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Mt Maunganui boat crash: Skipper who fell asleep at wheel fined $7k
The boat crashed into the base of Mauao in January 2020 after the skipper fell asleep.
Seally season: Seal chases cat into marine biologist's lounge
'The one kind of family emergency where a marine biologist would have been useful.'
The Premium Debate: Subscribers overwhelmingly in favour of funding Trikafta
OPINION: Premium subscribers react to news that drug could be step closer to being funded.
Retirement village boom: Expert predicts sector could pump $1b into Bay economy
'Pāpāmoa, in particular, continues to be a popular place to retire.'
'Horrible, terrible, nasty': Council approves weed killers for sports fields
Despite their advisory forum's objections, two new chemicals can be used on a trial basis.
Parent allegedly assaults son's rugby coach - police investigating
The Bay of Plenty Rugby Union said the incident took place at the weekend.
'A step forward': Cystic fibrosis community excited, hopeful for 'miracle' drug funding
One man said it would be a "totally different world" if the drug was funded.
Jo Raphael: Our local elections need lively debate, discussion and competition
OPINION: Some fields are wide open, while others are a cakewalk.
'I froze': Woman's scary experience while working alone from home
The woman usually has the sliding door at the back of the house open for air and sunlight.
Trauma counsellors: Ending bullying starts with 'treating it seriously'
Bay counsellors say some people carry the stigma of bullying at school into adulthood.
'Get out and do something': Action plan for city centre adopted
"Now the challenge in front of us is to move it beyond a plan."
Back to court: Council appeals unsuccessful dog attack prosecution
The council is going back to court, appealing its failed charge against the dog's owner.
Cystic fibrosis: Pharmac receives updated advice for funding Trikafta
Pharmac has re-ranked Trikafta on its Options for Investment list after updated advice.
'Life after breast cancer': Survivors' dragon boating team fundraising
They want to raise $30,000 to enter an international regatta at Lake Karāpiro in April.
Spike in applications for bollards outside Bay businesses
One Rotorua store has installed planter boxes filled with concrete as makeshift bollards.
'A genuine sense of relief': Taumata School students move into new teaching block
So far about $80 million had been spent by the Ministry of Education on the projects.
'She had a lot more to give': Remembering volunteer extraordinaire Allison Stewart
"She would just walk into a room and everyone would be instantly happier"
Tauranga Lotto player wins with second division ticket
Tauranga Lotto punter is $22,000 richer with a second division ticket.
Country music star Tami Neilson rides high on global acclaim
BIG READ: The singer is in the midst of a New Zealand tour.
Rugby legend's widow honours legacy one year after fatal heart attack on rugby sidelines
Former Bay of Plenty Steamers captain Mark Weedon died of a heart attack last year.
'Kiwi innovation shining': Climate Change Minister hears duo's e-bus dreams
James Shaw toured the Tauriko workshop where a variety of electric buses are being built.
Pāpāmoa residents vs city council: Reserve fight taken to Ombudsman's office
'We had very little say in terms of getting things done or even considered.'
Charities struggle as donations dwindle: Some shortfalls more than $1m
The cost of living crisis has hit charities which are struggling with shortfalls.
'A bruising three years': Teacher guilty of serious misconduct speaks out
Greg Robinson was censured after removing an earphone from a student's ear.
Strong contest for regional Tauranga seats, Western Bay mayoralty
A final list of nominations is due to be released on August 17.
Sonya Bateson: Sam Uffindell - will we see an arc of redemption or fall from grace?
OPINION: Putting your leader in such a quandary is not a good look for MP of two months.
'Embarrassment': Some Tauranga Māori call for Uffindell to resign, others defend 'the kid'
One kaumātua says the MP has brought the area into disrepute and he should resign now.
Should he stay or should he go? Tauranga locals react to Uffindell saga
Mixed reaction about Sam Uffindell's political future.
'Good news': Plans for $100m-plus new aged care facility revealed
The proposed development would take place on former Mount Maunganui elder housing land.
Parliament wants to know if you would choo-choo-choose to travel by train
Parliament wants to know if New Zealanders want more passenger trains.
'Pretty yuck': National leaders condemn underwear trophies at Uffindell's student flat
Too soon to discuss possibility of another Tauranga byelection: Luxon.
Police allege burglary, robbery and ram raid linked to same group
He is due to appear in Tauranga District Court tomorrow.