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Acquitted man says he was glued to sports bets on day toddler was fatally injured
Adrian Clancy gave evidence for the first time following the death of Sadie-Leigh Gardner.
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'Foot in the door': Women on Water celebrates 25 years
Last season, 200 women registered, with 153 joining the first sail.
'Part of the city’s future': Well-known building to be demolished for townhouses
Construction at the park-adjacent central city site is due to start in early 2027.
Mother denies claims she called her toddler a 'little freak' before her death
Sadie-Leigh Gardner was 17 months old when she died in 2019.
New independent director appointed to Quayside board
The appointment follows departures and planned board changes at Quayside.
'Turn off the tap': Advocates call for cat control
Should cat owners be required to microchip and desex their feline friends?
Lower Kaimai crash: Person seriously injured, SH29 lane blocked
Emergency services are at a serious-injury crash near Old Kaimai Rd.
'Ultimate prize': Bay of Plenty out to end 22-year Ranfurly Shield drought
The rugby game will be the first shield challenge at the One NZ Stadium in Christchurch.
Mount pet owner 'overwhelmed with grief' after dogs kill her cat
Four family pets have been allegedly attacked and killed by roaming dogs within 23 days.
'She looked dead': Neighbour gives evidence about toddler Sadie-Leigh
A neighbour has helped piece together a timeline of the day Sadie-Leigh died.
New Rydges hotel to boost Tauranga accommodation sector
Rydges will be Tauranga’s second internationally recognised hotel brand.
Kawerau weighs up cost of cutting highway speed
The proposed zone would extend 3.6km past Kawerau’s township.
Wairoa Bridge cycleway reopens after slip damage
Some sections remain narrow, with cyclists urged to dismount.
'Large boggy swelling': Doctors described toddler's fatal head injury
Sadie-Leigh died when she was just 17-months-old from blunt force head injuries.
The hidden cost of elite sport: $100k sacrifice, 40-hour working week
Athletes and families go the extra distance to chase their sporting dreams.
Tauranga submits non-compliant reform plan despite unwilling Western Bay
The city's proposal does not meet Government criteria.
How a motorcycle ride began a 75-year love story
Bruce Burgess gave Beverley a ride home in 1949 – and they've been together since.
'Not a pleasant activity': City cyclists feeling less safe - survey
It shows a significant drop in satisfaction with safety when using cycleways and roads.
'She was cheeky, clingy and incredibly affectionate': Inquest into toddler's final hours begins
Sadie-Leigh Gardner died from head injuries. Her stepdad was acquitted of her murder.
BOP-linked players named in All Blacks squad
Luke Jacobson will captain the All Blacks for the first time.
'The need is so high': Almost 2500 children get winter pyjamas
Regional demand for the charity’s services has risen by at least 25%.
'Forever learning': Scientists recognised for decades of service
Both received the inaugural President’s Award after more than 70 years’ combined service.
'We’re overwhelmed and exhausted': Rescues seek donations and foster carers
Bay of Plenty animal rescue groups are flooded with litters of unwanted pups and kittens.
Under the hood: Tech stumbles as financials and healthcare take the lead
OPINION: Only one of the Magnificent Seven beat the index by late July.
Pedestrian crossings for Ōhope come off the back-burner
The proposed formal crossing would remove six car parks outside businesses.
Weekend windfall for Tauranga Lotto player
The winning ticket was sold at Bethlehem Express Supermarket & Lotto.
'Leading the conversation’: Neurodiversity event returns to Tauranga
About 500 people are expected at Baycourt Theatre on August 16.
Homeless adults and children at risk of hypothermia in freezing conditions
Rotorua's coldest temperature on record has social agencies worried for vulnerable people.
'Kiwi mindset': Major event support earns firm top export award
The company has found success in US sports and event markets.
Tauranga courthouse work began before consent issued
The $206 million courthouse is due to open in late 2028.