The Spring of Water: Māori-owned birthing unit reopens on East Coast after cyclone closure
The new unit, Te Puna Wai, is the only Māori-owned birthing unit.
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Single shoplifting report leads to 37 convictions, jail for prolific offender
A Tauranga shoplifter got two years for 37 charges since last year.
One council to rule them all? Rotorua to explore options with neighbours
Tauranga mayor backs having the conversation, saying it's time to 'put egos aside'.
'It could have been much worse': Beloved restaurant's staff take stock after fire
Castle 91 will be closed for repairs but the Brookfield location remains open.
Opinion: Scots College rugby default raises serious concerns
OPINION: St Peter's Cambridge seek first Central North Island title since 2020.
Badly injured man spends nearly eight hours trapped in tractor by fallen tree
The man was airlifted to hospital with critical injuries.
Fire at Tauranga restaurant
Firefighters have been called to the Castle 91 restaurant on Cameron Rd in Greerton this afternoon. Video / Supplied
Armed police responding to gun report seize toy
Armed police were called to a carpark near Mount Maunganui beach on Saturday.
'I'm not deserving': Radio veteran, voice of motorsport honoured
Brian Kelly's contributions behind the mic over 55 years in radio have been recognised.
'Serial entrepreneur' Wayne Wright honoured for services to education, philanthropy
Wright co-founded BestStart - the country's largest early childhood education provider.
'I didn't give up on myself': BMX Olympian receives 'special' honour
Sarah Walker is honoured for her services to BMX and sports governance.
'Pretty special': Sistema founder's surprise at receiving knighthood
Plus: Several other prominent business people have been honoured.
Opinion: Is the US dollar losing its shine on the global stage?
The US dollar has fallen over 6% against the NZ dollar this year.
Collins backs Trump's $300b 'Golden Dome' missile defence plan
Critics warn it may trigger a global arms race and provoke adversaries.
Mercedes ploughs through Tauranga bakery
No injuries were reported, but the bakery was extensively damaged.
Home-schooled athletes denied medals to cycle 800km seeking rule change
School Sport NZ says its events are reserved for students enrolled fulltime in a school.
'Try-hard idiots': Police Minister blasts ‘cowardly’ boy racers ahead of Tauranga 'invasion'
Police expect more 'anti-social road user gatherings' this weekend.
Health NZ approves company's bid to become its own primary health organisation
About 80,000 enrolled patients will move to the new Health NZ contract by July 1.
New retailer The Outlet set to open next week
The Outlet opens on June 3 online and in store, offering off-price retail.
Watch: Small plane makes 'hard landing' at Tauranga Airport
One person suffered minor injuries as the plane's front landing gear collapsed.
'Absolutely devastating': Family's home catches fire in Pāpāmoa
'No one’s hurt, [it] can be rebuilt.'
'Persistent meh': Why a couple in their 30s, including a senior doctor, are leaving NZ
They are seeking a lifestyle where 'everything’s at your fingertips'.
Editorial: Police have zero tolerance on crime – right?
OPINION: A memo creates confusion over police policy on investigating shoplifting.
'Amazing community asset': Pool saved from closure with $5.71m boost
The Ōtūmoetai Pool will remain open and receive funding for upgrades.
'Basketball-sized rocks': SH25 reopens after slips cleared in Coromandel
A detour via the peninsula's east coast was the only route option for most of today.
'Huge impact': Subdivision residents concerned about traffic from development
About 200 homes are planned, with access through Rowesdale Drive in Ōhauiti.
'Heartbreaking': Labour slams National over housing policy
Rotorua MP Todd McClay rejects claims there have been targeted Māori housing cuts.
Wexford Stables snare double before meeting abandoned
Another race meeting ends early but this time it was nobody's fault.
Whakatāne homicide: Women accused of killing 8-year-old boy face additional charges
Rickah'Shae Keefe-Haerewa died after an alleged assault in Te Teko in 2024.
Wexford 3-year-olds rise in torrid Tauranga conditions
Prudentia won at Tauranga, coming from last to first on a Heavy10 track.
'Struggling to keep up': Support for banning under-16s from social media
Parents struggle with children’s social media use, fearing harmful content exposure.
Motorcycle enthusiast turns 100
Thelma Gough, known as 'Speedy Gonzalez', celebrated her 100th birthday in Tauranga. Video / NZ Herald
Hard work pays off: Six young BoP squash players prepare for worlds in Egypt
The young players will be representing New Zealand at the Junior World Championships.