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NZ charity secures emergency vehicles for Ukraine

After nearly two years of service, New Zealand charity Kiwi K.A.R.E (Kiwi Aid & Refugee Evacuation) has expanded its mission to support Ukraine, securing a further... Read More

Several former councillors running again

In July, Tauranga will elect its first city council since the 2019 cohort was sacked and replaced with government-appointed commissioners after a tumultuous... Read More

Missing woman found, Hamilton

Update, 3:36pm "The woman initially reported missing in the Glenview area has been located and is safe," says a police spokesperson. "We thank the public... Read More

ISA World Junior Surfing Championships finish up

The New Zealand Junior Surfing Team has finished 11th in the event after a huge 9 days of competition. On the final day of the 2024 ISA World Junior Surfing... Read More

Local aids Brazil floods: “It’s heartbreaking"

South Brazil is experiencing severe flooding, leaving many helpless, Tauranga resident Gabi Wood is trying to help from afar. Porto Alegre in South Brazil... Read More

Levy referendum: Fruit & veg growers urged to vote

Growers are being asked to have their say in the upcoming levy referendum to enable Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) to continue its work for the sector. The... Read More

Tauranga home values rise at "snail's pace"

It's shaping up to be another difficult winter for the housing market, with interest rates, inflation, and rising unemployment continuing to bite. Home values... Read More

Guerrilla filmmakers to compete in 48Hours

New Zealand's most thrilling filmmaking competition - Vista Foundation 48Hours - is happening this coming weekend, where creativity meets the clock in the ultimate... Read More

Charges coming for Tauranga boat ramps

Boaties will soon have to pay to park their trailer near some boat ramps in Tauranga. It will cost $20 per day to park a boat trailer near the Pilot Bay,... Read More

Mild temperatures this week with rain on the way

After an unusually cold week, Metservice is forecasting a return to more typically mild May temperatures as well as a rainy low pressure system coming from the... Read More

SH29 Tauriko Enabling Works ready for next phase

The SH29 Tauriko Enabling Works will enter the next phase of works in the SH29/Redwood Lane area once semi-permanent traffic management has been installed. The... Read More

How to find out if you have unclaimed money

IRD is holding millions of dollars in unclaimed funds. Like many people, this is probably news to you. But how do you know if some of it is yours and... Read More