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Kids on a roll with skateboard art

Two Tauranga students have won skateboards emblazoned with their own designs after entering a competition to celebrate a skateboard collection that will be displayed... Read More

Tauranga premises caught selling alcohol to minors

A Tauranga tavern operating without a duty manager and three Tauranga off-license premises selling alcohol to under 18-year-olds have been found to breach the... Read More

New Mount Maunganui op-shop builds homes and hope

Following their work to provide families across the region with a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity is excited to open a destination charity store in... Read More

Where are NZ's most undervalued houses?

New Zealand house prices are still down significantly from their peaks of 2021. But property market commentators say there are some areas more "undervalued"... Read More

Waikato & BOP state highway works November 2024

It's only one month until Christmas and NZTA Waka Kotahi said the summer renewals programme is steaming ahead with bells on. "This is positive news for road... Read More

High compliance marks Gangs Act

Yesterday, Police began actively enforcing breaches of the Gangs Act 2024. Police have taken enforcement action in a few instances since the new legislation... Read More

All Blacks team named to play Italy in Turin 

The All Blacks' final match of the Northern Tour will see Sam Cane and TJ Perenara make their last appearances in the black jersey. Cane will end his career... Read More

Additional safeguards for puberty blockers

The Ministry of Health is today releasing an evidence brief and position statement on the use of puberty blockers for gender identity issues and outlining a... Read More

DHL expects 12% shipment increase this peak season

DHL Express, the world's leading international express service provider, is expecting a 12% shipment increase this peak season, signalling robust international... Read More

Māori gift company launches for Christmas

A new speciality gifting company has entered the market, with its sights set on servicing the customised needs of millions of gift givers throughout Aotearoa. Every... Read More

Community event tackles family violence stigma

A White Ribbon community event on November 30 at Memorial Park in Tauranga aims to change the conversation around family violence in New Zealand. 'Planting... Read More

Bus users speak on council led bus fare review

Bay of Plenty Regional Council (BOPRC) has launched a comprehensive review of fares to ensure public transport remains accessible, sustainable, and easy to use. According... Read More