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Jury retires to consider verdicts in Maketū murder trial

The jury has found Maketu man of the murder of his 2-year-old daughter

Tauranga by-election dates announced

The by-election is being held to find a replacement for former councillor Jako Abrie.

Family of Tauranga hit-and-run teen thank public for 'outpouring of love'

Police still seek information on the Gate Pa incident after the driver fled the scene.

All aboard! Tauranga medical aid ship offers free tours

The YWAM KOHA is permanently berthed in Tauranga and has been fully kitted out.

'Insanity is not a defence', psychiatrist says in Maketū murder trial

Rather the accused was 'labouring under drug-induced intoxication', he said.

Tauranga's Alice Mason wins ASB Auckland Marathon title

Tauranga's Alice Mason dominated the field in the ASB Auckland Marathon women's race.

'The perfect storm': New median values revealed in Tauranga's 'hot' market

OneRoof report showed in the year to March 25, all suburbs showed positive growth.

'It's the one that gets men': Tauranga Mayor reveals cancer diagnosis, will take medical leave

Tenby Powell will go on medical leave later this month, hoping to return in early 2021.

Mitre 10 Cup: Steamers record fourth win in Battle of the Bays

The Steamers took control of the match late in the game.

Banned for being Māori: Surviving student reflects on being removed 81 years ago

Tears were shed as the 'horrified' current principal apologised for historic wrongdoing.

Referendum results: 'Sad day' for hospice chief, but principal relieved at cannabis result

The final results for the referendums will be released next Friday.

'I was very delusional': Murder-accused tells court of time in mental health facility

The murder-accused claimed he was having hallucinations, and felt insane.

Cira Olivier: Tauranga Girls' College move to ditch male house names timely

OPINION: We can all learn something from this progressive change.

Letters to the editor: Nuclear-free policy foolish

OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.

Maketū murder accused: 'It's my worst nightmare'

Izett said it was more than just voices, he was having "a full mental breakdown".

'Retaining walls up first': New subdivision set for former Bella Vista site

A conditional agreement for the sale of the land had been reached.

Bryan Gould: Government must tackle issue of importing fishermen from virus hotspots

OPINION: Ministers and officials need to show clarity and decisiveness.

Mayor in tears: Inside the emotional - and surprising - Panepane Point vote

"... for the land is right back where it belongs, with its people."