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Organ donation means woman’s ’passing not in vain’

The parents of a young mum whose life was cut tragically short say organ donation has helped cast a positive light on a dark period of their lives. Hori and... Read More

Councillor labels begging ban an ‘embarrassment’

A bylaw banning begging and rough sleeping in Tauranga, Greerton and Mount Maunganui CBDs will come into effect from next year. Elected members voted 6-5 in favour... Read More

It’s cash only at the famous Maketu takeaways

There's a sign in the window of Maketu Takeaways - the fish 'n chip shop immortalised in Robin White's 1975 painting - saying "no eftpos, sorry for... Read More

Kiwi Keith, Peanuts and the weather

In today's weather forecast we are expecting cloudy periods, and a few showers in the afternoon and evening, with a chance of them being heavy with thunderstorms.... Read More

Police chase near Hairini

Tauranga residents who witnessed a police pursuit near Hairini last night, say police officers came under attack. Several police units were seen chasing an alleged... Read More

Katikati looking to bed-in Avocado Capital status

Katikati has proclaimed itself the Avocado Capital of New Zealand - now it's time to capitalise on that status, says Katch Katikati's promotions manager Jacqui... Read More

Sentimental journey for 90th birthday

Peter Carruthers came up with a unique way to celebrate his wife Alison's 90th birthday this week. Peter, who celebrated his 91st birthday on Wednesday, devised... Read More

More rain for the week ahead

Rain has fallen everywhere across the country during the past week, increasing the soil moisture levels in drier areas, while bringing too much rain for some.... Read More

Sharing the abundance with everyone

Give a little, take a little. That's the idea behind the crop swap, where too many lemons on your tree become someone else's lemon cake. Crop swapping, as it... Read More

Survey launched to help make cities stronger

Scientists are asking people to complete an online survey as part of research into the performance of buildings and infrastructure during earthquakes, and the... Read More

Work starts on new cycleway

Work has started on the new cycle trail link between Paengaroa and Rotoiti, and it could be opened temporarily for use over the Christmas break. The $150,000... Read More

BOP and Poverty Bay airmen recognised in awards

Almost 100 people attended the 2018 Awards Dinner of the NZ Division of the Royal Aeronautical Society, held on October 26 at the James Cook Hotel in Wellington,... Read More