Latest from Tauranga
Puchner makes history with silver at U23 canoe slalom world titles
It's the first time a Kiwi has claimed an individual medal at this event.
One taken to Tauranga Hospital after SH29 crash
The crash at 5pm involved a car and a truck on SH29.
'Moments are priceless': Silver Ferns stars reunite for TV reality show
The show aims to inspire more girls to play netball across New Zealand.
Home-schooled students ride 755km to Parliament for equal sports access
Amelia Twiss and George Fisher made the journey over 10 days.
'A sad loss': Why this prostate cancer treatment is 'disappearing' in NZ
'It’s not the treatment that’s the problem,' a urologist says.
Kaitiaki fight pathogen endangering iconic Mauao pōhutukawa
Seven guardians with ancestral ties lead the investigation on the maunga.
'Current hotspot': Back-to-back national titles for Tauranga basketballers
The Under-18 and Under-20 women's teams won their championships.
Pedestrian injured in Pāpāmoa crash
The pedestrian was taken to Tauranga Hospital in moderate condition.
The amalgamation debate: Mayor claims 'no one’s prepared to act'
Tauranga mayor wants 'tough' conversations now. Where do the 3 other BoP leaders stand?
Rugby showdown: Local teams gear up for Baywide semis
Whakarewarewa dominated Te Puna with a 57-10 win in Rotorua.
'I wasn't prepared to wait': Youngest Govt MP on seizing his big opportunity
'I thought, I'm 26 years old, but I'm going to give this a crack – this is my home.'
'Ecstatic' reunion: Cat found after year-long disappearance
Twelve months after going missing in Hamurana, Franco the cat turned up.
The secret sauce of the bar named NZ's best
'I’ve always wanted to be called an institution – that’s my goal.'
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.
'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.
Boat in perilous position in Tauranga Harbour
Police were alerted to a sinking boat in Tauranga Harbour at 2.45pm.
'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.
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.
'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.