A happier ending than anyone could have imagined
Kiwifruit industry "just gets on and does it" despite adversity.
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Bust to boom: Research institute aims to take agtech sector by storm
New multimillion-dollar horticulture institute to launch in Tauranga.
Speaker Trevor Mallard brings Parliament to the people
Parliament's Speaker of the House is visiting Tauranga schools today.
Studio a new direction for stage company
The company is taking a new direction with the opening of a dance and drama studio.
New space for school and Hawk Academy home
A new building at Te Ranga school will create an enclave for year 7 and 8 students
Maia takes seat in Parliament as Youth MP
The Youth MP initiative is now a six-month programme.
Kiwifruit Bust to boom: Grower is holding on for his son
Papamoa kiwifruit grower Rob Thode says he is still recovering.
'Harrowing' kiwifruit bacteria hitches a deadly ride and shows no mercy
He desperately tried to fight back but in the end it was a waste of time.
Agility course to challenge students
The Te Puke business community has got behind building the school's agility course.
Hundreds attend Te Puke's Anzac Day service
A number of honorary members of the community spoke at the event.
Environmental impact report highlights issues needing attention
Environmental Aotearoa 2019 report welcomed by Bay of Plenty Regional Council
Kiwifruit workers scramble for accommodation amid housing 'crisis'
Accommodation 'crisis' comes as council clamps down on freedom camping.
Bay of Plenty Anzac Day memorial services go ahead
Dawn parades and memorial services will take place around the Bay of Plenty
Te Puke child flown to Starship after car and train crash on SH2
Te Puke child in critical condition after car she was in is hit by a train.
Te Puke Sports only team to win all three games
Te Puke-based clubs are only unbeaten teams in Baywide premier competition
Artspace used to create tribute
Artist puts thoughts on canvas after terror attack.
Dogs togs and lots of fun
Third Dogs N Togs event will mark the end of the swimming season.
Action wanted after slip, broken wrist
Council to inspect walkway next time it rains.
Two Te Puke rugby sides unbeaten
Rangiuru and Te Puke Sports reach half century of points.
Easter Bunny ready with trail treats
Spot prizes and Easter eggs are up for grabs in the Te Puke trail.
Leap of faith needed to form Te Puke Centre
Te Puke post office hopes to be replaced by Te Puke Centre with community support.
All Black's presence not enough for Whaka
Whakarewarewa lost 52-26 to Te Puna in round three of the Baywide Premier competition.
Western Bay of Plenty facing a drought
The rest of the Bay of Plenty was just under the margin in extremely dry conditions.
Person taken to hospital after Te Puke 'stabbing'
However, police say the incident was later confirmed as a minor incident
Tauranga gets behind Gumboot Friday
Throw on your gumboots and help raise money for counselling for Kiwi kids on Friday.
Maketū family in mourning after fatal crash
Manepo Tapsell-Wafer, 21, died instantly in a crash on Tuesday.
Pick your plaza preference
To change or not to change - community board seeks views on plaza options
Local Focus: Chinese cultural showcase coming to Te Puke
The free event will be held from 10am Saturday. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Chinese cultural showcase coming to Te Puke
The free event will be held from 10am Saturday. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Man dies after 'work place accident' at Te Puke sawmill
A man who suffered critical injuries after an incident at a Pukepine Sawmill has died
Youth health services provided at school
Pastoral care in schools is increasingly growing
Head shave an intuitive decision
Chris Boudet says she is stoked to raise over $1300 for Shave for a Cure.
Contrasting cars make Beach Hop trip
Everyone should experience Beach Hop at least once says Kerry Clark.