Northport now a container port after first container-only cargo ship leaves.

Woman bullied for her looks when her dream job turned into a nightmare.

Gemma McCaw is heading line up of speakers at a fundraiser for Life Education in Tauranga.

It's a workout most people dream about. For one New Zealand city it's about to come true.

Ben O'Dea has been offered a new car to replace his stolen 4WD truck.

Bella Vista collapse victims point finger at council building inspection processes.

All New Zealanders have an opportunity to help.

The news was all bad for the owners of 21 homes in the former Bella Vista development.

Lifeguards honoured after daring rescue involving a pitch-black 20m sea cave.

Man accuses police of breaching privacy laws by flying a drone above his property.

The actor joins a lineup of celebrities coming to Tauranga for the pop culture event

No one was home at the time of the fire, a fire investigator said.

A total of 150 cars were involved in the Saturday night meeting raided by police

More rain on the way during the next few days, but less severe than earlier this week.

A police pursuit was initiated after a man failed to stop on Chadwick Rd last night.

As Kiwis get fatter, the number of obesity surgeries is only "scratching the surface".

A teacher has demanded answers to Omokoroa's ''disgraceful'' intersection.

"He was the sort of guy who made friends for life."

One school is locking its gates at night to stop homeless people from sleeping there.

Justice Minister told about courthouse issues during visit to Tauranga this year.

A poignant message has been parked outside hearings to prioritise transport projects.

Elderly bullied into handing over medication, fights at shop front door, council told.

The first 43 Bay of Plenty accused of major drugs charges have denied the crimes.

Sister of man who died while volunteering in South Sudan says death a shock for family.

A little girl's concerns about her family's safety has spurred the council into action.

Commonwealth Games athlete's truck stolen in Mount Maunganui.

74-year-old Mount man did not survive a crash involving a truck at Mount Maunganui.

Te Puna make a statement of intent in Baywide Premier rugby.

A Tauranga man has died while volunteering in South Sudan.

One family had 25 members die of stomach cancer. Scientists found out why.