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Cameron Road construction continues in Tauranga

Tauranga City Council says construction along Cameron Road is largely focussed on and around the intersections and streetscape at present. Work is underway at... Read More

Autumn feijoa crop in good supply

Just in time for cooler temperatures across New Zealand, the annual feijoa crop is now in good supply. New Zealand Feijoa Growers Association manager Ian Turk... Read More

Intoxicated drivers disappoint Police at Beach Hop

Police say 20 people caught driving legally drunk the Beach Hop over the weeked is "unacceptable". Despite several fines being issued, police say the majority... Read More

Large fire in Whakamarama

Firefighters are at the scene of a large fire in Whakamarama. "There is a large building fire on Turner Road, Whakamarama," says Fire and Emergency New Zealand... Read More

Register pets at vets helps in later emergencies

Pet owners are being encouraged to register with a veterinary clinic, understand what services they provide, and have a robust emergency plan in place. Veterinary... Read More

Cold front moving northwards early this week

A cold front will move northwards over most of New Zealand on Tuesday, says MetService. A strong west to northwest flow precedes the front and a strong cold southerly... Read More

Kiwi singing legends kick off tour in the Bay

Local country music legend Brendan Dugan admits the upcoming nationwide tour as part of the NZ Highwaymen may well be his last. 'I've always said: ‘If my... Read More

Tauranga apprentices compete to build a fort

Building apprentices from across Tauranga will battle it out on Saturday April 1 at the New Zealand Certified Builders - NZCB - Apprentice Challenge Sponsored... Read More

Weaving love and protection

Weaving love and protection around newborns at the beginning of their life is at the heart of Leanne Emery's passion for the pregnant mums she encounters. Leanne,... Read More

New Western BOP building consent system to go live

Change is just around the corner for Western Bay of Plenty's building consenting system and early feedback has been positive overall. Western Bay of Plenty District... Read More

Adopt a street and help keep our town clean

Katch Katikati is excited to announce the launch of its new Adopt a Street programme, designed to bring the community together to keep our streets clean of litter. The... Read More

KPOP joining pop culture party at Armageddon

Hundreds are flocking in to Baypark Trust Arena for the second day of New Zealand's biggest pop culture event. The doors open again at 9am to the popular... Read More