Those who walk through the doors of Katikati War Memorial Hall next Saturday night will literally step back in time for an evening of dancing the town's Irish... Read More

Motorsport park at TECT closer to starting line

Progress is driving forward for plans to create a new motorsport and driver training facility at TECT Park. Western Bay of Plenty Council (WBOPDC) signed... Read More

Q&A: Councillor candidates address election issues

Rates affordability and housing are some of the biggest issues Western Bay of Plenty District Council candidates want to address if elected. Voting in... Read More

Fatal crash: Family urges action on fatigue

The family of a Rotorua teen killed in a crash on her way home from Rhythm & Vines says music festivals need to do more to try to prevent young concertgoers... Read More

Police dogs deployed in Te Puke manhunt

Update, 10pm: Police are continuing to make enquiries following a search for a man in the Te Puke area. 'Police were called at around 4.10pm to an address... Read More

Ikea 'creates huge opportunities'

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says Ikea's entry to the New Zealand market will be good for local businesses. Luxon visited Tauranga's Mainfreight branch... Read More

Veteran musician on importance of prostate checks

When Brendan Dugan is on-stage, he often talks of his prostate cancer diagnosis . 'Afterwards, I always get men come up to me to talk about it, wondering... Read More

$300m Kawerau wood pellet plant to cut coal use

Construction of a $300 million wood pellet plant in the Eastern Bay of Plenty is expected to start next month, with hopes it could reduce coal use. Kawerau... Read More

Free tennis event in Tauranga welcomes all ages

Tauranga and Western Bay of Plenty residents young and old can fall in love with tennis this Sunday. Seven local clubs will open their doors and courts to... Read More

Broken arm doesn't stop Mount indoor bowler

Billie Wallace kneels down to bowl her first bowl. She's not only concentrating on the line, but she's also trying extra hard to keep her balance. That's... Read More

Gang member’s jail term upheld after attack

A man was left without the use of his legs permanently after five gang associates attacked him in his home and stole his wallet and cellphone. Details... Read More

Tauranga boxer set for World Championships debut

Tauranga-based boxer Wesley Cameron is stepping onto the world stage this week as he represents New Zealand at the prestigious World Amateur Boxing Championships... Read More