The building and construction minister is criticising councils for "stopping the clock" on building consent applications, after data showed 64 percent were paused... Read More

Warning: This article discusses graphic content. A woman who buried her brother last month claims the Waikato funeral service they used lied about upfront... Read More

I've often wondered, in the context of hearing a news article about some form of government spending, for example welfare or roading or trade envoys, what... Read More

Want to get the latest on what's happening in your community, or have a burning question about a specific project? Then mark your calendar for Western... Read More

Tauranga's Team KO Taekwondo entered the Big Boss International for experience, not medals, but exceeded expectations with two golds and trophies for best team... Read More

New research shows progress on adolescent quit-smoking slowed after vapes were introduced. E-cigarette companies have argued that vaping displaces smoking... Read More

Observant travellers on the way into Te Puke from the west may have noticed a colourful addition to the townscape. A fence in front of Rangiuru Sports Club... Read More

Zac Green has a lot of work ahead of him in the next two weeks to get his Nissan Stationwagon ready for an exciting event in Taranaki. After that, he's prepping... Read More

Expect plenty of flour-covered countertops, chocolate-covered faces, and sweet smells in kitchens around Tauranga with the first-ever Kiwi Kids Bake-Off under... Read More

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. MetService is forecasting a fine day with light... Read More

Whakatāne District Council voted on Thursday to investigate a proposal by Mayor Victor Luca to establish a health advisory group within the council. Most... Read More

'Balance” and 'compromise” were words often repeated as Whakatāne District Council adopted its draft annual plan budget for 2025/26. Despite... Read More