Latest from Bay of Plenty

Game on: Women's club rugby draw released

The competition kicks off on April 11.

Stephanie Worsop: Trampoline injuries raise questions about cotton wool kids

Opinion: Kids may be shielded from more dangers but are they learning risk management?

Shuffle-up set for Pāpāmoa to Mount Maunganui enrolment zone

School zoning is set to change in the Pāpāmoa and Mount Maunganui area.

Fatal motorcycle crash victim named - police seek vehicle in relation

The crash, involving a car and a motorcycle, happened on Sunday.

'We didn't want to rush': Papamoa Surf Club just months from completion

It is hoped the club would be fully complete and operational by mid-March.

Locals want 'frustrating' visitors to closed Ōmanawa Falls trespassed

Dozens of people are continuing to enter Omanawa Falls park despite the danger.

'Devastating blow' as Whakatāne Mill closure looms

Whakatāne is reeling 210 workers face losing their jobs at the long-standing mill.

Motorcyclist killed in Mount Maunganui crash named

The investigation into the crash is ongoing.

ACC invests millions in life-saving Tauranga tech

Robotics Plus was developing new technology to keep high-risk workers safe.

Highway reopens after serious truck and ute crash

Police were notified of the incident about 1.20pm.

Car crashes through fence and into house

The incident was reported top police at 11.25am.

'Worst case of mange I had ever seen': Rescued puppy's amazing recovery

A dog that features on the SPCA list of shame has a new life.

Letters: Why not wind up TECT and pay everyone out?

A reader says a payout would give 49,000 people enough to install solar.

Bay of Plenty's Sam Cane to co-captain Chiefs

Cane will captain alongside halfback Brad Weber.

Police looking for car involved in crash with motorbike

Police are making inquiries to identify and find those involved.

Motorcycle tragedy: 'I saw the rider flying through the air'

A local resident helped administer first aid to the injured motorcyclist in Arataki.