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New road link will connect Whiore Ave to SH29

A new public transport link is taking shape in Tauriko as work continues on a major upgrade at the intersection of State Highway 29 and Cambridge Rd. The... Read More

Zespri tracking well despite global headwinds

The Bay of Plenty's biggest business is on track for another strong season, with Zespri now about 60% through its global sales programme and on course to complete... Read More

Port expansion step closer after draft ruling

Port of Tauranga has cleared a significant hurdle in its bid to expand capacity, with an expert panel issuing a draft decision to approve the company's fast-track... Read More

Tauranga festival celebrates older residents

A week-long festival celebrating Tauranga's older residents will return this October, offering dozens of opportunities to connect, learn, be active and have... Read More

One person injured in Pyes Pā crash

A person has suffered minor injuries following a single-vehicle crash on Kennedy Rd this afternoon. Emergency services were called to the crash at about 3pm. The... Read More

Dairy farmers invest in more animal housing

The rising use of animal shelters in New Zealand agriculture coincides with Government changes in animal care legislation. The National Animal Welfare Advisory... Read More

Gorge closures set to disrupt SH2 traffic

Motorists travelling through the Karangahake Gorge are being urged to plan ahead, with a series of daytime closures scheduled on State Highway 2 later this month... Read More

Snowfall warning issued for Desert Rd

Motorists travelling on the Desert Rd are being urged to take extra care today, with snow forecast to affect the busy central North Island route from this afternoon. MetService... Read More

High-voltage line trip causes widespread outage

A high-voltage line trip left 933 properties across Welcome Bay without power on Monday evening, with CCTV footage capturing bright flashes in the sky around... Read More

Free Barkfest dog festival coming to Tauranga

Dog owners and their four-legged companions will have a chance to celebrate all things canine when Barkfest comes to Tauranga for the first time later this year. The... Read More

Bay of Plenty faces week of frosts

Bay of Plenty residents are being urged to rug up as a persistent southerly blast delivers colder temperatures, widespread frosts and a wintry feel across the... Read More

Ōropi slip: Wall built with 2500 tonnes of rock

Tauranga City Council is set to complete the final stage of repairs to the slip below Ōropi Rd this week. Overnight resurfacing is scheduled for Wednesday,... Read More