Latest from Whakatane
Fresh weather warnings issued for BoP
Up to 180mm of rain is expected in areas east of Whakatāne.
Data show more Kiwis struggling to pay bills, behind on mortgage payments
Those most affected by financial hardship are aged between 35 and 49.
Tears as private ambulance operators found guilty of forgery; altering documents
Private ambulance operators say they injected drugs into fruit as training exercises.
How Federated Farmers shapes policy for Bay of Plenty farmers
Brent Mountfort leads Federated Farmers in advocating for 500 members on rural issues.
Transport operators outraged over condition of SH2 bridge
More than 2000 vehicles use the bridge daily, including nearly 1000 trucks.
Revealed: The first four housing projects backed by $100m fund
It will enable 65 homes in Tauranga South, Pāpāmoa, Greerton and Bethlehem.
Shane Te Pou: Grassroots organisations key to stopping the cycle of abuse
A recent death highlights the tragic issue of young Māori being killed.
Police warn gangs after major drug operation
Police arrested 20 Greazy Dogs members over alleged meth crimes in Bay of Plenty.
Crusaders farewell 'temporary' home but will new stadium be ready for next season?
New stadium Te Kaha is expected to open in late April 2026.
'I hate him': Partner of slain Tribesman lays blame for death at president's feet
Mark 'Shark' Hohua was allegedly killed in a 'hot-box' beating for spending gang funds.
Ben Francis: Why State of Origin doesn't belong in New Zealand
OPINION: Tribalism is diluted when major sports events are exported to neutral territory.
'I wept': White Island tragedy doctor’s anguish at child’s death
The young doctor started a rotation training in intensive care on the day of the disaster.
'Hot-box' murder: Accused says rival gang bigger issue than patched member's theft
Defence counsel says Mark Hohua died after falling on to concrete steps while fleeing.
900km mission: 15-year-old's long ride to Parliament to support Māori wards
Jack, 15, will ride from Whakatāne to Wellington, starting on June 28.
Tribesmen's alleged 'hotbox' murder after gang member's unauthorised online shopping
Mark Hohua, known as Shark, was allegedly beaten to death by fellow gang members in 2022.
BoP dairy targeted by armed robbers
Police recovered a stolen silver Mazda used in the robbery.
Auckland ICU doctor's book exposes NZ health system crisis from the inside
Mismanaged priorities, hospital bullies, public vs private - Dr Ivor Popovich tells all.
Patients say they didn't receive drugs a private ambulance claims to have given
Private ambulance operators are accused of altering records to obtain controlled drugs.
'It seemed strange': Pharmacist's concern about ambulance's frequent narcotics orders
A couple who ran a private ambulance service allegedly procured morphine and fentanyl.
Truck rolls in Waitomo, one lane closed on SH3
A Fire and Emergency New Zealand heavy rescue crew was dispatched from Hamilton.
Pregnant dairy worker thrown to the ground in attempted robbery
The intruder allegedly assaulted a pregnant shopkeeper, throwing her to the ground.
Wellington leads in income, South Island shines in low unemployment
Wellington now ranks high in housing affordability due to falling prices.
Private ambulance operators accused of doctoring records to obtain morphine and fentanyl
The couple claimed to treat a man who had been dead for three years.
Regional councillor Toi Iti seeks Doug Leeder's seat
He aims to bridge Māori and non-Māori communities on the council.
Child airlifted after being hit by car in Bay of Plenty
Police were notified of the incident at 8.40am.
'Questions we need to answer': School trip to backcountry hut ends in group being airlifted out
The group set off despite a weather watch, which turned into a warning en route.
Watch: 'It's just what we do' - Horseback hero's daring flood rescue
A horse tied to a post in floodwaters would likely have drowned if not for Chase Gage.