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Marcel Currin: Beauty in the eye of the beard holder
A few weeks ago a study somewhere found faecal matter in facial hair. This much is true: some beards are grotty. But so are some people, says Marcel Currin.

Editorial: Embrace growth in Bay
The Western Bay is a great place to live and the growth will only make it better, writes Amy Wiggins.

Marcel Currin: No time out for 'woman flu'
Man flu should just be called "taking sensible measures when you have a cold", writes Marcel Currin.

Editorial: Council must play its part
During the past few weeks, we've seen numerous Tauranga residents take it upon themselves to get stuff done.

Indoor bowls: NZ takes the lead in transtasman battle
The first international indoor bowls test series to be held in Tauranga between New Zealand and Australia got rolling at the Mount Sports Centre yesterday.

Marcel Currin: Little things can make our day
So there I am, a grown man nervous about interrupting a group of small children. But I still pretend to be a confident grown-up, writes Marcel Currin.

Editorial: Think before posting
Usually I have no sympathy for people who get themselves in trouble for posting things online without thinking.

Editorial: Testing for P a must
We've all heard the horror stories of what P does to people. There's no question it's dangerous and harmful. But what about its effects on the buildings where it is cooked and used?

Editorial: Police lack of action baffles
Laws need to be applied evenly and consistently if they are to be respected.

Richard Moore: Really, some kids do have'em
Why are some parents so careless about safety? Not just thoughtless but criminally negligent when it comes to protecting their children.