Bay of Plenty TimesNgati Awa buys White Island ToursThe business has been showcasing NZ's only active marine volcano for more than 25 years.04 Apr 11:05 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNo taxi, no school for boy with cancerA boy with cancer can't get to school because of a severe shortage of disability taxis.29 Mar 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRolleston: 'I am especially regretful'Boy actor James Rolleston has pleaded guilty to causing a crash which left him and his friend seriously injured last July.12 Mar 08:47 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSevere thunderstorm watch issuedThe skies are beginning to clear after last night's storm, but the respite may be short-lived, with thunderstorms and more heavy rain forecast for later today.11 Mar 03:05 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesHeavy rain warning for Rotorua and BOPHeavy rain is expected in the region today and tomorrow.09 Mar 08:12 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Whakatane Mayor says decline prediction doesn't mirror realityWhakatane Mayor Tony Bonne is confident in the success of the region, despite a Maxim Institute report projecting population decline in the next two decades. Made with funding from NZ On Air.01 Mar 09:01 AM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Mayor says Kawerau won't become a ghost town under his watchKawerau Mayor Malcolm Campbell discusses what the industrial service centre needs to do to ensure a prosperous future, after a Maxim Institute report forecast population decline in the area in the next two decades. Made with funding from NZ On Air.01 Mar 08:34 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesOne dead, another seriously hurt in crashEmergency services were alerted to the collision about 4.50pm.20 Feb 03:54 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesHeavy rain causes flooding in KawerauKawerau District Council staff are working as fast as they can to unblock drains after torrential rain caused flooding of over a metre.17 Feb 09:48 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTwo injured during attempted armed robbery at Whakatane berry farmTwo women injured when armed robber fires gun during attempted hold up.07 Feb 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTwo shot in Whakatane armed robberyTwo people have been shot in an attempted armed robbery at a berry farm in Whakatane.07 Feb 12:35 AM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Superbike racing runs in the familyA Whakatane father and his two sons are currently competing in the New Zealand Superbike Championships. Made with funding from NZ On Air.03 Feb 04:10 AM
Bay of Plenty Times12 arrests after gang related shootingsTwelve men have been arrested in relation to a gang clash on the streets of Whakatane, in which shots were fired and people scrambled for cover.27 Jan 04:23 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesGang ambush witness describes gunfire"Pop, pop, pop": A witness to an extraordinary gang clash on the streets of Whakatane has described how frightened motorists ran for their lives.18 Jan 03:28 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesGangs break 'universal rule' to not fightPolice arrested multiple people after shots were fired at a Mongrel Mob member Tahu Kingi's funeral procession going from Kawerau to Whakatane.17 Jan 04:20 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesArrests after shots fired at gang tangiMultiple arrests have been made after shots were fired at a Mongrel Mob funeral procession in Whakatane.17 Jan 02:42 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesGang brawl during funeral processionA brawl between two rival gangs involving weapons broke out during a funeral procession in Whakatane yesterday.13 Jan 07:40 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWould you like flies with that?Pak'N Save has apologised after a customer found a fly and its eggs in a packet of mince in a Whakatane store.11 Jan 10:36 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan killed in New Year's Day crash namedMan died after a truck rolled on Thornton Rd in Whakatane on January 1.03 Jan 09:59 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesChildren's hospital ward tested for methA report that someone may have used P in the toilets of Whakatane Hospital's paediatric ward a year ago resulted in a partial closure of the area.29 Dec 11:30 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBaby joy for cancer victim's familyNew daughter has dad wrapped round her finger, say couple who started charity to help kids after losing their son.23 Dec 04:00 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Future of fishing hangs in the balanceThe Ministry for Primary Industries is touring the country holding public consultation meetings, seeking feedback about its 'Future of our Fisheries' programme. Made with funding from NZ On Air.27 Nov 11:26 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan charged with Opotiki murder in courtA man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a pregnant Opotiki woman last night.23 Nov 02:41 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan attacked with machete and steel pipeMan suffers leg and arm injuries in machete attack.22 Nov 05:26 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakatane men found 'bobbing' in seaTwo fishermen spend hours in the water and are rescued by the last boat crossing the Whakatane bar.15 Nov 11:34 PM
SportRotorua tennis sides dominateFOCUSED: Rotorua's Mia Wardlaw impressed for her side on the weekend. PHOTO/ STEPHEN PARKER 051116sp10.JPGRuth_Dacey_MAY16_happy.epsTennis Rotorua 07 Nov 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWatch NZH Local Focus: Rats 0-36 Fernbirds on Uretara IslandUretara Island, in Ohiwa Harbour, is now free of rats, and native birds are thriving, thanks to the work of dedicated volunteers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Oct 10:58 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Rats 0-36 Fernbirds on Uretara IslandUretara Island, in Ohiwa Harbour, is now free of rats, and native birds are thriving, thanks to the work of dedicated volunteers. Made with funding from NZ on Air.Watch18 Oct 10:45 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSuicide rates hit five-year high in BayThe Bay of Plenty has recorded its highest number of suicides in five years, highlighting concerns for the well-being of local teens 18 Oct 08:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesDoctors' strike continues - with public supportThe junior doctors' strike which began yesterday continues until tomorrow morning, with local public support for the striking doctors 18 Oct 04:00 PM
BusinessWatch NZH Local Focus: 50 tonnes of massive mussels in OpotikiCheck out these mussels! New Zealand's first commercial open ocean marine farm, off the coast of Opotiki brings in its first harvest. Made with funding from NZ on Air.12 Oct 05:30 AM
BusinessWatch NZH Local Focus: Opotiki's spring pollinating bees under threatOpotiki beekeepers are worried too many hives are now being placed in the region by corporate newcomers, threatening the survival of the pollinating bees required for the local kiwifruit industry. Made with funding from NZ on Air.Watch10 Oct 04:14 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWatch NZH Local Focus: Opotiki mayor hits 6John Forbes' early blunder didn't diminish his election result. And he admits his opponent Les Keane ran a good campaign after all. Made with funding from NZ on Air.10 Oct 01:21 AM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Opotiki mayor hits 6John Forbes' early blunder didn't diminish his election result. And he admits his opponent Les Keane ran a good campaign after all. Made with funding from NZ on Air.Watch10 Oct 01:16 AM
