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Police appeal for information after body found in public toilet
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'Absolutely thrilled': Thousands flock to events in Tauranga over Easter break
Jazz, sports, egg hunts and sharing the Christian Easter message drew the crowds.
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Kiwi horseman and 'brave' mare compete in jumping world cup final
They are the first Kiwis to make the final since 2011 and the first to compete since 2015.
Bridle takes Baypark's 30-lap Piston Cup
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How to keep your house warm without driving your power bill up
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Jo Raphael: Paws for thought - why dogs are better than cats
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How NZ is helping the China Women's Sevens team chase its Olympic dream
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Thunderstorm watch issued for Bay of Plenty
The watch is in place from 10pm on Sunday until 5am tomorrow.
Business digest: Holland Beckett promotes three partners
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Removal of mountain memorial to slain backpacker discussed
Monica Cantwell was killed on November 20, 1989, a week into a short visit to New Zealand.
'I just love jazz': Downtown Carnival delights at Tauranga National Jazz Festival
'Jazz has been a great part of my life.'
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Megan Wilson: Why I don’t like dogs - and why cats are so much better
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Sonya Bateson: How dare I suggest introducing a fee for a public space, right?
OPINION: I can feel the anger of some letter writers and social media commenters already.
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Council buys Grey St building to make way for laneway
The business on Grey St is set to close in June.
'Keep the music alive': Teenagers share their passion for jazz
About 520 students from across the country took part in the youth competition.
'We just love music': Jazz lovers soak up sun and sounds at Tauranga’s Historic Village
“As soon as someone gets up to dance, it is contagious.”
Thousands of state homes sit empty, maintenance budget up $410m
State homes are being brought to Healthy Homes standards - but some are empty.
'Finally': International students are back - and it's worth millions
“The families are looking to share our Korean culture ... and make life-long friendships"
Easter traffic: Delays in Tauranga after crash on State Highway 29A
The cars collided just after 3pm.
Nine Mitchell Te Kani murder accused heading to trial
Nine people are now charged with murdering Tauranga man
Horse and rider to compete in world cup in 'pinch yourself' moment
Phillip Steiner is New Zealand's first representative in eight years.
Letters to the editor: International reputation seriously damaged
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
'Only the most dedicated can stick it out': Tauranga rower named national champ
Jameson McConnochie trained up to eight times a week to prepare for the event.
Easter in Tauranga: Thousands expected but will the weather play ball?
'It looks like it is going to be full for Easter.'
Jazz fest launches in Katikati
The National Jazz Festival launched in Katikati on Saturday.
Final racecourse hearings: Anything other than green space 'a waste'
The hearings have shown little support for a potential hospital at the reserve.
The Premium Debate: Thousands of nurses move to Australia
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