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Additional Police in Tauranga ahead of funeral

Police have called in extra staff and additional resources to have an increased presence in Tauranga on Thursday, November 28, monitoring a gang-connected funeral. 'Following... Read More

A rule change likely to hit property investors

Debt-to-income (DTI) rules are likely to hit investors harder than first-home buyers, as interest rates fall further over the coming year. DTIs took effect... Read More

Urgent SH1/SH29 repairs to cause delays tomorrow

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is advising that emergency road repairs will be carried out at the intersection of State Highway 1 and State Highway 29 in Piarere... Read More

Six-vehicle rear-end collision near Te Puna

Emergency services are responding to the scene of a multiple vehicle crash on State Highway 2 between Bethlehem and Te Puna. Police said a six-vehicle rear-end... Read More

Whitianga waterfront project up for discussion

Whitianga is being called on to have its say on how best to improve the town's wharf, waterfront and boating ramp areas, but costs and timelines are yet... Read More

Volunteers pack record number of Christmas boxes

More than 2000 volunteers in 13 locations across New Zealand, including Tauranga, are expected to pack a record 35,000 Christmas Boxes for families in need this... Read More

Plea for information after fatal BoP crash

Police are appealing for information following a fatal crash in the Ōpōtiki district over the weekend. Around 2pm on Saturday, November 23, police responded... Read More

Reserve Bank cuts Official Cash Rate

The Reserve Bank has cut the official cash rate (OCR) by 50 basis points to a two year low of 4.25 percent, as expected, saying a second consecutive super sized... Read More

Filmmakers seek support for ‘Pākehā’ film

A Tauranga film project is stirring excitement and pride within the local community. Directed by writer-director Mana Hira Davis, and produced by Eddie... Read More

Behind the scenes: The Pāpāmoa East Interchange

A morning of hands-on learning for 45 Pāpāmoa school students involved some hi-viz, a digger ride or two, and a lesson on what goes into building major roads... Read More

Time for Katikati’s Christmas celebration

Katikati will turn on the fun once again with the return of the much-loved Christmas in the Park next month. Christmas in the Park is an opportunity for local... Read More

Blood Service needs to fill 2500 BoP appointments

More than 2500 appointments for blood and plasma donations need to be filled in the Bay of Plenty region before Christmas to ensure demand can be met throughout... Read More