Latest from Bay of Plenty

Rob Rattenbury: Marriage has come a long way since the 70s

OPINION: I still believe there is a place for marriage but not first place.

No police have tested positive for drugs in last the three years

However, the head of the police association says it's 'naive' to conclude no staff used.

'Easier to get around': Thousands fewer cars on the road as Omicron hits

Thousands of people with Covid and their household contacts will be isolating.

'No immediate solution': Supply chain woes hit Bay hospitals

The Bay of Plenty District Health board says surgeries and procedures are not affected.

One Covid-19 related death in Lakes district

It comes as there are more than 14,400 cases throughout the entire country.

Police ask for help to find missing Pāpāmoa man

Anyone with information regarding David Holland or his whereabouts should call 105.

Serious accident on SH1 in Waikato

Police were alerted to the crash at about 8.30pm and have closed a section of the highway.

Covid 19: Person with Covid dies in Bay of Plenty DHB area, new cases in Bay and Lakes

Today's case numbers.

Letters: Energy costs in Tauranga among NZ's highest

Our readers have their say.

Jo Raphael: Supermarket profits are obscene - fix it now and don't pay lip service

OPINION: It's time we had more choice and power when it comes to buying groceries.

Think you have Covid but the RAT is negative? Here's what to do

Some people are testing negative up to six times before a positive result, doctor says.

'We need to get out!' Holidaymakers jump for their lives as van plummets down bank

"I can't even say I was scared because it happened so fast."

Low visibility contributed to fatal plane crash - investigation

The 78-year-old pilot had the flight experience and medical certificate needed to fly.

Tauranga 'ignored' by previous council representation

Councillor: "We've got to avoid falling into the trap of fighting the previous war."

How Whakatāne Mill opened the door for local industry

OPINION: It's time to shake things up a bit and take inspiration from the old days.

The Premium Debate: Subscriber opinions on commission asking to delay elections

OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.