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03:18pm Fri 09 Mar, 2018
Police officers, firefighters and rescue services - to some they're just everyday people doing a job. But to others they're the first point of call in emergencies,... Read More
03:16pm Fri 09 Mar, 2018
Around 1000 swimmers aged seven to 82-years-old are gearing up to conquer the surf this weekend. For the 12th year, Mount Maunganui will play host the Generation... Read More
03:13pm Fri 09 Mar, 2018
When you're only 12-years-old, and nearly 10,000km from home, you might be forgiven for getting a little homesick from time to time. But for Thai student Dana Stamenkovic,... Read More
02:52pm Fri 09 Mar, 2018
'It's probably a perfect time for the government to ramp up this issue and have a serious look at introducing deposits on beverage containers in New Zealand.” Marty... Read More
09:32am Fri 09 Mar, 2018
A chime is the melodious sound of a bell being struck.On the Daisy Hardwick boardwalk, which circumnavigates the Waikareao Estuary, bells chiming, or ringing,... Read More
09:50am Fri 02 Mar, 2018
Sitting in a car, head on the steering wheel, surrounded by a bunch of strangers and her precious little girl, Melissa September felt the moment where she thought... Read More
09:48am Fri 02 Mar, 2018
Leaving developers to inform council policy on housing outcomes for Tauranga has been slammed in a housing report presented to councillors. The Tauranga City Council's... Read More
09:47am Fri 02 Mar, 2018
Nearly 10 years ago he was ranked 51st on the National Party list and preparing to take on Winston Peters in Tauranga. Now, Simon Bridges is the 12th leader of... Read More
09:47am Fri 02 Mar, 2018
He's just 17. But despite his tender years, Md Shadman Jahin already knows he wants to put his life to good use helping others. 'I do part-time tutoring of other... Read More
09:46am Fri 02 Mar, 2018
Everything Ford will be celebrated this Sunday when Mount Maunganui's Blake Park fills up with cars from the iconic brand. The All Ford Day is back for its 19th... Read More
09:45am Fri 02 Mar, 2018
It was 1945. Adolf Hitler had ended it all in a Berlin bunker. Also in '45, and half a world away, Ross Haycock was just starting it all. His Mum dropped him off... Read More
09:43am Fri 02 Mar, 2018
It's a no-brainer that cute pets on social media are reeling in views, but if you're thinking about buying a pet to shake up your Instagram feed, two Tauranga vets... Read More