Sandra Conchie

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Delays in replacing a fire station at “significant” risk of partial collapse in an earthquake are putting people at risk and causing “intolerable” stress, a union says. Senior firefighter and NZ Professional Firefighters Union Tauranga secretary Mike Swanson said members were “frustrated and increasingly concerned” after waiting years for a new Tauranga Fire Station. The 1957-built station on Cameron Rd was ruled earthquake-prone by Tauranga City Council in 2019.

4 days ago | nzherald.co.nz | Sandra Conchie

Tauranga secretary of the NZ Professional Firefighters Union Mike Swanson says building a new Tauranga Fire Station is long overdue . Photo / Sandra ConchieDelays in replacing a fire station at “significant” risk of partial collapse in an earthquake are putting people at risk and causing “intolerable” stress, a union says.

1 week ago | sunlive.co.nz | Sandra Conchie

A Tauranga couple’s plan to reopen the Maungatapu Sports Bar has divided the surrounding community in Tauranga. A neighbouring Maungatapu Rd business and former patrons have welcomed it, but other locals worry about past issues returning and gambling at the premises. The bar has been closed since February, after the former operator was denied a liquor on-licence renewal by the Tauranga District Licensing Committee.

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Sandra Conchie

Darryl Wilson and his wife want to reopen the Maungatapu Sports Bar. Photos / Sandra ConchieA Tauranga couple’s plan to reopen the Maungatapu Sports Bar has divided the surrounding community in Tauranga. A neighbouring Maungatapu Rd business and former patrons have welcomed it, but other locals worry about past issues returning and gambling at the premises.

1 week ago | sunlive.co.nz | Sandra Conchie

The sole occupant, a 71-year-old man, was found inside the single-storey residential dwelling, the spokesman said. “The cause of the man’s death will be confirmed by the coroner. “After the coroner has determined the cause of death, the name of the deceased may be released publicly. Given the circumstances, this may take some time.” Meanwhile, a Fire and Emergency spokeswoman said the service was alerted to two house fires in Tauranga on Saturday night. The first fire was in Matua Rd, Matua.