Latest from Tauranga

Can you light your barbecue this summer? New tool will tell you

The new Fire and Emergency New Zealand online tool was launched today.

Fijian-born Bay residents praying loved ones safe

Cyclone Yasa wreaking havoc on Fiji, and Bay of Plenty relatives share their concerns,

'Disgusting': The Christmas work lunch that left DHB staff feeling 'devalued'

Some health board workers threw their boxed Christmas lunches in the bin.

'Gutted': City councillors react after learning they will be fired

The decision to appoint a commission was announced on Friday but opinions are divided.

Christmas spirit: Port of Tauranga take ships full of retail goods

November and December have been busy months for the Port of Tauranga.

'The nuclear option': Minister confirms commission for Tauranga City Council

The decision comes two weeks after the minister's initial announcement.

New Year's plans? Look no further

Tauranga City Council has a range of events on this New Year's Eve.

Tenants from hell: Assault, indecent exposure and scaring neighbours

The Tenancy Tribunal has dealt with hundreds of Bay of Plenty complaints this year.

'Godfather of giving': Businessman quietly gave millions to the community

A well-known Tauranga identity is remembered for his business acumen and charitable work.

'Skilful' 82yo cannabis grower avoids jail

Police found 364 well-tended cannabis plants and multiple growing operations in a search.

'Amazing' concept plans for Pāpāmoa Hills get green light

'Pāpāmoa Hills is becoming a real viable alternative to Mauao.'

Christmas Appeal: Bureta Physio stretches out helping hand for Foodbank

For the fourth year running, the team at Bureta Physiotherapy has the community in mind.

Centenarian who survived polio, war, depression and quake dies

Despite enduring hardship, Willa Crews had a positive attitude until the day she died.

Spend-up: Bay of Plenty shoppers spend $67 million in one week

Retailers are also expecting a flurry of activity in the final lead-up to Christmas.

Big rates rise unlikely to cut congestion or tame house prices

'Essentially what we are intending to do here is grow a city,' says the council CEO.

Artificial grass, i-Site to be installed in Mount urban space

Te Papa O Ngā Manu Porotakataka was criticised for not being green enough when it opened.

Golfer Daniel Hillier wins top-performer accolade

With his destiny in his own hands Hillier stepped up to the plate.

Kiri Gillespie: Jet skiers often in firing line - but is that fair?

Opinion: Jet skiers are some of the most responsible people I've met.