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Purex Mega Long toilet rolls reduced in size

Toilet paper is the latest product to be hit by the minimising forces of shrinkflation. A Kiwi shopper online spotted a recent change to Purex Mega Long... Read More

Tauranga mum’s home decorated after ladder fall

When Andrea Atkinson moved into her new home, she pictured her first Christmas there glowing with festive lights. But one slip off a ladder threatened... Read More

Local events share $164k boost for Bay communities

A jam-packed line-up of festivals, food, music and family fun is about to hit the Tauranga and Western Bay region. Nineteen local events have secured a share... Read More

New tsunami flood maps for Western BOP

New tsunami inundation maps are now available for the Western Bay of Plenty District. The maps, which were identified in a report by GNS Science - now known... Read More

Uber Pet expands to Tauranga

Tauranga pet owners can now bring their furry friends along for the ride with Uber Pet. Uber Pet officially launched in the city today, after success in other... Read More

GP urges Air NZ to respond as ash disrupts flights

A prominent GP is calling on Air New Zealand to communicate cancellations better as volcanic ash wreaks havoc on Bay of Plenty flight schedules. The airline... Read More

Downpours, thunder and hail for BoP

The first week of summer is dishing up heavy rain and possible thunderstorms for Bay of Plenty. An orange warning has been issued for the region for 22... Read More

Katikati lavender haven on the market

After nearly a decade of filling Katikati with the scent of freshly cut lavender, Pieter and Helena Maarschalk are selling their beloved family home and farm. The... Read More

Police seek witnesses to fatal crash

Police are seeking witnesses to the fatal crash that closed a large section of the Mamaku Ranges yesterday. One person died after the single-vehicle crash... Read More

Mount businesses join forces with new loyalty app

This hot new app will 'spice up summer” for Mount Maunganui foodies and hospitality workers. Launching on Sunday, Oasis was created to provide local... Read More

Tauranga’s $206m courthouse gets green light

The Ministry of Justice has shared the final design for the new $206 million Tauranga courthouse. Main construction is now under way on the Tauranga... Read More

Orchard tours turn passion into profit

They're only into their fourth year growing avocados, but they're already sharing their passion for the fruit with visitors from all over the world. In March... Read More