'Proud moment': App from young innovator takes top award
Young Innovators Awards yia winners announced.
'Mighty dream': Bid to build cancer lodge near hospital hits hurdles
Some people 'compromising' on cancer fight due to costs, logistics of getting to Tauranga.
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What's on around the Bay of Plenty region.
Rate cut fuels immediate upturn in NZ housing market - hottest cities revealed
New figures show where Kiwis are looking to buy.
Coromandel golf club to host first pro event in almost 20 years
A golf club which borders the shores of Matarangi Beach will host a group of pro-golfers.
'Boost of confidence': Ex-Ōtūmoetai College student named finalist in fashion competition
After graduating, he would like to work overseas and 'gain some industry experience'.
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Tauranga’s Coreen Gray celebrates 100 years
Coreen Gray playing piano at her 100th birthday celebration at Bayswater.
Skydive Tauranga looks forward to cruise ship season
Skydive Tauranga owner Gui Calmelet says most of his cruise ship customers are crew members. Video / Harriet Laughton
The Wiggles are coming to Tauranga
The Wiggles are bringing their techno dance party to Tauranga in the new year. Video / Supplied
Tidal lane touted for Turret Rd but is too late?
Tauranga City Council is seeking funding for the $82m 15th Ave to Welcome Bay project
Owners say dream shattered after Kāinga Ora buys 35 neighbouring homes
Homes about providing for need, Barrett Homes says.
'Violent sexual fantasies': Tears as jury finds man guilty of raping teen
Raveen Saily had "warped attitudes about consent" when he forced teen to do sexual acts.
'More arrests expected': Two charged after Tauranga Sikh temple brawl
Two men are scheduled to appear in Tauranga District Court.
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'I lie awake worrying about money': Middle-income Kiwis on the brink
They're okay, but only just - and not without sacrifices and side hustles.
'Magical place': The Mount homes worth millions - and why their owners won't sell
One was bought for $11,500. It's now worth more than $3 million.
'Reduced scale': $400m Mt Maunganui retirement village granted consent
Council reveals price paid for its former elder housing village site.
139 jobs lost as mussel processing plant in Tauranga set to close
The joint venture is 'unable to profitably process mussels in Tauranga'.
'Families are drowning': Tenants under pressure in NZ's priciest region for rents
'Landlords are trying to increase rents, but without the demand.'
Mount residents 'furious' at decision on high-rise rules
'If ... it was a normal democracy, there’s no way that that would get ruled in.'
Our community
Athenree Rd: Five cars down the same bank this year
Locals are concerned about people driving too fast for the conditions of the road.
Thames-Coromandel to have Māori ward at 2025 elections
Thames-Coromandel will have a Māori ward at the 2025 local elections.
Hauraki mayor reaffirms Māori wards for 2025 election
The council unanimously voted to reaffirm its resolution to establish a Māori Ward.
News in brief: Te Puna to Waihī Beach
Housie and quiz night saved, new councillor sworn in and a ‘thank you, Katikati’ letter.
Walking festival strides for continuity
The event will be extended to three weeks and new Western Bay walks will be announced.
Sport news
Dame Lisa Carrington rules out political career
The champion is giving herself time to decide on another Olympics.
Coromandel golf club to host first pro event in almost 20 years
A golf club which borders the shores of Matarangi Beach will host a group of pro-golfers.
Springboks power home to win third straight over All Blacks
The All Blacks were denied a famous win in South Africa.
Business
JLL retirement village study: population up, companies adjust growth
Most older people do not live in such villages, even with 53,000 people there now.
Mark Lister: Why gold is a must-have diversifier in uncertain economic times
OPINON: Gold has been one of the best performing assets these past two years.
ELE collapse: Deloitte repaying staff $4.1m owed, BNZ gets full amount
Receivers have collected about 85% of the total amount owed by debtors.
Lifestyle
JLL retirement village study: population up, companies adjust growth
Most older people do not live in such villages, even with 53,000 people there now.
Chomping down bigtime: Fast-food giant expanding in NZ
New outlets across the country contributed to the New Zealand arm performing strong.
Motorcycle enthusiasts to converge on Coromandel town
Kickdown Festival with music and motorcycles set to return to Whangamatā.
Opinion
The youngsters who Razor should retain
Opinion: A few All Blacks debutants raised their hand high to coach Scott Robertson.
Liam Napier: The new caps to expect in Robertson's first All Blacks squad
OPINION: Scott Robertson will name his 32-man squad on Monday evening.
Kris Shannon: The beginning of the end for Kane Williamson
OPINION: The situation provides a chance to reflect on what might have been.
Rural news
The science behind Dannevirke's odourless shelter of steaming cow poo
A farmer uses the manure from its 650-cow-shelter to make its own fertiliser.
Bay of Islands invasive caulerpa battle gears up with $10m boost
World-leading caulerpa eradication trials are taking a major step forward.
Liquidators appointed to investigate Waitonui Group
The company operates three large dairy farms - one in Taupō and two in North Otago.
Car news & advice
Volkswagen Golf GTE PHEV review: from I to E
Is the Volkswagen Golf GTE really a plug-in hybrid alternative to the legendary GTI?
Aston Martin Vanquish: brand's fastest, most powerful front-engined V12 to date
Move over DBS, the Aston Martin Vanquish is back... with a brand new V12.
2024 MG HS: new look, conventional values
A conventional compact SUV, but the 2024 MG HS is a solid step up.
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