Bay of Plenty Times'Opportunities for whānau': Iwi celebrates new affordable homes in TaurangaSeven new homes blessed in Tauranga, marking a milestone for Ngāti Ranginui.14 Jan 11:10 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHow La Niña could bring sharks back to NZ shores this summerDespite recent warnings one man is excited about the promise of more sharks in the region.14 Jan 04:03 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Distressing’ rescue of young girl after 13yo fell to his death at Hāhei BeachTwo young people scrambled up a cliff path before the boy plunged down the bank.14 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCelebration of pilot Denis Hartley’s life later this monthPilot was a significant force behind the Eastland rescue helicopter.14 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFoul language, threats heard before man’s death sparked homicide probeThe man was taken to hospital where he died overnight.14 Jan 06:15 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Massive bang’: Hundreds lose power at Mount MaunganuiPower restored to 531 homes in Mount Maunganui after tree branch hits lines.14 Jan 05:04 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWatch: Traffic tail 15km long as road works on SH2 bite, motorists fumeChipseal works cause heavy traffic, delays between Te Puna and Aongatete.14 Jan 02:12 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesNew year, new job? Farmer switched to stacking shelves - and aims to own a supermarketHe started again at the bottom, and is working his way up.14 Jan 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTraffic tail15km long: SH2 delays amid roadworksChipseal works cause heavy traffic and delays between Te Puna and Aongatete.Watch14 Jan 12:46 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesHomicide investigation launched after 'altercation' at Thames propertyThe man was taken to hospital where he died overnight.13 Jan 11:04 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Kiwis happy to be underdogs': Surfers ready to compete against legendThe team are excited for tag-team format, aiming to showcase skills against top surfers.13 Jan 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBody found, believed to be missing Tauranga manJarrad Ormsby was last seen in Hamilton on December 19.13 Jan 09:55 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Arduous conditions': Drones identify multiple hotspots at Coromandel fireDrones with thermal imaging equipment has surveyed the Black Jack fireground.13 Jan 07:39 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMore than 22 trees vandalised and removed in one yearMore than 22 trees were damaged so badly over a year they had to be removed.13 Jan 04:05 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNia Glassie's murderer: 'Still using drugs, still being violent'Michael Curtis has served more than 17 years for the murder of Nia Glassie.13 Jan 04:03 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesAsh raises aviation code at Whakaari/White IslandActivity at White Island has increased and minor volcanic ash is being emitted.13 Jan 03:36 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Plan ahead': Major Waikato-BoP roadworks - what you need to knowNZTA says their programme for the remainder of the summer was ambitious.13 Jan 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Tragic’ Hāhei cliff fall: Victim was boy, 13, on holiday with familyTwo young people fell from a cliff in Hāhei; one died, the other was rescued uninjured.12 Jan 10:42 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNZ's hottest town: Locals stay vigilantNiwa recorded the hottest temperatures for December in Kawerau at 34.8C.12 Jan 09:53 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesADHD: The regions where assessments are 'a lot faster' than in other placesA support organisation says it's important to diagnose and treat ADHD 'before it spirals'.12 Jan 09:05 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Challenging': Coromandel fire expected to take several days to put outFour crews and three helicopters return to dampen hotspots.12 Jan 08:45 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Heartbreaking’: Death after fall from Coromandel cliff to be investigated, says mayorTwo young people fell from a cliff; one died, the other was rescued uninjured in Hāhei.12 Jan 08:32 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMajor North Island route closed for two monthsGround temperatures above 13C needed to carry out work.12 Jan 06:23 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Lifesaving efforts': Charity to send 10 more ambulances to Ukraine'It will increase our evacuation and hospital transportation capability significantly.'12 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSchool breakfast volunteers ‘ooze care and aroha’ for tamariki'It’s so rewarding knowing you’re helping make a difference in the children’s lives.'12 Jan 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesIllegal dumping: The items pulled from Tauranga's harbourIllegal dumping harms environment, burdens Tauranga ratepayers financially.11 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFire left Coromandel daytrippers stranded, fearing night in cars without food and waterTwo helicopters and five fire engines are battling the blaze. 11 Jan 07:57 AM
OpinionHunter WellsThe hobby that became an artform: The magic of model railway'You would not want a 5-year-old playing with this.'11 Jan 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesSwimmers urged to stay alert after recent shark sightingsThe warning comes after multiple shark sightings on the North Island's east coast. 10 Jan 09:46 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFormer PM shocked by trampled dotterel breeding groundThe Waihī Beach community is in shock after a series of disturbing vandalism incidents.10 Jan 07:30 PM
LifestyleParalysis to People’s Choice: Ōpōtiki musician’s inspiring journey to successA hunting accident left Hori shaw partially paralysed. Now he's topping the charts.10 Jan 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Worst nightmare': The NZ region with the most fleeing driversMore than 10,000 drivers fled police in New Zealand during 2023.10 Jan 04:05 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesThe NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.10 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSikh community on paradeOn Sunday, January 12, Tauranga will come alive with the colourful and lively Sikh Parade.10 Jan 03:55 PM
