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Sentimental parcel missing in Otumoetai

A woman is appealing for any information about a parcel containing sentimental items that has gone missing after it was delivered to a Tauranga address. According... Read More

Police: Deaths on the road are not inevitable

Mistakes on the road are inevitable, but deaths and serious injuries aren't. That's the message behind a new campaign launched today aimed at building public... Read More

Fatal crash near Taupō

One person has died following a single-vehicle crash near Taupō. Emergency services were called to the crash on Western Bay Road, Waihaha, about 12.50pm on Wednesday. In... Read More

Paeroa fire: “It won‘t be the end of us”

As her charity shop went up in flames, all Sue Turner could do was stand back and watch. Seven fire engines were sent to the fire, which started about 12.30pm... Read More

MOH under fire for BOP locations of interest error

A Tauranga man, whose business was incorrectly listed as a Covid-19 location of interest, says the Ministry of Health failed to contact him beforehand and he is... Read More

Omicron: Govt to announce next step in response

Those on the frontline of the Omicron outbreak are hoping for a swift move to phase three of the government's response. It would mean fewer people will have... Read More

Incoming travellers to get rapid antigen tests

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says travellers coming into Auckland Airport will be issued with a pack including three rapid antigen tests, information and advice... Read More

New helpline to offer prescriptions for abortions

A free 24-hour abortion helpline will be rolled out nationwide where people can be prescribed medication over the phone to end unwanted pregnancies. The service... Read More

Best bridge players battle it out

The New Zealand National Bridge Congress hosted hugely successful event last week, with some thrilling competitions and triumphant winners. The event, which... Read More

Bridge restrictions in place for SH35

A reduced weight restriction to heavy vehicle loading is in place on a bridge on State Highway 35. Routine structural inspection of the one-lane Raukokere River... Read More

Kiwi charity receives $1.3M funding

Kiwi charity Keep New Zealand Beautiful has been named a recipient of $1.3 million in funding from the Ministry for the Environment's Waste Minimisation Fund.... Read More

Starlink to pass over Tauranga tonight

Starlink trains spotters will be praying for a clear night sky as astronomers predict Starlink G4-8 to be visible over Tauranga tonight. The Tauranga Astronomical... Read More