A dispute, a fire and a $100k bill: Five-year battle over public reserve comes to an end
A fire, burying of rubbish and threat of more permanent structures sparked renewed action.
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Samantha Motion: Protests trump apathy as climate disaster looms
Opinion: Perhaps 'extreme' protests are needed to snap us out of our cognitive dissonance.
'Did we miss something?' Retired detective's 30-year search for answers in cold case
The family of Judy Yorke, last seen at a Tauranga party, and a retired cop still hope.
'Intense': Sam Uffindell tells of furore's impact on him and family
Tauranga MP also tells of the conversation during that trip with Todd Muller.
'Distressing': Family's grief reignited after authorities remove 'sacred' memorial seat
'They've taken away a place of remembrance for us without talking to us...'
Council's diversity campaign leads to less diversity
While there were some younger members on the council, there was less ethnic diversity.
Ōmokoroa Point School students voice heard in new billboard design
It features a beach, pōhutukawa, and kuaka (godwit) and will be at the SH2 entrance.
Track surface big focus of speedway opening race night
Super saloons, midgets, sprint cars, super stocks and mini stocks on programme.
Malachi Subecz death: Te Pāti Māori renews calls for heads to roll
Te Pāti Māori wants all reports of abuse to Oranga Tamariki passed on to police.
Sonya Bateson: Don't hold your breath if you're trying to reach The Good Place
OPINION: I'd appreciate being able to buy things knowing that children weren't harmed.
Citizens Advice Bureau's new 'lease of life' and surge in clients
The bureau has a new home and is helping hundreds more people.
Letters to the editor: Support for Tauranga speedway groups over possible legal action
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
Pāpāmoa retirement village plans $30m build
It was among $96m of residential and commercial building consents issued last month.
Explainer: Why did the appeal against teen rapist's home detention sentence fail?
Judge wasn't happy with teen rapist's jail-free sentence. But she didn't change it. Why?
Mexico, meth and money laundering: Drug ring accused changes plea
The man is one of nine people charged with an alleged drug smuggling plot at the port.
Man pleads guilty in David Kuka case
Kuka was killed execution-style in what police believe to be a case of mistaken identity.
$43m in regional council rates yet to be paid as more than half fail to meet due date
The BOPRC rates bill has been met with surprise and 'shock' among some.
Sam Uffindell gifted nearly $180k for byelection campaign
The highest amount declared was two-thirds more than the next highest.
Man's best friend with one of city's most important jobs
"There is no boring day when Mabel is in the office."
New Bay of Plenty Regional Council sworn in at Whakatāne marae
Doug Leeder has returned to his former position as chairman and Jane Nees as deputy.
Court of last resort: Sacked hospital worker's appeal bid denied
Ana Shaw objected to a large legal costs bill; now it's higher after losing appeal bid.
200 public car parks on way as CBD development gets green light for groundworks
"We should see a real start on site within the next two-to-three weeks."
Watch: Family's 'holy s*** moment' as oncoming van veers into their lane
'The video doesn't do it justice either as to how close they actually were.'
Jo Raphael: Cruise ship passengers a sight for sore eyes
OPINION: Welcome, the Bay of Plenty is open for business.
'Really impressive': Colonoscopy waitlist in Bay of Plenty halves
The number of people on the waitlist was reduced by 45 per cent compared to 2021.
Ōmokoroa: Construction of $3m extension to begin
The extension is estimated to be finished by mid-2023.
Sweet number seven! Revenge for Geary at Christchurch course
Josh Geary can finally lift a trophy at Clearwater Golf Club after two runner-up finishes.
One dead in crash near Te Puke
Another person was taken to hospital in a serious condition.
Majestic return: First international cruise tourists in two years arrive
Majestic Princess is the first of over 100 cruise ships scheduled to visit the region.
Speedway considers legal action over 'rushed' Baypark plan
The council has endorsed a masterplan but says no final decisions have been made.
Mary Hill: Face your fears of co-governance
OPINION: If we can face our fear of co-governance and do it, we'll be richer for it.
'No expiration date on grief' but author finds hope in loss
Dawn Picken hopes her memoir will help others dealing with their own grief journey
Comment: Māori Boy from Awahou - the MBA that matters
OPINION: So how does one qualify for their honorary MBA qualification?