Latest from Bay of Plenty

Cancer-fighting sponge? Discovery off BOP coast

The next step would be getting samples to analyse the sponges and formally identify them.

Person seen trying to get into vehicles at traffic lights

Police are urging members of the public to remain vigilant.

Tauranga Synchro claim swag of medals

More than 130 competitors took to the pool at the weekend

Truck and car crash in Tauranga

The crash was reported to police about 8.45am.

GP shortage leaves patients waiting two weeks for appointment

Health professionals warn of a looming 'crisis point'.

Armed police at scene of reported aggravated robbery

The alleged robbery was reported to the police at 7.55am.

Simon Bridges shares fitting farewell to father, Heath

The National MP said it was his father who instilled the values of service and community.

Feedback wanted on future Tauranga events

What does the future of events in Tauranga look like?

Hospitals bring in more beds as cases of 'highly contagious' RSV illness rise

Children as young as 10 days old are being admitted to hospital with the virus.

'Deeply upsetting': Rural Bay school faces closure

Loss of international students, falling enrolments, Psa contribute to decision.

Jo Raphael: Healthy homes should be a given

OPINION: Cold, unhealthy homes should be a thing of the past with new rules.

Which new sporting code has been added to 2022 AIMS Games?

The 2021 Anchor AIMS Games will run from September 4-10.

All rest home and aged care residents offered vaccine - DHB

It comes as the Government struggles to roll out the vaccine nationwide.

Letters: Three Waters reforms will not serve Tauranga well

Our readers have their say.

'There's nowhere to go': People spending months in emergency housing, new figures reveal

Some agencies say the long stays can be detrimental to mental health.

Local Focus: Free bus rides for permanently impaired passengers

Accessibility Concession goes live for buses in the Bay. Made with funding from NZ On Air.