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Sam Ruthe completes U20 grand slam

Teenage running star Sam Ruthe has completed the U20 grand slam by capturing the age-grade 3000m record, to hold every New Zealand middle distance record between... Read More

'Humble hero' cop saves deaf women from flood

A police officer who rescued two deaf woman trapped in fast-rising floodwaters then put them up for the night has been described as a 'humble hero”. Constable... Read More

Air Force honours landslide victims with display

The four-day surf lifesaving carnival Oceans ‘26 has wrapped up, with the host club praised for an outstanding event after a late change of venue. More... Read More

Police to target begging and rough sleeping

The Government is giving police new powers to crack down on beggars, rough sleepers and people 'displaying disorderly, disruptive, threatening or intimidating behaviour”. Justice... Read More

Councillors top national pay rise table

Western Bay of Plenty District councillors have topped a national pay rise table with a jump of almost 57% in a year. The Taxpayers' Union described the... Read More

Poutama settles into new base

Katikati's Poutama - Pathway Into Employment programme began for 2026 with a new cohort on Monday at a new base. But their unique way of working with... Read More

A memorable way to experience remarkable region

SPONSORED CONTENT Stretching from the Coromandel to Te Puke, the diverse landscape of coastlines, forests and rich history sets the scene for the... Read More

Dan leaves a lasting legacy to his club

Tributes are flowing for an incredible man who left an indelible mark on every facet of Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services Inc - including generations of members... Read More

New mobile shower, laundry service for Tauranga

A free mobile unit offering shower and laundry facilities to those living rough in Tauranga will begin operating next week. Good Neighbour has launched... Read More

Red tractor fan’s rare Farmall find

Red tractors have always held a special place in the heart of Putaruru's Chris van Heuven. They take him back to childhood days spent on dairy farms in Matamata,... Read More

How AI is changing life on the dairy farm

Farmers embracing modern technology is paving the way for a bright future for the dairy industry. This was highlighted at a panel discussion at an International... Read More

How a $9450 grant will help Tauranga Sports

Three senior rugby teams at Tauranga Sports Club will soon run out in new uniforms after a $9450 grant from the New Zealand Community Trust. Club president... Read More