New ZealandJoggers see fire, raise alarm early (+video)An electrical fault in an external air conditioning unit is suspected to have caused a fire that damaged the Bayfair branch of physiotherapy business Body in Motion.07 Jul 11:16 PM
PropertyStruggling children to reap retail benefitsThe future looks brighter for Kiwi kids living in hardship in Tauranga and Auckland thanks to the announcement of a new partnership 06 Jul 11:38 PM
New Zealand$34m a big draw for Tauranga Lotto puntersTonight's $34 million Powerball draw is one of the largest prizes in New Zealand history and punters are hitting the shops in droves for their chance to win.05 Jul 07:47 PM
New ZealandSuperGold cardholders take fight to ParliamentTauranga Grey Power members will be among those presenting a petition to Parliament today to halt the changes to the SuperGold Card by the Government.04 Jul 07:16 PM
New ZealandPrincipals seek clarity on disciplineSchool principals uncertain about their right to discipline international students have asked the Ministry of Education to clear up confusion.04 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelRoad trip: Comfort on the CoromandelA beach trip is sometimes best mid-winter. Tim Roxborogh goes in search of the sun.02 Jul 11:21 PM
New ZealandFlu shots 'no-brainer' for those at riskA Tauranga mother whose 2-year-old was hospitalised with the flu is warning others to get vaccinated - especially those with respiratory illness.30 Jun 11:30 PM
New ZealandMan accused of murdering 3-month-oldMan appeared in Tauranga Court charged with the murder of three-month-old baby Richard Uddin.29 Jun 12:05 AM
New ZealandRiver, the rescued pup, sure has grownRiver, the puppy saved by a Bay primary school student last year, has settled in with her rescuer's family and grown into a lovable, large dog.28 Jun 01:27 AM
Sport'Weekend from hell' for rugby boyA Mount father says his family has been through a "weekend from hell" after his son suffered a serious neck injury in a secondary school rugby game.27 Jun 08:19 PM
New ZealandMan shot with rifle in TaurangaA man was shot with a rifle in Tauranga last night, police are seeking more information. The mans injuries are not life threatening.23 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandUnease at schools' funding overhaulA new proposed funding scheme for schools and teachers has been likened to 90s bulk-funding and has already received criticism by both the secondary and primary school unions.23 Jun 09:27 PM
New ZealandEx-teacher admits assaulting boysA former teacher has admitted molesting two of his male students at Mount Maunganui College in the 1970s and into 1980.22 Jun 08:43 PM
New ZealandSinger's 'mews' returns after 8 yearsFletcher Oxford was so heartbroken about the disappearance of his cat he performed a song on national TV imploring her to come home - 8 years later, she has.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDame Susan Devoy: Take on more refugeesRace Relations Commission Dame Susan Devoy says NZ needs to take on more refugees to show it is deserving of a seat at the UN Security Council.17 Jun 03:37 AM
BusinessThe avocado bandits pushing up pricesBrazen thieves have been targeting avocado growers in the district, with up to a dozen theft complaints to Western Bay police in the past six weeks.15 Jun 08:19 PM
New ZealandBaby death: Parents face manslaughter chargesThe Bay of Plenty parents accused of causing the death of their 8-month-old baby boy will defend the allegation at a jury trial.14 Jun 11:53 PM
New ZealandRuptured gas main in central TaurangaEmergency services are responding to a gas leak in central Tauranga.14 Jun 11:13 PM
New ZealandKiwi's KFC stunt 'traumatised my girl'Kiwi lifesaving champ branded gutless by father of little girl hit by flying tub of KFC coleslaw.09 Jun 08:30 PM
ConstructionLeaky school dispute tips builder into liquidationA dispute between a Tauranga builder and the Ministry of Education over school weathertightness issues tipped the builder into liquidation, an official report says.08 Jun 11:38 PM
New ZealandHomicide investigation after baby's deathPolice have confirmed they are treating the death of a 3-month-old baby in Tauranga as suspicious.08 Jun 02:29 AM
New ZealandSeniors Party vying for older voteA new political party has formed and is vying for the older vote.08 Jun 12:01 AM
LifestyleBeauty queen banks big bucksCharity officials have been left stunned by the efforts of this Tauranga beauty queen.05 Jun 10:00 PM
New ZealandPerson injured in house fireThree fire trucks and ambulance staff are at the scene, on Cumberland Crescent in Welcome Bay.05 Jun 06:49 PM
New Zealand$53.5m schooling package revealedThe investment of $53.5m in schools in Tauranga, Hamilton and Hawkes Bay is part of the Budget 2016.03 Jun 01:30 AM
LifestyleBay birthday girl looking forward to 100thIrene More was born on the fifth day of June, 1916.03 Jun 12:24 AM
New ZealandLegalising euthanasia gains support in BayA recent survey of Bay of Plenty residents carried out by Bay of Plenty MP Todd Muller found a majority were in favour of a law change.02 Jun 06:00 PM
BusinessBuyers skip basic checks to nab a homeAuckland's effect on the property market is pushing first home buyers in the regions to the limit as they buy homes without first setting foot inside.02 Jun 05:00 PM
