Tauranga's New Year's Eve festivities drew big crowds but saw 14 drunk drivers and one hospitalization.

Tauranga's New Year's Eve celebrations featured fireworks, laser light shows, and cultural performances across five locations, drawing large crowds. The Tauranga City Council organized these inclusive events, which also included food trucks and kids' activities. Police conducted breath tests, catching 14 drunk drivers, and one person was hospitalized after a car crash on State Highway 2.

December 31, 2024
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