Housing project prioritises chronic health sufferers, older tenants
The project includes six units prioritising older people and those with health conditions.
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He was in court on charges relating to stolen vehicles, ram raids and dairy robberies.
Man’s drink-driving conviction overturned on appeal after lawyer, police errors
Zebulon Lawrance was more than twice the legal drink driving limit but has been let off.
Name suppression lifted for woman accused of Gate Pā murder
Rachael Eddy, 50, denies murdering Ross Kennedy in Gate Pā, Tauranga.
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The club excelled in financial management, track performance, and marketing.
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SH29 reopens follow truck breakdown
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Tauranga byelection: Q&As with the five candidates
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Black Caps chase clean sweep at Bay Oval
Black Caps take on Pakistan on Saturday at Bay Oval in third ODI.
How a ‘near death’ experience changed one woman’s path to hope and happiness
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‘Any dog can bite’: Fatal attack spark calls for safety education
There were nearly 3000 dog-related injuries involved children under 15 last year.
Dogs euthanised after fatal attack on boy weren’t ‘menacing’ breeds
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Strokes of inspiration? Mayors Mahé and James hit the water
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Whether motorcyclist could see traffic signal before fatally hitting two pedestrians debated
The 60-year-old man is defending two charges of manslaughter.
‘Could take some time’: Salvage operation under way for tipped barge
A tipped barge at Tauranga's marina could take time to salvage, says council.
Tauranga Special School marks 60 years of educating diverse learners
The original 1965 building still stands, now with many upgrades.
‘A love letter to Tauranga’: The musical comedy series coming to NZ screens
The new series Happiness highlights musical theatre in local Kiwi communities
Tauranga crashes: Serious injuries and road closures
One person has suffered moderate injuries.
‘Island in the wilderness’: Proposed boundary shift sparks concern
Residents say the proposed boundaries ignore local geographic ties.
Former Bay of Plenty lawyer admits $375k fraud after obstructing investigation
More than 1200 false claims were sent to the Ministry of Justice.
Nan’s ‘unbearable’ grief after 4yo moko killed by dogs
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‘Edgy’ comedian Jimmy Carr set to return to the NZ regions he previously roasted
The comedian's previous remarks about some NZ towns ruffled Kiwi feathers.
'Splits us into two': Willie Apiata hands over Victoria Cross over entitlements issue
He gifted his medal to Veterans Affairs minister Chris Penk in the hope of a law change.
Big transport projects on track
Construction of the Pāpāmoa East Interchange is set to finish next year.
Barge capsizes in Tauranga Harbour, 10l diesel spill contained
About 10 litres of diesel spilled; absorbent booms are in place.
Tree removal marks start of restoration at historic site
The project aims to stabilise the site by strengthening the redoubt banks.
Big changes for art gallery and its supporters
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How a Facebook post led to the rapid recovery of a stolen tiny home
The tiny home was stolen on March 29 at 4am from Rea Rd, Katikati.
Three dogs euthanised after fatal attack on 4-year-old child
The breeds of the dogs have not been 'fully confirmed'.