New sculpture for Tauranga: Artist chosen for bold six-figure CBD artwork
Paul Darragh's piece comes after 7m steel sculpture installed in Red Square last year.
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'It was unreal': Orca pod amazes Tauranga jetskier near Whangamatā
The pod, including a large male, circled him and his group for about half an hour.
BoP shooting happened at 'private dwelling', suspect still wanted
Information sought about man in a green coat and gumboots.
Boat in perilous position in Tauranga Harbour
Police were alerted to a sinking boat in Tauranga Harbour at 2.45pm.
'Risk to the public': Police search for wanted man
Huirua has connections to the Eastern Bay of Plenty region.
'Unique challenges': Fresh ideas sought for Mount Maunganui parking woes
Parking woes in The Mount have led the council to seek out-of-the-box solutions.
Sea pods revitalise Tauranga waterfront with marine habitats
Tauranga installed 100 'sea pods' in May 2024 to boost marine habitats.
Truck driver back at work and walking again after surviving fatal crash
He had nine surgeries: 'There was nothing left - no bones or anything left in my foot.'
'The man I once trusted violently raped me': Man jailed for attacking ex-wife next to sleeping child
The man apologised to his victim, but pleaded not guilty.
'Do it now, run him over'. Teen who ran over mother's partner twice can finally be named
Rereamanu Ronaki-Wihapi's mother was drunk, and initially egged him on.
Hunter who feeds the hungry named Volunteer of the Year
His organisation donates venison to community groups across Aotearoa.
Downhill mountain bikers impress on world stage
Rotorua riders have strong performances in world series events in Italy.
Māori fighter stars in Netflix boxing event
Cherneka Johnson's fight will stream live on Netflix, a first for a Kiwi boxer.
Police search for suspect after man shot in leg
Information sought about man in green coat and gumboots on Pine Drive, Murupara.
Teen's sudden cancer diagnosis puts close-knit family on 'rollercoaster ride'
Tepora, 14, is fighting acute myeloid leukaemia at Starship kids' hospital in Auckland.
Balancing power: What the employment law changes mean for you
Comment: Employees earning over $180,000 lose the right to claim unjustified dismissal.
Nine Lotto players win nearly $31k each in Second Division – where tickets were sold
Lotto First Division Powerball was not struck and has jackpotted to $10m on Wednesday.
'He's just scared of me': Teen's Māori wards challenge to PM
Chris Hipkins agreed to meet him in Wellington after the Prime Minister said 'no'.
Region's first learning hub for migrant parents a 'transformative step'
The hub is aimed at empowering families to better understand NZ's education system.
Shane Te Pou: Springsteen is a pulse of musical power for the working class
Springsteen’s music resonates deeply, narrating my own story and struggles.
'God-given right': Family defends largely unconsented homestead on rural land
A family wanted to be left alone to develop their land without council interference.
'I'm proud of you': Sister's final message before fatal crash
Lily Arabin, 34, died in a car crash on the Tauranga Eastern Link on June 26.
Farmer's harrowing hours crushed beneath tractor
Peter was trapped under a tractor for hours on his Mangakino farm.
Farmer's harrowing hours crushed beneath tractor
Peter was trapped under a tractor for hours on his Mangakino farm. Video / Philips Search and Rescue Trust
'A f****** ugly mess': Gang boss' text after fatal hotbox attack on mate of 20 years
Tribesmen Aotearoa president Conway Rapana says he didn't want Mark Hohua to die that day.
Traffic concerns grow as Tauriko roading developments advance
One business owner is worried his street will become a shortcut between state highways.
Vehicle found submerged in Gate Pā waterway
Police confirmed the vehicle was stolen and unoccupied.
Flooding closes BoP road, over 100mm of rain recorded
All heavy rain warnings have been lifted for the region, but more rain and hail possible.
Five Steamers players making waves in the Māori All Blacks
The Māori All Blacks face Scotland in Whangārei on Saturday.
'Mortified': BoP Harbourmaster acts to prevent another Rena disaster
He has banned large vessels from using the gap between Astrolabe Reef and Mōtītī Island.
New speed cameras to tackle high-risk BoP roads
Construction starts on July 14 and will take three to four weeks to complete.
Appeal withdrawn over unlawful removal of Te Urewera huts
Te Uru Taumatua has withdrawn its appeal against the High Court ruling.
'Needs to be killed': Gang president allegedly ordered fatal attack on fellow member
After nearly three weeks of evidence, counsel have begun delivering closing statements.
'Oh hell, yeah': Pensioner moves from leaky caravan to new elder village
Steven Connelly, 67, has shifted into a new home in Katikati after six years in a caravan.