Single shoplifting report leads to 37 convictions, jail for prolific offender
A Tauranga shoplifter got two years for 37 charges since last year.
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Man found dead at Bay of Plenty house after being involved in crash
Inquiries into the crash and death are ongoing.
Inhaler recycling trial a first for the Bay
The trial aims to divert pharmaceutical waste from landfills and reduce emissions.
SH29 over Kaimāī Range to close for four nights
SH29 will close for four nights from June 15 to June 19, 8pm to 3.30am.
Heavy rain, thunderstorms set to impact Bay of Plenty
An orange rain warning is in place for Bay of Plenty, east of Whakatāne.
Rotorua grassroots recycling milestone plants 1000 trees
Monthly collections reach 1300 cans, supporting 400 plus tree plantings annually.
One council to rule them all? Rotorua to explore options with neighbours
Tauranga mayor backs having the conversation, saying it's time to 'put egos aside'.
Three strikes: Bins confiscated for repeat recycling errors
Whakatāne plans strict penalties for incorrect recycling in bins.
Gregor Paul: Why the Chiefs have looked a class above
OPINION: The Chiefs have shown determination after losing the last two Super finals.
Why Whakatāne's mayor is cautious about new homes in Matatā
The council spent over $300,000 clearing debris from Matatā catch-pits.
'It could have been much worse': Beloved restaurant's staff take stock after fire
Castle 91 will be closed for repairs but the Brookfield location remains open.
Upgrade plans: Tauranga toll road cameras to get major tech boost
Camera upgrades on SH2 start on June 9, taking four nights to complete.
'I'm very flattered': Mexted on King's Birthday Honour
Murray Mexted was honoured as an Officer of the NZ Order of Merit.
'World-leading technology': Tauranga cancer centre achieves Asia Pacific first
'Having this right here in Tauranga is a huge advancement for healthcare in our region.'
'I'm doing it for my wife': KSM honours veteran's service
Fred Milligan receives the King's Service Medal in the King’s Birthday Honours.
Science with honours: Chris Duggan's transformative impact recognised
Chris Duggan founded House of Science in 2014 to boost primary science education.
Badly injured man spends nearly eight hours trapped in tractor by fallen tree
The man was airlifted to hospital with critical injuries.
Person critically injured in Whakatāne crash
Taneatua Rd is closed following a single-vehicle crash.
Popular Greerton restaurant catches fire
Firefighters extinguished a fire at Castle 91.
'Shocked, actually': Rotorua healthcare leader reflects on decades of service
Hariata Vercoe has been recognised for her services to Māori, health, and the community.
Woodman-Wickliffe on babies, books, broadcasting and King’s Birthday honour
She aims to start a family after the Rugby World Cup in England.
Armed police responding to gun report seize toy
Armed police were called to a carpark near Mount Maunganui beach on Saturday.
'I'm not deserving': Radio veteran, voice of motorsport honoured
Brian Kelly's contributions behind the mic over 55 years in radio have been recognised.
SH29 reopens near Hinuera after crash
The closure was to clear away downed powerlines from the road.
'Serial entrepreneur' Wayne Wright honoured for services to education, philanthropy
Wright co-founded BestStart - the country's largest early childhood education provider.
'I didn't give up on myself': BMX Olympian receives 'special' honour
Sarah Walker is honoured for her services to BMX and sports governance.
Bay of Plenty All Black, Olympian, philanthropist and master fly-tier make honours list
The King's Birthday honours include famous names and community heroes.
2025 King's Birthday Honours List
Celebrating the Knights and Dames appointed in this year's King's Birthday Honours list. Video / NZ Herald
Editorial: Honours list showcases Kiwi excellence on national stage
OPINION: BMX champion Sarah Walker is among the recognisable names on the list.
Opinion: Is the US dollar losing its shine on the global stage?
The US dollar has fallen over 6% against the NZ dollar this year.
'I love it': Real estate trailblazer renews her licence at age 81
She started her career in 1979 with just a radio-telephone and a large listing book.
Multi-million-dollar bach for sale again after owners quit the beach for sailing adventure
Retirees are looking for over $3.2m for their Coromandel home.
Mercedes ploughs through Tauranga bakery
No injuries were reported, but the bakery was extensively damaged.
King's Birthday gift: Four Lotto players scoop $30k apiece
Three Bay of Plenty players won over $30,000 in Lotto's second division.