Latest from Tauranga

Exotic plant smuggler: Man fined $5K after trying to import overseas plants

Scott Peters attempted to import eight international plants into the country.

'Ugly': Residents slam Tauranga's proposed civic revamp

Some residents say a museum is important but others fear it could be a 'white elephant'.

Thinking about a pay rise? Why now is a great time to ask

Employment experts give their tips on how to ask for a pay rise.

'Humbled': Jan Tinetti will run in Tauranga by-election, date announced

The by-election will take place on June 18.

New interim tournament director for Zespri AIMS Games

It's the end of one era and the beginning of another for the games.

Rawiri Waititi: Māori should be paid a pension from age 57

There is support and opposition to the idea to lower NZ Super eligibility for Māori.

Two brothers have the same condition. But only one can get $330k 'miracle' drug

One brother says it's a 'kick in the guts' knowing he could not get the drug.

Cost of 'lost democracy' adds to regional council's election bill

The regional council will be the only local authority holding an election in Tauranga.

Missing Tauranga doctor search may be formally halted

Police look to suspend the search and rescue arm of inquiry into missing Tauranga doctor.

'More stability': Businesses relieved as vax pass requirement ends

Mandates that left one gym owner with a 'sense of nervousness' will be lifted.

'Opportunists': Gib board selling for 'exorbitant' prices online in shortage

Trade Me: Average sale price in plasterboard category up 412% from October to March.

Latest Covid hospitalisations, cases and deaths revealed

There are nearly 700 people throughout New Zealand with the virus in hospital.

Mowers, chainsaws and a cold beer: The surprising ways high-powered bosses unwind

Leaders reveal their best tonics for workplace stress.

Bay Lotto winners have nearly 25,000 reasons to celebrate

Ten tickets won second division on Saturday.

'Massive delays': Schools frustrated over wait for new classrooms

The Government is working to 'minimise the impact' of the building consent process.

Letters: Wairākei reserve planting - economy should take 'precedence'

Our readers have their say.

Jo Raphael: People should be disgusted by charity shop break-in

OPINION: A message needs to be sent that this type of behaviour will not be tolerated.

Telling it like it is: Meet our new Opinion section columnists

We've added new opinion writers to our current line-up.