Bay of Plenty TimesElderly woman in hospital after stroke brutally assaulted with chair by another patientPolice say they are making inquiries after a patient was injured at Tauranga Hospital.15 Dec 05:15 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTop boys' college distances itself from teacher after Covid-19 ‘whistleblower’ email to HeraldThe teacher characterised a man accused of leaking Covid vax data as a 'whistleblower'.15 Dec 05:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesMaking a splash: An expert's guide to doing the perfect bomb/manuThose judged as having the best manu could head to the world championships.15 Dec 03:28 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'A good day': Grieving mum welcomes crossing safety improvementsChanges made after schoolgirl fatally struck by train this year.15 Dec 02:54 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWatch: First look at SH25A reopening months ahead of scheduleThe news brings a welcome economic boost to the beleaguered Coromandel Peninsula.15 Dec 12:11 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Large gang presence’: Extra police for two gang funerals in WhakatāneLocals are asked to expect delays while gang farewells members.14 Dec 11:53 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBusiness donates nearly $14K to Bay of Plenty foodbanksFoodbanks are “at the coalface of the cost-of-living crisis".14 Dec 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWestern Bay of Plenty District Council holiday informationRubbish collections, freedom camping, library opening times and more.14 Dec 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesShot at, bashed, intimidated: Road workers speak out on 'extreme' abuseNZTA boss worries for industry's future as half of staff quit within a year amid abuse.14 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMobster sentenced for 'execution-style' 2018 murder of innocent manVictim David Kuka was 'simply in the wrong place at the wrong time', a judge says.14 Dec 03:35 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesFelt 'like a slave': Ex-restaurateurs to pay $423k for exploiting migrant workersSeven migrants were exploited by the couple in two restaurants over a 12-month period.14 Dec 03:33 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesNew Year's Eve terror: What caused a bouncy castle to become 'airborne' - injuring five peopleWorkSafe has released the findings of its investigation into the incident.14 Dec 03:20 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesArts stalwart a 'very lucky oldie'Five generations have helped celebrate Joan Clarke’s 100th birthday.14 Dec 01:24 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesNew No 4 bridge comingA temporary bridge will remain in place until the new bridge is completed14 Dec 12:22 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesNew reports sought on Tauranga murder-accused's fitness to stand trialOne report will explore whether she was legally insane at the time of the alleged killing.14 Dec 12:13 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesZespri reducing SunGold kiwifruit growing licences next yearNo red kiwifruit licences offered as industry takes stock of the new variety.13 Dec 10:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTe Puke on lookout for new town crier as Michael Jones steps downMichael saw a need for a town crier to bring some order to the float parade.13 Dec 10:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSchool’s waiata and haka part of Te Reo KoriThe winning group performed at the school's junior prizegiving.13 Dec 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPlunket foodbank referrals up 13pc increase, now it's giving back'This is what community is all about.'13 Dec 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNew $122m aquatic centre with three hydroslides for TaurangaMemorial Park will undergo a $128m upgrade including a new aquatic centre.13 Dec 08:47 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Massive implications': Council under fire over 'inaccurate' slope hazard mapsScott Adams says in his view: 'There is a question to be asked around competency here'.13 Dec 05:39 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPort of Tauranga gets partial green light from Environment Court for expansion projectStage 1 involves constructing 285 metres of additional berth.13 Dec 04:54 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesBargain hunter alert: 25 neighbours combine for monster garage sale trailThe Tauranga neighbours have something for everyone and 'loads of bargains'.13 Dec 01:53 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTe Puke archives secured by Family Heritage GroupForty years of the town's scrapbooks have now been scanned and saved.13 Dec 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Who's the a**hole?': Threatening note left over car parkingThe business card criticised their parking and carried a threat.12 Dec 10:14 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTe Puna's 'heart and soul': Former councillor remembered'She left the community in a better place than she found it.'12 Dec 10:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesGemma Reid completes third TryathlonNine-year-old adds to her medal collection.12 Dec 10:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesChristmas Appeal: Foodbank worker's passion for making a difference“We try to give our clients as much choice as we can.”12 Dec 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesKiwicoast Lions’ health night raises money for Rural Support TrustFashion show creates laughter amid serious message12 Dec 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Absolutely amazing': She was born with a brain injury. Her latest achievements made her mum cryGreer is 'functionally blind' and will probably need to use a wheelchair or walking aids.12 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'I overcame it': The three life tips that helped grieving son beat his depressionBrendon Johnston says he now wakes up every day feeling 'excited'.12 Dec 06:07 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakatāne homicide: Man who died after 'gang-related' disorder namedA 'gang-related disorder' occurred in the lead-up to the death, police say.12 Dec 03:36 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesBupa Te Puke Country Lodge gains chair thanks to MovemberThe auction didn't meet its reserve, so the local PPTA stepped in.12 Dec 03:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'We continue to celebrate te reo': Willis defends policy for Māori-speaking public servants"It is one of New Zealand’s official languages ... We will continue to support that."12 Dec 02:41 AM