Tauranga's MP Simon Bridges has been voted the second most sexiest politicians - behind his leader, PM John Key. In the Durex-sponsored poll to find New Zealand's... Read More

Tauranga MP Simon Bridges says the weight of public opinion in his electorate is in favour of a three strike sentencing regime for the worst repeat offenders. This... Read More

The man who replaced former Prime Minister Helen Clark in the Mount Albert electorate will be in Tauranga on Friday speaking about his experiences working for the... Read More

The government's intention to create a tax system that is certain and easy to comply with is a move in the right direction, says Tauranga Chamber of Commerce CEO... Read More

The Prime Minister's announcement that there will be a likely hike in GST to about 15 per cent has raised concerns among Tauranga's social service agencies. In... Read More

Total changes to New Zealand tax structure being contemplated by the government amount to a $3-4 billion package, says Prime Minister John Key. In his first speech... Read More

Environment Bay of Plenty has approved a fund to commemorate former councillor Hawea Vercoe. Hawea, who represented the Okurei constituency, died last year after... Read More

At a Tauranga breakfast, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Biosecurity David Carter has given an optimistic picture of New Zealand's future concerning his portfolios,... Read More

The Mount Maunganui woman who designed the Tino Rangatiratanga flag says the decision to copyright it is not about money. Linda Munn is also refuting accusations... Read More

The general manager of Tauranga's biggest taxi company is calling on the government to pay for security cameras in all taxis because of its regulations that force... Read More

Tauranga MP Simon Bridges is defending the introduction of national standards as the system comes under increasing criticism from teachers, principals and unions. He... Read More

Tauranga MP Simon Bridges has welcomed the National caucus decision to adopt his Private Member's Bill on sentencing for animal cruelty offences as a Government... Read More