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Complaints about light-blocking kiwifruit shelters

Kiwifruit crop shelters that block light and affect views have been frustrating rural Whakatāne residents, prompting the council to re-examine its rules. More... Read More

Invasive weed eradicated from Pāpāmoa waterway

Biosecurity New Zealand is declaring the successful eradication of the aggressive aquatic weed salvinia from one Bay of Plenty site after four years of work. "It's... Read More

Forum highlights maternal mental health issues

Whānau Āwhina Plunket is helping increasing numbers of Bay of Plenty women seeking mental health support, the latest PlunketLine call figures reveal. The PlunketLine... Read More

Resolutions passed on sale of elder housing

Around $38.6 million is expected as gross proceeds from the sale of seven or nine Tauranga Council elder housing villages to Kāinga Ora: Homes and Communities... Read More

School attendance rates rising as Covid cases drop

Thousands more children are going to school each day as Covid-19 case numbers drop. Principals had worried August would be the worst period for winter illnesses... Read More

Firefighters industrial action halted

A firefighter is warning that trust in FENZ has deteriorated to a point where it cannot be regained unless there are changes in management. After an impasse... Read More

Whakaari sends out fresh plumes

Large plumes of steam and gas have been rising from Whakaari/White Island. But, there is no cause for concern, according to GNS Science, which says the volcano... Read More

Aims Games: City prepares for 20,000 visitors

After a two-year hiatus, over 20,000 visitors are expected in Tauranga this week for the Zespri AIMS Games. The games are one of the largest sporting championships... Read More

BOP Lotto player wins $500K

Two lucky Lotto players from Auckland and Bay of Plenty will be ending the month on a high after each winning $500,000 with Lotto First Division in Wednesday night's... Read More

Vandalism: $4500 tree targeted at Pāpāmoa reserve

A native titoki tree, costing $4500 to purchase and install, has been subject to vandalism at the Pāpāmoa Stormwater Reserve. Tauranga City Council parks and... Read More

Veterans‘ support proposal out for consultation

A proposal intended to make it simpler for veterans, their families and whānau to access services is out for public consultation. Veterans' Affairs wants to... Read More

Inflation predicted to remain high for many years

New Zealanders are expected to face a tough year with inflation, housing and a tight labour market set to put the screws on the economy. Economic predictions... Read More