Bay of Plenty news

On the way: Thousands bound for Bay as cruise season opens

Anthem of the Seas is coming for its maiden NZ voyage, and it's only making one stop.

From bush to table: Deer hunters recognised for feeding communities

Hunt for Good has turned 1200 wild deer into 58,000 family meals.

'A real whānau affair': MasterChef sisters bring dining experience to Tauranga

The lauded six-course Maumahara dinner will be held at St Amand Events Venue in Tauranga.

'I could not believe it': Triathlete makes world finals at age 69

Jenny Bradley started competing in triathlons at age 61.

Air NZ’s first electric aircraft takes off from Tauranga ahead of inter-island summer trips

New battery-powered aircraft has a range of nearly 400km.

Airports group says NZ had world’s highest domestic airfare increase since 2019

Airline leader says comparisons with other countries are dubious.

Air New Zealand and Air Chathams team up

A one-stop shop is opening for some flyers wanting to get around regional New Zealand.

Company failures surge past 2024 levels as economic strain bites

Liquidations have reached 1974 this year and plenty more are expected.

A first timer's guide to therapy: Here's what to know about mental health support in NZ

Dr Kate MacKrill on the barriers to seeking therapy, the cost and how to get started.

Business and broadcast leaders join Tauranga’s growing arts festival team

Hayley Nelson and Jolene James have joined the Tauranga Arts Festival board.

Looking for a date or mate? The sport that's become a social phenomenon

From friendly meets to budding romances, the padel community is thriving in NZ.

'She's bang on every time': Pup Indie has a nose for truffles

The 7-month-old springer spaniel has just finished her first season at the truffiere.

New Chinese brand to launch in NZ before the end of the year

GAC will increase the number of Chinese carmakers in NZ to 15 when it launches in December

GWM Haval H6 Ultra PHEV first drive: local(ised) hero

The Haval H6 PHEV packs a big battery and handling tuned by a former Holden handling hero.

The Lexus LS Concept is a six-wheel electric people mover

The new concept is a 6-wheeled people mover EV positioned as a successor to the LS sedan!

VW Tayron, MGU9, Audi A6 e-tron all scoop 5 stars

The latest round of ANCAP testing has seen a newcomers from VW, MG and Audi score highly.

Brick-and-tile house on rich-lister street heads to auction with unbelievable RV

How 1940s Westmere original is one of Auckland’s hottest properties.

Devonport villa for sale after Netflix encounter with movie star Florence Pugh

Double-storey home features in upcoming epic.

Six60 stayed here: Balclutha host on band’s surprise Airbnb booking

Historic home for sale for $1.09m-plus.

Auckland couple selling the historic Hawke's Bay villa that changed their lives

Pair's restoration of Hawthorne House has brought joy to guests from around the world.

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Bay grower's 50-year avocado gamble pays off in wild spring winds

Doug Brown planted hundreds of pine trees to shield his orchard from the wind.

Virtual lessons bring the farm to the classroom

About 50 Kiwi farming families now host virtual sessions with schools through Farmer Time.

Rural paper celebrates 300th issue milestone

Coast & Country News marks 300 editions in October 2025, spanning 25 years in print.

Luxon says lower rates, rising spend point to better times ahead

The PM urged more compelling candidates after low local election turnout.