Minister's decision on housing intensification rules 'rational and reasonable'
Greater housing density will go ahead in the high-growth areas of Ōmokoroa and Te Puke.
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Dog latches on to pig's throat in public reserve, teens rush to help
Authorities are looking for the injured pig and advise people to avoid it.
Horse dies after crash, police issue warning
Police were called to the crash this morning.
'Common sense finally': Bid to lift building height limits in Mount Maunganui hits hurdle
A decision will be made by Tauranga City Council commissioners on May 20.
Mark Lister: Currencies and share investing
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Before the diagnosis, my life was unravelling.
'There's a better way': Why singer Ria Hall wants to be Tauranga's next mayor
'I’m not under any illusion that this is not something that’s not big . . . it really is.'
Mount Maunganui mall attack: 16yo charged by police
Police have arrested a teenage girl over the incident, attack victim remains stable.
Armed police swarm Mount Maunganui’s Bayfair mall
A manhunt is under way after an attack at Mount Maunganui’s Bayfair shopping mall which left a person seriously injured. Video / Samantha Motion
Bay of Plenty housing: Bishop rejects panel's recommendations
The minister's decision opens the door to housing growth in the area.
Revealed: Tauranga council’s private cocktail event to ‘celebrate’ city
But the list of the 150 invitees remains secret, for now.
'We need a roof over our heads': Distraught renter has to put down family dog
Animal rescue reports big rise in pet surrender applications and dumping at shelters.
A luxury spa and a 'calming' home: Architecture Awards winners announced
The jury convenor said Māori-influenced architecture was 'thriving' in the region.
'Milestone for Pāpāmoa': Interchange project enters final stage
Pāpāmoa East and State Highway 2 connection milestone marked.
How to get your tools back: Police tips after $30k worth retrieved
Police were able to reunite five sets of tools valued at over $30,000 with their owners.
'Diabolical': $23m plan to ease congestion during roadworks but commuters alarmed
A park and ride shuttle service, T2 lanes and a free toll road are measures proposed.
Power list: 20 busiest residential builders - who's up, who's down?
Most businesses built fewer homes, yet modular builder HouseMe's completions skyrocketed.
Councils in line for big boost if GST returned on rates
Councils could be in line for a billion-dollar boost each year should government agree.
Devastating BOP theft: Returned gear a win
"This is a win after a devastating couple of days.”
Mount Maunganui’s poor air quality forces rethink of industrial sites
'Critical need' to find space for emitting businesses in region, says Tolley.
'Cynical and devious behaviour': Migrant sentenced over false refugee claims
She charged workers up to $600 each to facilitate these applications.
'It sucks': New gear stolen from dragon boat club
Thieves took a large amount of brand-new gear bought for world championships crew.
Chasing millions: Appeal 'likely' as High Court gives council more time
Extension given as council chases $20.5m+ after selling part-built carpark for $1.
Grass? Pass: City plans NZ-first compostable artificial football turf
Fields part of the $8.6 million plan to revamp Links Avenue Reserve.
'Financially stressed': 'Suffering' students rely on charities to eat
One organisation dished out $136,000 of food parcels in a year.
Honouring a fallen soldier and local rugby hero
A special segment commemorating a Katikati All Black has featured in the documentary.
New Tauranga bus stop locations ‘sub-optimal’
A permanent CBD bus interchange location was decided at a Tauranga City Council meeting.
'Unmanageable': Principal blasts Govt 'overstepping' with phone ban
He describes the blanket ban as 'another step into central government control'.
'Make a difference': Comedian, MP back call for rainbow crossing in Tauranga
'Yes, it’s lines on the ground - but it’s so much more than that.'
Battle of Gate Pā 160th commemoration takes place
A significant moment in the history of Tauranga is being marked today.
Double Lotto wins strike Tauranga
Two people from Tauranga won $13,549 with Lotto second division
Family to head to Italy for son's treatment
Sixteen-year-old Daniel Patterson was born with Wiskott-Aldrich-Syndrome.
'Disgusted': Destiny Church member jailed for stealing $377k from employer
'She was a good actor who portrayed herself as a good Christian woman.'