Latest from Tauranga

'Lucky to get out alive': Family escape from home after mudslide hits

“We are still trying to get our head around what happens next.”

'The bridge has gone': About 30 properties affected after bridge washes out

The council is working to establish a possible emergency access track.

Severe weather warnings lifted, people urged to stay away from rivers, floodwaters

Anyone who sees any flooding or slips is asked to ring the council.

'Carnage': Train derails near Te Puke after 'significant' rainfall

The two-person train crew are uninjured.

Cash, alcohol, chocolate and cruises: The gifts offered to police

Most gifts were accepted and either donated to a charity or shared among staff.

'It's a free country': Ex-political candidate slept on the floor while tenants moved in

The bach was also 'worn and tired' and so cold in winter the walls 'cried'.

'The right person for the job': Tauranga principals keen to see Jan Tinetti pick up education portfolio

Tinetti has strong backing from former colleagues ahead of a major party reshuffle.

'Call it the uniform mortgage': Family finances under pressure as schools return

One Tauranga charity will spend thousands this month buying uniforms for students.

'Not afraid of a bit of rain': One Love festival 'all go' despite wet weather

Surf Lifesaving champs also still on, but Black Falcon display off.

Tauranga residents’ satisfaction with council low, survey finds

Residents who have lived in Tauranga for more than 10 years were the least satisfied.

New course record, fourth crown for Braden Currie at Tauranga Half Marathon

It was the 34th running of the Tauranga Half.

Watch: Lurking below the surface - researcher tags ‘largest great white shark so far'

The 3.2m long great white shark was tagged on Monday.

Rescue chopper kept busy over December

December 2022 was a busy month for the Aerocool Rescue Helicopter.

Mark Lister: We’re beating inflation, but it’ll come at a price

OPINION: The most crucial development has been increasing evidence of slowing inflation.

'Very distressed': Surfer saves three swimmers from 'horrendous rip'

'I was just really thankful that I was able to give them another Christmas together.'

'Darn good mate' and surfing identity farewelled after sudden death

A well-known surfer and board shaper has left a lasting legacy on the surfing fraternity.

From life support to a four year 'hell' recovery: How life has changed for crash victim

Hollie Snell is not like most 21 year olds.

Local Focus: Xanadu Book Exchange home to 10 million books

Inside the second-hand book store where people lose track of time.