Bay of Plenty TimesRed hat attack: Police probe gang-related assault in BoP CBDSenior Sergeant Cam Mackinnon says the assault shows a need for more CBD patrols.16 Feb 08:00 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
SportHigh jump world champion Hamish Kerr wins Supreme Halberg AwardThe 29-year-old claimed sportsman of the year, before lifting the big prize. 16 Feb 08:52 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWaka ama crew swamped by wake going over Whakatāne barThe crew lost an $800 steering blade and a $2000 Garmin GPS watch in the swamping.16 Feb 04:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesCar ploughs into bakery window in TaurangaThe crash happened at the busy Gate Pā shopping centre in Tauranga.16 Feb 02:58 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesJunior lifesavers take over Pāpāmoa for Oceans ’26The four-day festival shifts from Mount Maunganui for the first time in 25 years.16 Feb 01:58 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesRoads around Mauao reopen after slip site deemed stableEngineers found no movement at the main Mauao slip or nearby slopes.15 Feb 10:45 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMount Maunganui fireFire and Emergency New Zealand was called to a blaze at a property on Golf Rd around 7am. Video / Dion NortonWatch15 Feb 08:49 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPeople escape Mount Maunganui fire as home badly damagedCrews from Mount Maunganui, Tauranga Central and Greerton battled the blaze.15 Feb 07:43 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHalberg Awards: Who will win the supreme award?The 63rd Halberg Awards take place in Auckland tonight.15 Feb 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesInside Waikato University's 'ambitious plans' to grow Tauranga campusPlans include property buys, 300 new student beds, more staff and more programmes.15 Feb 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTeen driver killed in crash while fleeing security guards during illegal hunting tripCoroner Ian Telford: 'Jacob’s death was preventable.'15 Feb 05:23 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerEarnings clues: Where to look for real signs the economy is turning the cornerFreightways, Port of Tauranga and Summerset offer clues on broader demand.15 Feb 03:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFallen trees, power outages, travel disruption: Kiwis brace as overnight storm worsensPeople are strongly urged to take this seriously and prepare now.15 Feb 10:27 AM
SportLoophole sees teen star Sam Ruthe achieve Games qualifying time in battle with Olympic championThe 16-year-old went up against a tough field in the biggest race of his life.15 Feb 01:53 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTerns cling to unlikely home under busy Tauranga bridgeThe rebuilt nesting platform has boosted bird numbers after past storm damage.15 Feb 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'I felt utterly destroyed': Woman's life changed after being strangled by jealous ex'My world was very small for a long time after the incident and I couldn’t function.'14 Feb 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Joy and grief': Local MP opens up on his wedding held after Mount Maunganui tragedyThe MP had to abandon wedding planning to support his community amid the tragedy.14 Feb 08:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesThe Taupō cop who has responded to some of the worst disasters in NZ & around the globe'I am there to do a good job for those grieving families.'14 Feb 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan dies in Ōtorohanga floodwaters, more wild weather on the wayOrange heavy rain warnings are in force for Bay of Plenty, Gisborne and Hawke's Bay.14 Feb 01:02 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesAndy Belcher: Photographer who said ‘Yes’ to lifeObituary for The Weekend Sun on photographer Andrew Edward Belcher13 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times'Painful recovery': Mount businesses call for urgent financial helpTwo owners call for more council and government support.13 Feb 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesZespri backs new Red80 kiwifruit to lift RubyRed salesZespri plans 100ha of Red80 licences for growers in 2026.13 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Four lessons NZ should take from another summer of weather disastersOPINION: New Zealand faces extreme weather, quakes, slips and tsunamis on a rising scale. 13 Feb 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesState highways flooded as heavy rain drenches North IslandFlooding and slips are closing state highways.13 Feb 07:21 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'They have never done it': Top doctor fears no action on child abuse after Malachi Subecz's deathPaediatrician Patrick Kelly says past governments have never delivered on training.13 Feb 04:41 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesDocuments revealed: Inside Te Pāti Māori’s vote to expel two MPsConcerns were raised about the "perception of a conflict of interest". 13 Feb 03:20 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakatāne urupa dispute: Trustees have their say in courtThe court must now decide whether to overturn or rethink the dig approval.13 Feb 03:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesLeaving 'happy place': Residents tearful as council evacuates camp over landslide risk'It's absolutely devastating. Financially, just a massive, massive blow, I tell you.'13 Feb 02:29 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Entirely flawed': Regional councillors hit back at government reformsBay of Plenty councillors criticise government’s local reform, seek stronger Māori voice.12 Feb 11:09 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBaypark Speedway roars back with triple‑header title nightThe Bay of Plenty Sprint Car Champs have drawn a season-high 20-car field.12 Feb 10:29 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesOrange rain warning: Up to 200mm forecast for Bay of PlentyRainfall could reach 25 to 40mm an hour in thunderstorms over the region.12 Feb 09:26 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'There are no hills on the ocean': Couple’s 1000km kayak for mental healthThe couple hope to raise $20,000 for Lifeline and Sustainable Coastlines.12 Feb 09:14 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCould a $315k one-way fix solve Mount Maunganui street's parking squeeze?One resident says more parks needed, but council's one-way idea is not the right option.12 Feb 08:30 PM
