New ZealandA day at the foodbank: 'A lot of fun, a lot of problem-solving, and a lot of kindness'What our reporter learned from spending a day volunteering with a vital community service.21 Nov 11:02 PM
New ZealandDad describes evacuation as 'intense' wildfire threatened homesFirefighters remain at the scene two days later dealing with flare-ups.21 Nov 11:15 AM
New Zealand'Feel the wairua': $300k sculpture by Rotorua artist unveiled in Tauranga CBDA 7-tonne sculpture by a has been unveiled in Tauranga's Red Square.21 Nov 01:02 AM
New ZealandWoman allegedly four times over booze limit caught speeding at school pick-up timeThe 42-year-old was clocked driving 30km over the speed limit, police say.20 Nov 09:28 PM
New Zealand'Flare up at 1am': Ten properties evacuated due to shelter belt fireCrews are monitoring and mopping up hot spots this morning.20 Nov 08:05 PM
New Zealand'The deal sucks': MPs seek Auditor-General inquiry into marine precinct saleTauranga City Council is investigating its sale of the precinct to a developer.20 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandCar engulfed with fire on SH29A vehicle caught fire on State Highway 29 in the Lower Kaimai Range on Wednesday evening.20 Nov 07:03 PM
New ZealandFirefighters working overnight to extinguish 'massive fire' in Bay of PlentyResidents were forced from their homes due to the fire.20 Nov 07:31 AM
New ZealandFire contained at Pāpāmoa shopping centreA fire investigator has been requested to attend the scene.20 Nov 01:34 AM
New ZealandThe man who can lift a grand pianoRich Farrell aims for top 10 finish at the world Strongman Games.20 Nov 01:08 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHigh hopes, no new homes yet: NZ Super Fund, Classic partnership'No titles have come through yet for build partners to commence the construction.'19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas Appeal: Business donates $3000 to foodbankCraigs Investment Partners is giving back to local charities this Christmas.18 Nov 09:00 PM
New Zealand‘Potentially lethal’ shellfish warning for BOP, CoromandelAnyone gathering or eating shellfish from this section of coastline could get sick.18 Nov 08:31 PM
New ZealandDo a mean Manu! City hosts first qualifying event for world champsTauranga's bombing competition has been named an official qualifying event for 2025.18 Nov 07:54 PM
New Zealand'Overwhelming public support': Calls for fireworks ban grow after horse's death'The only thing keeping me going is trying to stay strong to fight for the ban': owner18 Nov 04:03 PM
New Zealand'Go in, go in!': 11yo golfer becomes youngest Taupō Hole-in-One $10k winnerThe Tauranga youngster has a sweet plan for his prize money.18 Nov 01:45 AM
New ZealandHow a 'horrific' hunting accident in 1982 led to a terminal cancer diagnosisA patient is 'disgusted' National didn't fund 13 cancer drugs it promised.17 Nov 06:40 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessOpinion: Trump v Fed - a showdown ahead as interest rate cuts continueOPINION: US inflation stabilises, but Trump's policies may complicate Fed's strategy.17 Nov 03:00 PM
New Zealand'Just fantastic': Generous community gets Christmas Appeal off to roaring startA week on from the appeal launch, the foodbank has had thousands of donations.16 Nov 11:22 PM
New Zealand'Backlash': City-centre business faces drop in sales after road changes'The business is no longer viable yet I have two years left on my lease'.16 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandDrink-driver who hit pedestrian fails to avoid conviction despite deportation fearHe was four times over the limit but initially claimed he only had 2 beers.15 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew design plans wanted for Tauranga’s $105m aquatic centreTauranga City Council has paused plans for the $105m Memorial Park aquatic facility15 Nov 03:01 AM
New Zealand'Sharing joy': Tauranga Crossing's Christmas gift for struggling familiesTauranga Crossing is giving back to those in need.15 Nov 01:13 AM
New ZealandNew Lotto millionaire bought only two tickets before striking it richThe winners, an Auckland family and a Tauranga couple, pocketed $5.25 million each.14 Nov 10:52 PM
New Zealand'It just kept getting bigger': Teens plan epic 800km Cape to Cape journeyAdventuring from the East to West Cape, three boys have turned an idea into reality.14 Nov 04:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Sickening': Female preschool teacher charged with possessing child abuse imagesThe teacher has been in court and has been granted interim name suppression.14 Nov 03:59 AM
New ZealandThe region that's overtaken Auckland as the most expensive to rent inTrade Me Property’s latest Rental Price Index is out.14 Nov 12:14 AM
New Zealand'So beautiful': Hundreds of migrants welcomed on to maraeFamilies spent time learning about Māori culture.13 Nov 11:27 PM
New Zealand'Would not have made it to hospital': Tauranga after-hours clinic’s sudden closure upsets parentsMum who rushed son to the clinic after he 'split his head open' shocked by closure.13 Nov 04:01 PM
New ZealandBloom in the Bay: explore art, gardening, and wellness at Tauranga festivalPlay with pottery or learn how to make a knife at one of the many events.13 Nov 12:48 AM
New ZealandTauranga water mains break causing discoloured waterIt affects the area from the city centre to Greerton.12 Nov 11:04 PM
New Zealand'Speed up access' to health services: New child wellness centre opensIt is a 'significant milestone' in Health NZ's commitment to improving children's health.12 Nov 04:01 PM
New ZealandZimbabwean saxophonist amped for Totara StreetThabani Gapara will play in Mount Maunganui, touring his album, Dzindza.12 Nov 03:09 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Market is crap' - house builder Classic Group drops staff numbers by 90'We used to build 300 houses a year but we’re down to 70, 80, maybe 100.' - Cooney12 Nov 02:38 AM
