Latest from Bay of Plenty

Squash court's million-dollar makeover: 'This is going to take it to an extra level'

A total 165 building consents worth nearly $94m were issued in December.

Bay's export success a 'saviour' after Covid-19

And a new report suggests the region will continue to be a top performer.

US expats in the Bay fear repercussions of impeachment

Some say the impeachment of Donald Trump is something that needs to happen.

Armed Offenders Squad in Pāpāmoa

Police started looking for a person of interest at 4.15pm.

Shark attack victim farewelled with special memento from beach where she lost her life

A special handcrafted shell wreath framed the coffin of the teenage shark victim.

Letters to the editor: Calgary's rubbish system similar but more costly

OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.

Samantha Motion: How do we get dirty dumpers to do the right thing?

OPINION: Careless people are treating charity secondhand shops like dumps.

'Terrifying': Car smashes into woman's house, destroys bathroom

'Unbelievable' no one was seriously hurt.

Delays expected for State Highway 2 resurfacing works

Delays are expected and motorists are advised to take care.

Bon appetit: Catering costs total $225,000 in two years

Figures revealed after Local Democracy Reporting request.

'Enough is enough': Excessive dumping, thefts close community food stall

'We were just trying to do something good.'

Accommodation providers fearful of February drop-off

The Bay accommodation sector says coming months are likely to be tough.

As summer holidays wrap up, tourism operators are bracing for the unknown

Souvenir shop owner: "It's pretty much how it used to be before cruise ships."

Sick tramper rescued near Waihī Beach

Police were called to a "search and rescue incident" at Orokawa Scenic reserve about 2pm.

Humanity over money: Taxpayers foot bill for foreigners' hospital debts

'I could have died there because I could not get access to meds.'

Edging closer to 30C: Bay weather heats up this week

Hot days and sticky nights are on the menu for the Bay.