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Red riders step up to threaten stars

Experience is always a huge advantage in top national-level sport, but the rising young stars of motocross racing have shown they are quick learners indeed. The... Read More

Interpretive signs to be installed on Cameron Road

As part of the finishing touches along Cameron Road, Tauranga City Council contractors are installing interpretive signs. Interpretative signage covers a... Read More

Snowline survey reveals continued shrinkage

New Zealand's glaciers appear "smashed and shattered" due to enduring ice loss, says NIWA. Since the 1970s, NIWA has been flying over New Zealand's... Read More

The weather in the run-up to Easter

A series of fronts are expected to make their way over the country this week, bringing strong northwesterly winds and periods of rain. On Thursday, a cold... Read More

New bridge at Cambridge Road opening

The new 100m bridge at Cambridge Road between Bethlehem and Tauriko will open to traffic in April, marking what NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi says is a major... Read More

Police interviewing dozens of homicide witnesses

Police have now identified more than 40 witnesses who were at the scene of Sunday's double-homicide in Gisborne. "We know there were about 100 people at this... Read More

Govt: almost $3m for period products in schools

The Coalition Government has committed $2.9 million to ensure intermediate and secondary schools continue providing period products to those who need them, Minister... Read More

How are couples handling hybrid work - study

Hybrid work, where people spend time in the office and time working from home, has moved from an emerging trend to the preferred option in this post-pandemic... Read More

Council to buy out slip damaged Tauranga homes

Slip-affected homeowners in a Tauranga suburb are closer to a solution after council agreed to fund a buyout in conjunction with the government. Extreme rainfall... Read More

Empowering people to save stranded marine mammals

In a bid to bolster marine mammal rescue efforts, a freshly trained group of volunteers are now equipped with the vital skills needed to save stranded whales... Read More

Arrests made after serious assault on The Strand

Police investigating a serious assault on The Strand can advise two people have been arrested thanks to information from the public and staff enquiries. "Two... Read More

Cadets to play Greerton in cricket final

Despite rain winning on the day, two teams have now emerged to play in the finals of the 2024 Versatile Tauranga Williams Cup at Easter. The close of play... Read More