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Stu Wilson: Former All Blacks captain dies

Former All Blacks captain Stu Wilson has died, aged 70. Wilson, who could play centre or wing, made 85 appearances for the All Blacks between 1976-83,... Read More

Prevent loved ones getting listeriosis

New Zealand Food Safety wants people to take some practical steps to avoid a rare and life-threatening but preventable foodborne illness. "While rare, every... Read More

Basalaj led a Honda 1-2 finish at nationals

South Islander Bailey Basalaj led a Honda 1-2 finish to the top of the series podium as his year's New Zealand Enduro Championships wrapped up in the North Island. The... Read More

Mauao base track closure postponed

The partial closure of Te Ara Tūtanga (Mauao base track), which was previously scheduled for Tuesday, June 10, has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. Tauranga... Read More

Bringing families together with Parent Boost

The Government is delivering on its commitment to support parents living offshore to visit and stay with their families in New Zealand for longer, Prime Minister... Read More

Men’s Health Week: check on your mental health

Men's Health Week, which runs from June 9-15, is a good and timely reminder that no one should ever feel ashamed or afraid to reach out for support with their... Read More

Council improves consenting performance

Tauranga City Council said it has made good progress in improving its consenting performance for the 2024/25 financial year, but acknowledges there is still... Read More

Pyes Pā Art Lovers exhibition blooms

The inaugural Pyes Pā Art Lovers Exhibition is next weekend at the Pyes Pā Hall. Dedicated to supporting the local artist community and young artists of... Read More

Council to sell Zespri and Seeka shares

Western Bay of Plenty District Council has agreed to sell its shareholdings in Zespri Group Ltd and Seeka Ltd. Councillors made the decision last week as... Read More

Memorable day for Kiwi riders in Austria

New Zealand downhill riders were on fire at the UCI World Series at Leogang in Austria with top-five placings in each of the four championship classes, topped... Read More

Katikati’s Matariki dawn service cuts into soul

Take Katikati's Long Park Rd as far as it can deliver you. To that beautiful place, the reserve, Te Whareorahi, just on dawn, at 5.30am on Friday, June 20. Then... Read More

Hard fought battle between Greerton and Te Puke

The intensity of the Baywide Premier title race ratcheted up after play resumed on Saturday, following last weekend's Kings Birthday holiday break. Baywide... Read More