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Public backlash: Govt minister claims she was 'racially profiled' at Farmers

Marama Davidson is calling for a 'racism shake-up' in the retail sector.

DHB staff had reservations about Covid pamphlet - but it was approved anyway

An independent investigation was made into how the brochure was released by the DHB.

'Execution-style' killing: Murder accused given name suppression

Arrested man has appeared in Tauranga District Court.

Foodbank appeal cracks $100,000 in donations

There is one week left for the Bay of Plenty Times' Christmas Appeal for food bank.

Jordy Gastmeier is 'excited to come to work every day' - and so is her dog Xina

The foodbank's warehouse manager and her canine companion make the foodbank brighter.

Whakatāne Hospital adult wards 'absolutely full' before Auckland border opened

Nurses at the hospital were also already doing extra shifts and working over-time.

Letters: How much longer will EVs be subsidised?

Readers have their say.

Dawn Picken: 'I see each meal as a memory'

OPINION: Who we are eating with matters more than what we're eating this holiday season.

More rates pain signalled for 'smashed' commercial sector

Tauranga is behind other centres for its 'considerably lower' commercial rates.

Heavy rain in Bay of Plenty prompts water contamination warning

The warning has been issued following heavy rainfall

Mistaken identity murder: Man charged over 'execution' of innocent man four years ago

Nearly four years after shocking death, a man will appear in court charged with murder.

Extra safety measures for harbour entrance

"If there's less speed, there's less harm."

Petition presented to council as Links Ave trial to come to a close

But the fight isn't over for a local ratepayers' group.

Jo Raphael: 'Racial profiling' should not still be happening in 2021

OPINION: Teen's experience shows New Zealand has more work to do.

'Too little too late': Muller on $17.9m funding announced for Tauranga Hospital

The DHB says the funding would be enough to complete Covid-related works at the hospital.

'Abysmal mess': Bikers on footpaths and car chaos as Mount traffic frustration boils over

Oceanbeach Rd residents have had enough of stagnant traffic outside their homes.

Letters: Off-leash hours a great way to avoid the killjoys

Our readers have their say.

'Amazing' feedback: Support mounts for teen victim of 'racial profiling'

'A lot of people said it was the video (of Aiomai) that really moved them.'