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Calm before the storm: Retail rush expected as Cyclone Vaianu approaches Bay of Plenty
MetService warns Western Bay of Plenty could experience winds of up to 130km/h.
Tauranga down thousands of homes, housing register climbs
Tauranga is short by an estimated 4950 to 5950 dwellings.
'Taking action on sustainability now': Zespri's 2035 climate plan
Zespri plans to be carbon neutral by 2050 under its new 2035 strategy.
Coastal residents advised to consider leaving
Several community emergency hubs will open on Sunday for people displaced by the storm.
Northland declares state of emergency as Cyclone Vaianu nears
'This declaration means we can act quickly if required.'
Dog owners charged after 4-year-old's death reappear in court
The pair have not pleaded to charges of owning a dog that caused the death of a person.
Drivers warned of lengthy delays on SH29 through Kaimai Range
The breakdown is on SH29 between Tauranga and Te Poi.
From archive to artwork: Te Puke stagecoach photo becomes painting
The artwork reimagines Ross Brown's February 1981 Te Puke centennial stagecoach photo.
'Deja vu': Flood and landslide damaged region braces for another hit
The last major downpour for Tauranga and the Western Bay was just a couple of weeks ago.
New $10m bridge to boost resilience on key SH36 route
Construction will cost $10–12 million and is due to finish in early 2027.
Hopes Mount charity auction will help community heal
Two laps in a $4.2m Aston Martin Vulcan is one of the items going under the hammer.
Multi-hazard threat: Cyclone Vaianu prompts urgent prep call for Bay and Rotorua
Heavy rain and wind watches cover much of the North Island from Sunday.
Court asked to decide who owns failed bullion trader’s precious metal stock
The case follows Guardians of Gold going into liquidation and receivership.
Tauranga player among 11 to win $21k in Lotto Second Division
The Tauranga winner bought their ticket online through MyLotto.
Long-haul flights may face cuts if jet fuel price crisis drags on
Domestic flights have already been cut as fuel costs bite.
Severe weather: Orange rain alert, strong winds as Vaianu nears
A strong wind watch is in place for the entire North Island on Sunday.
How two councils formed an uneasy water partnership
One voted 6-4 to proceed with the partnership as councillors raised concerns about trust.
Welcome Bay slip worsens after heavy rain as Kaitemako Rd cut to 30km/h
The council is considering retaining walls and drainage for a long‑term fix.
Police respond to firearm sighting near Tauranga Girls’ College
Officers are now speaking with one person about the reported sighting.
Two seriously injured in Tauranga crash that closed SH29A
The crash was on State Highway 29A near the Pyes Pa Rd intersection.
Air NZ cuts flights as jet fuel costs bite
Civic leaders in Nelson and Tauranga have confirmed their cities are affected.
'It’s a menace': Roaming dog attack leaves Welcome Bay retiree injured, fearful
'I just hope it’s found quickly before it attacks someone else,' the victim says.
From rescue to recovery: Inside the first 48 hours at Mt Maunganui
The landslide hit about 30 campsites and buried the campground amenities.
Bay of Plenty on alert as heavy rain, landslide risk and Cyclone Vaianu line-up
MetService now expects 100mm to 140mm of rain west of Whakatāne.
Western Bay revaluations: How your area did, and looking ahead
A local valuer explains how the fuel crisis could impact the property market recovery.
GPs worry about patients missing appointments, low medicine stocks as fuel prices soar
Medicine shortages are a growing nuisance, with little warning about unavailability.
Vehicle fire: Traffic backed up on SH2 near Bethlehem
Google traffic data shows vehicles are backed up in both lanes of SH2.
The NZ city grappling with a lawyer shortage as junior staff flock to Australia
Only 7.2% of new lawyers this year are working in regional New Zealand.
BOP punters share in Lotto second division wins
The winning local tickets were sold in Tauranga and Kawerau for the draw.