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BOP fishers and divers asked to share sightings

With the Bay of Plenty being a boating and water-sport mecca in summer months, the Department of Conservation is encouraging users to share their share sightings... Read More

Study shows people's thoughts on paying for water

A new survey shows most people think it is fair for households to pay for water based on how much they use. The Infrastructure Commission asked 3000 people... Read More

Warning of pitfalls of supermarket loyalty schemes

A consumer watchdog is warning deals offered by supermarket loyalty schemes are not as cost-saving as they appear. Woolworths has announced a new loyalty... Read More

Tauranga teacher found guilty of child assault

A Tauranga primary school teacher found guilty of assaulting a child, will be sentenced in April. Jane Hanuere Sowerby, 55, appeared in Tauranga District... Read More

Crash involving excess breath alcohol

Reports are coming in of a crash in Welcome Bay. Police responded to a two vehicle collision on the intersection of Welcome Bay Rd and Awapuni Place. The... Read More

Tauranga jazz fest tickets being snapped up

Those planning their Easter entertainment should move fast to grab early-bird tickets for the 2024 Port of Tauranga Jazz Festival before the offer closes February... Read More

Meet Murphy of Pāpāmoa

‘Murphy' - it's a spud. It's also a Gaelic name meaning ‘warrior of the sea'. And the most common family name in Ireland. Or it could be a $4000,... Read More

Council buys Cameron Road Warehouse building

Tauranga City Council has purchased The Warehouse building at 483 Cameron Road which will house four new indoor courts as part of the Memorial Park redevelopment. The... Read More

North Island Surf Boat Championships in Waihi

The country's top surf boat crews will be gathering at Waihi Beach this weekend for the North Island Surf Boat Championships. Taking place on 3 - 4 February,... Read More

Council welcomes fresh Government approach

Tauranga City Council's Commission has welcomed the approach taken by the National-led coalition Government to many of the issues affecting the local government... Read More

Tangiwai Shield to be unveiled in Tauranga

The most poignant chapter in the long history of New Zealand and South African cricket is to be officially recognised with the unveiling of the Tangiwai Shield. Ahead... Read More

Totara Street closure from next Friday

A much-needed upgrade to Totara Street is likely to cause major traffic delays in the surrounding area. Residents are being asked to allow extra time to... Read More