Bay of Plenty TimesCity council calls for public inquiry into water fluoridationTauranga's decision followed a 1345-signature public petition.19 Nov 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesDrenched: Four BoP rivers reached warning levelsMost rivers were expected to peak overnight. 19 Nov 04:30 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTrio accused of murdering Tristan Oakes enter pleasOakes' whānau also attended the appearance in the High Court at Tauranga this morning.19 Nov 01:19 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesNew Minden Lookout platform to open this month after $220k rebuildThe design features steel roof beams and a new accessible path.19 Nov 12:48 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesFlooding and rockfall in CoromandelFlooding and rockfall on Whangapoua Hill in Coromandel. Video / Mieke KregtingWatch18 Nov 11:30 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘It’s definitely a learning curve’: Wilde reflects on costly Dubai errorHayden Wilde was denied victory after riding an extra lap on the bike in Dubai.18 Nov 10:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesResidents push back on council’s chipseal road planResidents say chipseal lowers street quality and increases road noise.18 Nov 09:15 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCuppas, treats and tinned fish: Foodbank shares donation Christmas wishlistHow you can help fill the gaps on the shelves and spread a little festive cheer.18 Nov 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesDouble-fatal Kaimai crash: Coroner finds driver under the influence of cannabisThe double-fatal Kaimai crash was described as ‘avoidable’ by the coroner.18 Nov 06:54 PM
SportTeam Cricket unveil Jesse Ryder for T20 Black Clash 2026One of the most talented players to ever wear the black cap has signed on for next year. 18 Nov 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesRevealed: Serious youth crime is dropping nationwide, but is up 56% in one districtBurglary is falling in terms of the most common offences, with robbery and assault rising.18 Nov 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘I think this is sensible’: All councillors get same 15.56% pay riseNew council salaries from $1.48m pool revealed. 18 Nov 03:05 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesMost concerned about BoP: Heavy rain warnings as deluge looms for North IslandForecasters warn Bay of Plenty could get up to 200mm of rain in 24 hours.17 Nov 11:51 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRoad crews beat the clock to reopen key Coromandel route earlyMore than 200 maintenance jobs were completed during the week-long closure.17 Nov 10:40 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesAsbestos‑tainted Kmart product shuts some Bay of Plenty schoolsThe Ministry of Education has fielded more than 260 queries from schools.17 Nov 09:43 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesAt 50, this mum isn't sure she'll see Christmas - what she wants you to know about bowel cancer'With time running short, we live differently. We don’t put things off anymore.'17 Nov 06:38 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesAsh cloud halts Tauranga flights as Whakaari stirs againRay Dumble says cancellations affected services on Monday night and Tuesday.17 Nov 05:48 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTeen suffers spinal injury after pool diveLifeguards pulled the girl from the Greerton pool and performed CPR on Sunday.17 Nov 01:17 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWet, wet, wet: Heavy rain warnings for Bay of PlentyThe Coromandel Peninsula and Tongariro National Park are also under warnings.16 Nov 11:29 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Trip down memory lane’: Former NAC duo swap roles in the cockpitPhil Hooker surprised his Air NZ training captain, Trevor Ancell, from 24 years ago.16 Nov 10:11 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNearly 250 schools raise safety fears after play sand asbestos recallSome NZ schools are closed this week while they undergo contamination testing.16 Nov 09:46 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Was it them?' Small-town buzz as locals wonder who won record-breaking Lotto drawFireworks lit up Kawerau soon after Saturday's draw. 16 Nov 08:22 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBattle to protect Bay waters from invasive pestsThe seaweed caulerpa and freshwater gold clams threaten to overwhelm native species.16 Nov 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHayden Wilde slams Dubai T100 officials after extra bike lap costs resultWilde rode an extra 8km after missing the bike exit in the Dubai heat.16 Nov 06:38 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesRare historic bowl by master carver could fetch $300k at Auckland auctionThe kumete whakairo was carved as a peace gift to politician Robert Graham in 1878.16 Nov 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhere the winning record-breaking Lotto tickets were soldThe $55m prize was split three ways in the must-be-won Powerball draw. 15 Nov 10:40 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesIre and emergencies: Restructure 'déjà vu' for 37-year veteran firefighterUnion says 12 roles could go at Tauranga BOP HQ, support roles in Rotorua 'decimated'.15 Nov 10:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHow a shopping centre is helping fill plates — and hearts — this Christmas30 families will receive a decorated Christmas tree and a $500 Pak’nSave voucher.15 Nov 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Bargain to be had': Coromandel bay for sale for well below its $9m RV Massive chunk of coastal land close to where NZ’s rich-listers go to unwind.15 Nov 04:52 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHow a refit of an electronic monitoring bracelet led to accusation of assaultA security officer was accused of indecently assaulting a woman on community detention.15 Nov 04:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Lucky we weren’t out there with the kids': 'Mini tornado' lifts farm equipment 20m in airOne central Christchurch resident said the weather had 'gone crazy'.15 Nov 03:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesRemembrance picnic offers space for hope and healing after lossOrganisers say the day offers gentle support before the holiday season.15 Nov 01:12 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'On a narrow ledge': Demand for full-week foodbank support surges 145%How you can help struggling Tauranga and Western Bay families heading into Christmas. 14 Nov 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFrom dairy to gold: How the Dyers built a kiwifruit dynasty'If you are not constantly adapting to change, you’re going backwards.' 14 Nov 04:00 PM
