Tauranga transport, pools and parks upgrades among councillors’ 2026 goals
Councillor Steve Morris said there was a big six months ahead for his ward. “In March, we’re looking…
Tauranga local captures photos of rare leatherback turtles off Mount Maunganui
“It’s almost unheard of to see five leatherbacks together because they’re generally solitary turtles. They usually only group…
Zespri launches 2035 strategy at kiwifruit industry Momentum Conference in Tauranga
Zespri, headquartered in Mount Maunganui, achieved $5 billion in global sales revenue last year with 220.9 million trays…
Tauranga robotics company Syos Aerospace to supply New Zealand Defence Force with drones
The agreement also includes technical services, training and operational support to ensure NZDF personnel are equipped to integrate,…
Mauao landslide damage: Tauranga mayor hopeful iconic maunga will reopen
Mahé Drysdale told Local Democracy Reporting there was a chance the mountain would be closed forever, but that…
Dax Holland homicide: Public welcome at funeral for Tauranga rough sleeper
Holland’s immediate family had already held a private family service to celebrate his life. “They are happy that…
Tauranga lawyer Paulette Elizabeth Main struck off after fraud conviction
The tribunal found the “only viable response” was to strike her off the roll of barristers and solicitors,…
Weekday Challenge expands for 2026 with Tauranga business focus
“Our partnership with Tauranga City Council, to enable Tauranga businesses to participate, is an important part of the…
More working holiday visas would add $1 billion to economy, tourism leader says
Only 905 applications were approved in 2021, the lowest number recorded during the 10-year period. Bay of Plenty…
Wharepai Domain death: Man charged with murder after Tauranga body find
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SH29 and SH36 roadworks: Kaimai overnight closure and Tauranga delays
“Due to the risks involved, a full overnight road closure is necessary to ensure everyone’s safety. It also…
Dax Holland homicide: Tauranga homeless community mourns ‘big guardian of downtown’
He said Holland had attended the service’s Thursday breakfasts at Lifezone Church in Judea consistently since “day one”…