Latest from Tauranga

North Island braces for severe thunderstorms, tornadoes

Severe thunderstorm watch in place from Taranaki to Northland until midnight tonight.

SuperGold card free travel extended from August 19

Bay of Plenty Regional Council has reviewed the hours following requests.

Steamers forwards set platform for win

The Steamers were in full control against Otago and it started at the front.

Match Report: Steamers beat Otago 50-7

The Bay of Plenty Steamers have started their Mitre 10 Cup campaign with a bang.

Rotorua Aces produce epic comeback

The Rotorua Aces played Mount Maunganui in the Intercity Trophy final on Saturday.

Batten down the hatches! Severe thunderstorm watch for Bay

Front is expected to clear the East Cape by tonight.

Wharf St vs Eat Streat: Comparing the dining precincts

"We've taken a big gamble."

Green Corridor and Eat Streat concepts proposed for Tauranga

Tauranga City Council has proposed two projects similar to ones undertaken in Rotorua.

The new hottest place to buy - it might surprise you

Home values in the town of 6900 people have jumped 125 per cent over the past 10 years.

Firefighters rescue huge pup from ravine

The big Leonburger pup was stuck between a rock and a hard place.

Title races narrowing in Premiership and W-League

Little changed in WaiBop premiership title race from last year.

Bay of Plenty's best restaurants and bars revealed

The outstanding eateries and bars in Tauranga for 2019 have been chosen.

Super 8: Rotorua Boys' finish with a win

Rotorua Boys' High School beat New Plymouth Boys' High School in their last Super 8 game.

Steamers sign former NRL player Papali'i

The 2019 Steamers squad will be bolstered by former Roosters player Abraham Papali'i.

Special needs' support: Learning Support Coordinators announced

The ministry says 20 coordinators are being allocated to Rotorua and 12 to Tauranga.

Super 8: Bay teams prepare for final round

The last games of the Super 8 First XV Rugby Championship are being played this weekend.

One person dead, one critical after Bay of Plenty crash

The road is closed and there is a significant emergency service presence at the scene.

Ministry of Children reviews long overdue

The occupation of Ihumaatao has also added another level of disquiet.