Multiple explosions heard as vehicles burn in possible arson attack
Three vehicles set alight on waterfront.
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The world will be watching for Taupō's Ironman
Preparations are under way for the World Championships in December.
Likely 'weather bomb' brushing NI: Heavy rain watch for BoP
The fast-moving low is likely to be classed an explosive cyclogenesis, aka "weather bomb".
Scholarship duo graduate from youth programme
The three-day course teaches students the Dale Carnegie drivers of success.
Two people injured in two-truck crash, heavy fog in area
Heavy fog was reported in the crash zone.
Donegal Reserve soon to be home for doggies
The district council is working with community groups to furnish the park.
Parking camera trial for BoP towns
New roving parking cameras being trialled in the Western Bay of Plenty.
Walk in the hills to support those with breast cancer
Staggered start time to give space and tranquility.
Graffiti-clad former store in Pongakawa to go
The building has been used as a backdrop for many a photo.
“Untapped potential”: Golden triangle regions call for greater collaboration
Te Waka and Priority One have written to the Government.
Court orders waste management company to pay $835k for breach of contract
Green waste composting firm awarded damages by High Court after negotiations break down.
Events and gig guide for Katikati, Ōmokoroa, Te Puna, Waihī Beach
Western BOP events and gig guide.
'I lied': Eye witness changes statement about boyfriend's killer
Wiremu Birch's girlfriend has retracted most of what she's said on previous occasions.
James Sullivan: Youngest champion in world clay shooting history
James shot a perfect 25 from 25 in the decisive shoot-off
Draft Te Puke Spatial Plan to be aired next year as feedback wraps up
About 400 people shared their views on Te Puke's future.
Tauranga election: Which ward is struggling with voter turnout
It is hoped some voters are taking their time to better analyse candidates before voting.
Delays expected after Bethlehem crash
Police were notified of the crash on Te Paeroa Road at about 12.15pm.
Tauranga teen’s World Junior Motocross title win
Levi Townley is the first Kiwi rider to claim a world junior motocross title.
Omokoroa’s Lizard rock removed
Removing the rock is part of the work to construct a roundabout at the busy intersection.
Traffic delays as SH2 protesters hit the road
Another protest is taking place against the installation of median barriers on SH2.
World-class Swiss choral group coming to Katikati
Proceeds from the show will go towards community events.
Matahui School scores a bullseye with Robin Hood play
'Robin Hood and the Sherwood Hoodies' is a musical comedy of the heroic outlaw.
Football: Te Puke Reserves revel in goal-fest
Contrasting results for Te Puke's four senior teams
Taller buildings risk Mount’s ’boutique character’ – locals
Locals disappointed the iconic status of their beach suburb wasn’t 'fiercely protected'.
Why students say a $55m university campus is 'pretty empty'
Students say expensive parking and long commutes make online learning more attractive.
Police officers in three districts are facing far more assaults than rest of NZ
Those districts have reported at least 100 assaults yearly since 2021.
Who killed Wiremu Birch? Third trial over 11-year-old Taupō murder begins
The defence says there's another man who has escaped blame all these years.
'Comically bad shot': Trump shooter rejected from rifle team
Thomas Crooks lived about an hour away from where the shooting took place.
‘I’m supposed to be dead’: Defiant Trump recalls Secret Service killing gunman
A bandage was briefly visible on Donald Trump's ear.
Jealous man allegedly set fire to ex’s house and her new flatmate’s BMW
The man was allegedly shouting outside her house, calling her a liar and a b****.
Art society showcases quilter's skills
Merlene Forsyth first learned to knit and sew almost 70 years ago.
‘Drive to the conditions’: Police warn motorists after quick succession of crashes in Auckland storms
Heavy rain watches and warnings have been placed on regions across the North Island.
Police warn motorists of strong winds on harbour bridge amid heavy rain across north
Heavy rain watches and warnings have been placed on regions across the North Island.