PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesI got addicted to vaping at 11 – two weeks after my dad's lung cancer diagnosisEllyce paid a schoolmate $40 a month for vapes with about 35,000 puffs.08 Nov 07:00 PM
PremiumBay of Plenty Times'The one who never says no': Entrepreneur Sharon Hunter is back in businessThe entrepreneur's new premium liquor brand "gives women their own seat at the bar".24 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumBay of Plenty TimesThey're back! Cruise ship season's return welcomed for Mount's recoveryTauranga will welcome 79 cruise ships and more than 200,000 cruise visitors this season.04 Oct 05:01 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Becoming the song': 30 hopefuls vie for country music titleThirty performers qualified after winning affiliated titles across New Zealand.02 Oct 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesKiwi Below Deck star Aesha Scott addresses show controversyThe Kiwi star has spoken up after cast members slammed the show's production.08 Sep 11:41 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'I'm not a criminal' – Whakaari hero Mark Law on being honoured, then prosecuted05 Sep 11:29 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Devastating': Wife's warning after husband, 55, diagnosed with rare dementia 19 Jul 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Kiwi twist': New school leavers' festival brings Schoolies to the Bay16 Jul 06:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘If you see me running, just try and keep up’: Volcanologist reflects on fiery careerScientist Brad Scott reflects on five decades studying NZ eruptions. 06 Jun 06:02 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHow a new family Matariki show will turn Tauranga theatre into a starry forestThe narrated show introduces all nine Matariki stars through dance.18 May 11:59 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times‘I’ll just help myself’: Mum builds booming business weeks after giving birthHer first 120 Breasties pumps sold out in about two months, leaving no stock.16 May 09:01 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesOn The Up: Italian scout slides into Kiwi artist's DMs with surprise inviteThe 'originality' of his 'tragic' Marilyn Monroe interpretation caught their attention.13 May 03:00 AM
LifestyleThe best places to eat in the Bay of PlentyA hungry person's guide to the Bay.12 May 07:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Privilege’ in the skies: Veteran pilots keep Anzac flyover tradition aliveThis year the flyover will feature two Yak-52 Russian trainer aircraft.24 Apr 04:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesJazz takes over Tauranga at the 63rd National Jazz FestivalInternational acts return, including the Adrian Cox Trio and Benjamin J Shepherd.30 Mar 01:09 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesRural retreats chase booming wellness tourism dollar in BayMore tourists are seeking unplugged, nature-based getaways.21 Mar 10:02 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesChoosing real‑life chemistry in a world full of dating apps Many now say swiping left and right feels isolating rather than exciting.20 Mar 03:15 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesI've cared for 100 dying people. This is what I want people to know about deathThere are similarities in what the dying share, Pamela Shennan says.19 Mar 05:01 AM
Bay of Plenty Times19,000 jobs: Record kiwifruit harvest boosts the Bay of PlentyHiring now: Average orchard wages are about $25.70 an hour, 9% above minimum wage.13 Mar 05:05 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga family swaps city life for off-grid summerThe Fairbairns flew by helicopter into private land in the Ahimanawa Range.13 Mar 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakaari survivor pilot finds love and healing after White Island tragedyHelicopter pilot Brian Depauw married his soulmate in a magical European ceremony.08 Mar 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘We’re trying to make a difference’: Simon Gault's new missionHow Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick found an unexpected connection through health.07 Mar 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times'This is how I die’: Whakaari tour guide describes being engulfed by eruption'The moment I saw it, I knew what was happening. The island was erupting.'20 Feb 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesKiwi actors star in Heathers the Musical Performers from Auckland and Tauranga land lead roles after tough audition process.16 Feb 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWatch: Man attempting world-record swim joined by orca in shallows at popular NZ beachLifeguards tracked the pod along Pāpāmoa Beach to protect swimmers.08 Feb 05:04 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesStan Walker and Nauti release new single One Life with 9th WonderThe track was written at an APRA camp after long talks on culture and roots.04 Feb 07:57 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Dream come true': Coromandel man captures near 100kg marlin after quarter-century questThe marlin weighed in at just under 97kgs, and was caught off the coast of Whangamatā.02 Feb 01:32 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesThese are NZ’s 10 best surf beaches, but which will you vote as the ultimate winner?Voting is open for the country's top beaches across five categories. Which will you pick?19 Jan 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesThese are the 10 best family beaches in NZ, but which will you vote as number one?Voting is open in the Herald's annual Best Beach competition.18 Jan 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNZ’s best beaches: Your top 50 finalists revealed, plus how to vote for the ultimate winnersVoting is open for the country's top beaches across five categories. Who will you pick?17 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCoro bike park built by local legend now a drawcard for hidden gem tracksThe park now offers more than 6km of tracks, jumps and BMX runs.16 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhere are NZ’s best beaches? Dai Henwood, Bret McKenzie, Hilary Barry share their picksFrom Northland to Nelson, famous Kiwis share their favourite NZ beaches.03 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNZ's Best Beach 2026: Help choose the 2026 winners, from hidden gems to city sandsThe search for the country's best beach returns and we need your help.02 Jan 04:00 PM
