Business & Markets

Next steps on emergency ocean response capability

The Government is considering next steps on developing an emergency ocean response capability and has contracted ocean-going tugboat ‘MMA Vision' to provide... Read More

TV legend says host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast!

Beloved Kiwi TV personality, author and documentary producer Jude Dobson is inviting the people of Bay of Plenty to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast next month to... Read More

Bay of Plenty dairy company fined $48K

Unlawful effluent discharge described as 'highly careless” offending by a regional council lawyer has cost a Whakatāne dairy farm $48,000. Nomar Farms... Read More

Housing market strained by population boom

New Zealand's population has increased by roughly twice the size of Hamilton since 2018 - but our housing market appears to have digested the influx, commentators... Read More

Rockin’ fitness for those 50-plus!

The 1980s hit End of the Line by The Travelling Wilburys is cranked up loud at an exercise class that's not only great for the body, but also good for the soul. 'It... Read More

Earthquake and renewable energy a focus in Vanuatu

New Zealand is boosting support to Vanuatu to recover from last year's earthquake and develop its renewable energy sector, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters... Read More

Potential loss of jobs a ‘concern for Tauranga

The potential loss of 62 jobs is 'a concern for Tauranga”, says the head of the region's economic development organisation Priority One. Ballance Agri-Nutrients... Read More

How do home loan rates compare to other countries'

New Zealand home loan rates might be falling, but how do they compare to those of the rest of the world? More rates have dropped below 5 percent in the past... Read More

A fur-filled Easter treat!

It's home to Scruffy the rabbit that's often mistaken for a stuffed toy, Rosie the cantankerous goat, a one-eyed chicken, horses, guinea pigs and a friendly... Read More

Belgian baker continues family legacy in Tauranga

Kneading dough for hot cross buns or tempering chocolate for Easter eggs, Noel Remacle's students probably don't know his skills were passed down by people who... Read More

Tauranga animal rescue seeks community support

Katrina Thompson lovingly refers to her own dogs as her 'angels”. Vada's Angels Animal Rescue Tauranga gets its name from these angels. 'Nevada (Vada)... Read More

Cruise ships cleaner over the past season

Tauranga has had a strong summer cruise season, with 91 ship arrivals contributing to our visitor economy. 'It's pleasing to see those cancellations and/or... Read More