PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesSarah Hirini's life away from rugby: From World Cup glory to pilot licenceShe earned a private pilot’s licence while touring with the Black Ferns Sevens.13 Dec 07:01 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesBrewery bets on 'hyper-localised' approach in tough hospitality climate'I think everyone really does want to support local nowadays.' 13 Dec 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Maybe make a back-up plan': Forecasters eye up Christmas weatherRain is on the way next week, but what will the skies look like on Xmas Day?13 Dec 03:02 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga 'Rocketman' tackles Games challengeTe Huia Apaapa lives with autism, an intellectual disability and epilepsy.13 Dec 01:05 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesToi’s Challenge race director defends caution over damaged trackMayor Nandor Tanczos says unstable, slip-prone cliffs remain a key risk.12 Dec 11:07 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHow a cancer battle and 7am swims turned Kevin’s health – and outlook – aroundAt 78, Kevin Allott still swims around Mauao three mornings a week.12 Dec 10:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTenants move from nine homes as Kāinga Ora investigates 'weathertightness issues'Remediation, redevelopment or sale of the properties is being considered.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRural eye care ‘not daunting anymore’ for new Tauranga optometrist'Rural communities are different ... but that makes the work satisfying.'12 Dec 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'The real heroes': Public tip-off leads to Whangamatā meth bustA 34-year-old local man is in custody.12 Dec 01:39 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesFour in hospital after crash blocks SH29 near ŌmanawaThe two-vehicle crash happened near the intersection of SH29 and Ōmanawa Rd.12 Dec 01:06 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesSteady incomes, empty cupboards: What 'surprised' mayor during foodbank visitMayor Mahé Drysdale said the visit underlined the need for affordable housing in Tauranga.11 Dec 11:03 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale visits the Tauranga Community FoodbankTauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale visits the Tauranga Community Foodbank to meet volunteers and see all the work the charity does leading up to Christmas. Video / Tauranga City CouncilWatch11 Dec 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Don't shrink yourself': Why this trainee surgeon decided to share her life onlineHow Dr Kyla Matenga juggles her medical career, Crossfit, family life and social media.11 Dec 10:14 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakatāne Yacht Club berths drowning in siltSome owners have already shifted their boats to Tauranga to avoid delays.11 Dec 10:02 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesComvita strikes lender deal as it seeks at least $25m lifelineThe lender deal extends key banking facilities out to April 30, 2026.11 Dec 08:57 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesThe 90-year-old widower who walked 7300km in three years He walked many miles with his wife, and many more to process his grief after her death.11 Dec 08:20 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRelief and excitement for new Pekatahi Bridge on SH2The project is expected to cost between $64m and $69m.11 Dec 07:40 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'It meant the world': Parents praise charity after son's brain scareSurgeons cut into Maceo's skull to drain fluid as an infection threatened his life.11 Dec 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'He had big plans': Farmer killed in crash was planning marriage proposal Tony Fox, 34, died when a car hit a power pole on SH2 near Karangahake.11 Dec 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFan sales go 'ballistic' as Bay sizzles in scorching start to summerTauranga hit a December record high of 31.2C on Sunday, with Rotorua's temp a near-record.11 Dec 04:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesThunder, hail on the way for BOP before high brings cooler, calmer weekendCooler, more comfortable temperatures are expected nationwide from Friday.11 Dec 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesState Highway 2 to get new $64m+ bridge, Bishop announcesConstruction of the two-lane bridge is expected to start in mid-2027.11 Dec 01:02 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesRevamped Tauranga Business Awards promises performance insightsRadio hosts' on-stage winner interviews will reveal how top local firms achieved success.10 Dec 10:23 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesDrunken skipper Travis Whiteman fined for reversing into swimmers with propellor Both women suffered permanent scarring and ongoing psychological trauma.10 Dec 08:59 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesShellfish warning scaled back but toxic risk remains along Bay of Plenty coastThe warning covers mussels, oysters, tuatua, pipi and toheroa, among others. 10 Dec 07:51 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMeals, care, and compassion: Community initiative steps up for struggling pensionersMore than 1300 Bay of Plenty superannuitants are relying on food parcels to get by. 10 Dec 06:12 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPharmacists flag risky prescription errors tied to IT issuesAn audit found more than one in four errors could have caused harm without checks.10 Dec 05:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesFireworks spark kiwifruit orchard fire as summer risk climbsFirefighters reached the third alarm blaze and left the scene by 12.45am.10 Dec 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesResidents fight to save trees from solar farm powerline planWhakatāne District Council backs calls to shift the lines to the east side.10 Dec 12:57 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesLogs removed from Whakatāne bridgeSome of the debris included large trees and a dead horse washed downstream.09 Dec 11:20 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRāhui placed along Mount Maunganui coast to protect kaimoanaPāua numbers in the area have dropped by more than 50%.09 Dec 05:30 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesDignity on the job: New partnerships bringing period care to worksitesUrban Homes apprentice Sydney Gill says the change saves time and normalises talk. 09 Dec 05:05 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMPI confirms no hornet nest found in Bay of PlentyOfficials urge people to send photos to MPI rather than removing nests themselves.09 Dec 02:28 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesLarge police presence on SH2 Western Bay of PlentyWitnesses report at least a dozen officers on SH2 between Katikati and Whakamarama.09 Dec 02:04 AM