Latest from Tauranga

Council urged not to repeat mistakes in new development

Tauriko West is a proposed large scale urban development on the edge of Tauranga.

Bay man's attempt to reconnect with Ukrainian fiancée

Tauranga man's desperate efforts to reunite with his fiancée in Ukraine.

Homecoming: Kiwis excited to be back on New Zealand soil

One couple have been stranded in Australia for a year despite seven attempts to return.

'It's time to hang up my trousers': Murray Watts Mansworld in Tauranga CBD closes

Murray Watts Mansworld closes on March 1.

'Incredibly distressing': How to stay mentally healthy during a Covid outbreak

Solutions, tips and tricks were provided and were key to looking after one another.

'Let me come back': Man no longer allowed to work at hospital

He sold coffee beans at Tauranga Hospital for two years, one day they asked him to leave.

What they really want: Young employees and workplaces talk leadership

Pet hate in a manager is those who work a 'hierarchy system'.

Business digest: Investment, awards and economics forum

Got business news? Email carmen.hall@nzme.co.nz or zoe.hunter@nzme.co.nz

Jo Raphael: Putin's a ruthless tyrant and we should be outraged

OPINION: We should all be outraged over the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Meet Flick, the little fire truck that could be yours

The origins of Flick are unknown but whoever left it at the station has a kind heart.

Premium debate: Tauranga's $300m civic rebuild proposal

OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.

Zizi Sparks: How is teaching not a critical service?

Opinion: Teachers deserve to have access to rapid testing.

'When can we return to normal?': Local MPs, residents on easing of vaccine mandates

Jacinda Ardern said Covid restrictions could start easing as early as next month.

Tauranga is NZ's 'worst-performing overall urban centre', says Minister

Wood's claim has been rejected by two former mayors.

Supply chain woes: How our ports are faring compared to Oz counterparts

'Soul destroying' Export company boss says its now losing customers due to shipping woes.

Bus driver staffing levels expected to reach 'crisis level' as cases increase

Tauranga bus services have temporarily moved to reduced weekend timetables.

Council investigation into Tauranga Harbour crash: Findings revealed

Tauranga's Maree Geary died in the Chapel St crash in December.

Local Focus: The blind women who bonded through surfing

Meet the best friends who surf together but have never seen each other.