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Police cordon off Tauranga street during incident

Police have cordoned off part of central Tauranga as they respond to an incident this afternoon. A police spokesperson said officers were called to First... Read More

Passenger jumps into sea to save stranger

A 79-year-old man who was knocked unconscious after being flung from a fishing charter vessel believes he would have died if it weren't for another passenger. The... Read More

Farmer’s life with 10 working Clydesdales

For most farmers, tractors are the machinery of choice. For Pongakawa contract milker Ross Wilson, it's a team of powerful Clydesdales. The thundering... Read More

Young artists share their vision in Katikati

A free exhibition of artworks created by local youth to create a peaceful world is coming to Katikati for the first time. Tūmanako! Children and Youth Art:... Read More

Lions build a new home for books in Bethlehem

Book lovers have a new place to browse in Bethlehem, thanks to two handy Lions members who have turned an idea into a community asset. Bethlehem Te Puna Lions... Read More

BOP-linked players named in All Blacks squad

Bay of Plenty rugby fans will have plenty to cheer about when the All Blacks take on the Sharks in Durban on Wednesday morning NZT. Bay of Plenty product... Read More

Serious injuries in Western Bay of Plenty crash

A person has been seriously injured following a three-vehicle crash on State Highway 2 at Aongatete. Police were called to the crash at about 6pm on Sunday... Read More

Flights of Fancy takes wing in Ōmokoroa

The artistry, creativity and personal stories behind modern embroidery are on display this month in the Tauranga Embroiderers' Guild's Flights of Fancy exhibition... Read More

Hairini Bridge cleared for upgrade plans

A structural assessment has confirmed the Hairini Bridge is strong enough to support Tauranga City Council's proposed upgrades as part of the 15th Ave to Welcome... Read More

Creating a pathway for Bay footballers

The rapid rise of women's football is being felt well beyond the world's biggest stadiums, and a new player pathway in the Western Bay of Plenty is giving talented... Read More

Movement 44 keeps young dancers moving

When StarJam closed its doors last year, Kate Smith saw more than the loss of a dance class. She saw young people with disabilities lose a place where they... Read More

Weekend windfall for Tauranga Lotto player

A Tauranga Lotto player is celebrating a weekend windfall after winning more than $16,000 in Lotto Second Division on Saturday night. The winning ticket was... Read More