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Alan Bickers remembered for lifetime of service

Alan Bickers led a life of service. He was a leader of 'absolute integrity”, a 'visionary”, and was always willing to give back to the community. He... Read More

Tauranga rescue swamped as kitten numbers soar

Who would have thought that too many kittens could be a problem? But this has become an unfortunate reality for Tauranga's The Kitten Orphanage. It has been... Read More

Fire and Emergency restructure aims to save $50m

By Phil Pennington of RNZ Fire and Emergency New Zealand is considering cutting jobs and 'stopping or slowing” activities as it seeks to save $50 million... Read More

Govt plans to ban homelessness?

The Labour Party and several community groups are accusing the Government of considering what amounts to an effective ban on homelessness. A proposal for... Read More

Powerball increases to $40m

The whopping $36 million prize everyone really wanted may not have been won, but four Lotto players are still waking up richer after splitting last night's Lotto... Read More

Tauranga’s year of change, cuts and investment

Tauranga City Council's 2024-25 Annual Report highlights a year of transition, investment and cost-cutting, following the city's return to democratic governance. The... Read More

Warmer week ahead as highs soar across NZ

Warmer temperatures are expected for the rest of the week as a high-pressure system persists over parts of the country. Most areas will be warmer than average... Read More

Pilot Bay sand works to ready beach for summer

The Tauranga City Council is preparing Waikorire/Pilot Bay for the busy summer season by replenishing the sand and seawall this month. The essential maintenance... Read More

The cheeky ‘spokes-buoy’ makes safety waves

Maritime NZ has launched a bold new safety initiative with creative agency Federation, deploying a cheeky 'spokes-buoy” in harbours and bays across New... Read More

Tauranga firms make awards shortlist

The Tauranga Business Chamber has revealed the finalists for the 2025 Tauranga Business Awards, recognising excellence, innovation and leadership across the... Read More

Mother makes moving tribute after fatal shooting

Tristan Eruera Oakes, known as Eru, 29, was farewelled by his whānau and friends last week following his death in Tauranga Hospital on October 26. He had... Read More

Big guns set for explosive Baypark Speedway action

With the 2026 New Zealand Midget Car Championship fast approaching, the country's top drivers will ignite the track at Baypark Speedway when the venue hosts... Read More