Coronavirus

Police warn against parties

The police are renewing their warning that action will be taken against people breaching the lockdown regulations by attending parties 685 reports were filed in... Read More

Two new cases of COVID-19 today

The Ministry of Health has announced two new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in New Zealand today. There are no new probable cases. A statement issued by the Ministry... Read More

COVID-19 update: Six new cases today and one death

Today there are six new cases of COVID-19 made up of two new confirmed cases and four probable cases. The Ministry of Health says five of today's cases can be... Read More

Tauranga golfers keen to be back on the green

People's recreation options opened up with the arrival of alert level three and while surfing and fishing are often a solitary sport, the social element of golf... Read More

281 breaches of alert level 3 so far

Police will be out and about in communities throughout the country this weekend reminding people of alert level three restrictions. As at 6pm Thursday there have... Read More

University students celebrate virtual graduation

More than 1000 University of Waikato students graduated in April. While none could be part of a traditional ceremony because of lockdown, many have taken it upon... Read More

Council recovery plan focused on long-term support

Western Bay of Plenty District Council has agreed on an economic recovery plan to support the local economy and provide relief from the impact of COVID-19. The... Read More

New game teaches kids about COVID-19 safety

A new online game developed by New Zealand disaster recovery agencies is the latest weapon in the war against COVID-19. What's The Plan Stan? is a free online... Read More

Fears GP visits are being missed due to COVID-19

Māori health services are concerned fewer patients suffering chronic health conditions are getting in contact with their GPs. Modelling has found that Māori... Read More

Parks and reserves update at Alert Level 3

Following the nation being moved to COVID-19 Alert Level 3, Tauranga City Council is working to restore the city's parks and reserves. At Alert Level 3, council... Read More

Govt to provide SMEs with interest free loans

The government will now be providing 12-month interest free loans to small businesses impacted by COVID-19. The Small Business Cashflow Loan Scheme will... Read More

No duck hunting this weekend

Duck hunters are reminded that this weekend is not the start of the annual game bird season. Traditionally, the first Saturday in May is the opening of the annual... Read More