Latest from Bay of Plenty

Hotel, conference centre, museum: $300m Tauranga civic rebuild 'fantastic' despite 'naysayers'

The $300m civic rebuild is considered an "opportunity too important to squander".

One arrest after alleged Gate Pa assault

One person has been arrested following an alleged assault incident in Tauranga tonight.

Western Bay council says unvaccinated people can use pools, libraries at orange - Tauranga undecided

Tauranga, Rotorua, Taupō councils still deciding facilities approach.

Pāpāmoa school shut down - staff, students 'close contacts'

"The school is now closed for logistical reasons."

Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: Tenants' behaviour needs a code of conduct

Intensification in our towns and cities will change our residential settings.

Local Focus: Sprinklers banned until April under new council plan

Tauranga City Council looks to Australia for water conservation tips.

Premium Debate: Subscriber views on the National Party leadership contest result

Have your say by going to bayofplentytimes.co.nz and becoming a Premium subscriber.

'Really confusing': Bay businesses brace for new traffic light system

One hospitality owner says the sector has been rushed into bracing for Orange.

'Tourism 'kneecapped': Seymour hits out over border re-opening plan

But Labour MP says Government wanted to avoid flip-flopping between restrictions.

Lotto player in Waihī strikes first division

The winner is now $500,000 richer.

Stress of crash with dog factor in death: coroner

Crash victim had severe coronary artery disease and died at hospital soon after collision.

'Degraded': Youngest regional councillor speaks out over 'abuse'

'I made the decision not to re-stand after having a whole lot of abuse'.

Kawerau records first Delta case

The case was one of four announced in the Bay of Plenty today.

Matt Cowley: Our labour force drought is about to get dryer

OPINION: Government must prioritise home isolation for low-risk, skilled overseas workers.

$10k scholarship recipient 'extremely privileged'

Hosea Watson is completing his master's degree next year.

Revealed: Are the leaders you voted for vaxxed?

Not all elected members will say whether they are vaccinated.