New Zealand'Rein in the fantasies' - Council pauses hotel and conference centreCentral government directs councils to get back to core business.23 Sep 12:13 AM
New ZealandRural school marks major milestoneOropi School is celebrating its 125th anniversary in October.22 Sep 11:45 PM
New Zealand'She is my best friend': Boy's 'life enabling' assistance dogThe relationship between Harry, and his assistance dog Kowhai, provides a needed bond.22 Sep 06:23 PM
New Zealand'Gross negligence': Family to sue banks after disabled son lost $250k in scamNeither NZ nor Australian police are investigating the fraud due to a miscommunication.22 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow scientists aim to model volcanic ashfall from the next major NZ eruptionScientists are developing a smart new model to forecast damage from ashfall in real time.22 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Is now a good time to buy a house?OPINION: The worst is behind us.22 Sep 04:05 PM
New ZealandSand art mural decorates Mount Main Beach for Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori'Toi onepū [sand art] is the perfect medium to symbolise te reo Māori.'21 Sep 09:48 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFuneral directors placed in liquidation owing $150,000One creditor says the move is 'just and equitable'.21 Sep 05:00 PM
TravelNew things to do in the Bay of Plenty this summerLet’s gear up for the warmer months.20 Sep 07:00 PM
New ZealandBunnings to open $23m new Tauranga store after Mitre 10 turf warThe new hardware store will be 500m down the road from a competitor.20 Sep 05:04 PM
New ZealandAfter 50 years playcentre eyes fresh new futurePlaycentre marks a significant milestone in continuing to support generations of families.20 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil ‘got it wrong’ with controversial road closure, meeting toldMore than $5 million in fines have been issued since the controversial closure.19 Sep 05:02 PM
New Zealand'It was like slow motion': Brother recalls fatal strike during Mongrel Mob brawlThomas Te Kani said he immediately dropped to the ground to cover his brother.19 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandFamily sides with Tauranga man jailed for 11yrs after sexually abusing stepdaughter'Sometimes I get messages from them saying they hate me,' said the 11-year-old.19 Sep 05:01 AM
New ZealandBay proud: Heroine's welcome home for sevens Olympic championsHundreds gathered at Blake Park to meet NZ's Black Ferns rugby sevens team.19 Sep 04:50 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance$3.6m liabilities: PwC report on Sportcraft boating businessesStaff, Inland Revenue and many others are listed as being owed money by the two companies.18 Sep 08:29 PM
New Zealand'Crash 4, Crash 4': Colleague's final moments with man crushed in conveyor beltThe fertiliser company admits it failed to ensure workers' safety.18 Sep 08:14 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeFamily-owned Tauranga motorhome business goes into liquidation owing $400kThe Tauranga-based company sells and repairs recreational vehicles and caravans.18 Sep 04:57 AM
New ZealandGift parcel scam operating overseas targets TaurangaOverseas scammers using QR code to access mobile phone data.18 Sep 04:07 AM
New ZealandOne person injured, BB gun seized after ‘fight’ in PāpāmoaPolice were notified of the fight at 1.40pm.18 Sep 03:49 AM
New Zealand'Horrific and extreme': Man found with child sex abuse images avoids jailCriminal caught after a European law enforcement agency flagged online activity.18 Sep 01:30 AM
Kahu‘We’re not a charity’: No pay for councillor on medical leaveTauranga’s first Māori ward councillor has not yet been able to take up his role.17 Sep 10:08 PM
New ZealandSand art decorates Mount Main Beach'This toi onepū (sand art)... is a powerful statement of resilience and pride.'17 Sep 04:08 PM
New ZealandTauranga Smoke: 'A passionate rock lovers dream come true'A rock music festival is making its first appearance in the Bay this November.17 Sep 02:33 AM
New ZealandResponse to 'dramatic' paraglider crash praisedA paraglider was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries.17 Sep 01:34 AM
New ZealandFind out what's on in the Bay of PlentyWhat's on around the Bay of Plenty region.17 Sep 12:01 AM
New Zealand'Massive': Why Jetstar flights are good news for Tauranga and RotoruaFlights to two Australian cities will soon be available closer to home.16 Sep 07:26 PM
New Zealand'I'm mighty Mongrel Mob': Niece describes events leading to fatal brawlThe now 22-year-old was scared for her 8-week-old baby inside the house.16 Sep 07:02 AM
New Zealand'Frustrated': Family hit roadblocks getting teen to Italy for lifesaving therapyThey are trying to raise more than $500K and have been denied funding.15 Sep 09:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: The tax debate that won’t go awayOPINION: Capital gains tax debate resurfaces.15 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandParaglider airlifted to hospital after crashing on Mt MaunganuiSt John said the patient had suffered serious injuries.15 Sep 07:26 AM
New ZealandSteamers steam ahead in home game specialBoP Steamers and Volcanix had a double-header rugby day at Tauranga Domain.15 Sep 04:48 AM
New ZealandAke ake ake - a forever language for NZMāori Language Week - Te Wiki 2024 kicked off at noon today.15 Sep 04:21 AM
New ZealandHip-hop group The 046 to perform in BoPThe group has amassed tens of millions of streams and viral music videos.15 Sep 03:00 AM
