Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga’s first Māori ward councillor resignsHe was elected in July but has not been able to take up the role due to illness.31 Jan 06:47 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesPolice name woman who died at Pilot BayLaushaun Ying Soon died at Pilot Bay in early January.31 Jan 06:11 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesDumbbells, deadlifts and dairy cows: The rural gym with four-legged observersNo gym rats staring here, just livestock.31 Jan 01:03 AM
Bay of Plenty Times$3 billion by 2035 - Shane Jones lays out mining planA protest was organised for outside the mine this morning.30 Jan 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Just about spat my coffee': How five mates made a viral Google moment'We saw the car and thought, Why not?'30 Jan 08:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Round and round': One letter sent six times but never receivedRobyn Bronlund-Stads sends mail to the same address monthly. She knows it's correct.30 Jan 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Bland' school lunches arrive up to three hours late, just before home-timePrincipals had to buy food to tide students over or pull them out of class to eat late.30 Jan 03:32 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesScrub fire along railway tracks near SH2 containedThe fire is 'growing quickly' according to witnesses.30 Jan 12:23 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Massive revitalisation’: The new builds changing the face of TaurangaTauranga's city centre is seeing a massive revitalisation for private and public projects.29 Jan 04:03 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMedical imaging now more accessible in Bay of PlentyA new medical imaging clinic is now open in Tauranga.29 Jan 03:34 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCambridge Rd to open days ahead of scheduleSheet piling works for the Tauriko Enabling Works project are ahead of schedule.29 Jan 12:51 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Not sustainable': Tauranga worker would earn extra $30k for same job in Hamilton'We do the same job as the Te Whatu Ora labs, but we’re paid significantly less.'28 Jan 09:08 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesOne dead in BoP crashPolice were called to the single-vehicle crash about 1am.28 Jan 06:07 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'This is going to kill someone': Midwife's fear after maternity service 'downgrading'Higher-risk births were sent to a hospital more than an hour away after specialists quit.28 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDug down, walls now rising for $400m Mount Maunganui retirement villageA giant sandpile sits at the centre of the site where perimeter walls have been built.28 Jan 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWatch: Teen repeatedly punches live octopus in ‘disgusting’ beach attackOthers can be heard yelling 'Punch him!' and 'Get him!' while filming the incident.27 Jan 08:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesAllegations optometrist still practising despite being struck off register, ordered to pay $25kThe Tauranga man has been deregistered and censured for professional misconduct.27 Jan 07:53 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Can't do without us': Community rallies to save support hubThe Te Puke Food Hub will keep its doors open for now but still needs extra funding.27 Jan 06:44 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesAuckland Anniversary Day: Should the Bay of Plenty ditch it for its own day?Why does most of the North Island celebrate Auckland Anniversary Day?26 Jan 04:06 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: Why NZ's interest rates may stay below US levelsThe Federal Reserve is likely to keep rates unchanged next week.26 Jan 03:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Miracle': Child abuse prevention programme expands after funding boostThe Wright Family Foundation will fund Tautoko Mai for the next three years.25 Jan 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘She was gone instantly’: Birthday balloon tragedy prompts warning from family'Just don’t do it' - family's helium warning after mum of two's death at daughter's party.25 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Unwavering commitment and compassion’: Four decades of hot meals and warm smilesMeals on Wheels volunteer Pam Smith clocks up 40 years.25 Jan 03:54 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Selfish motivation’: Director’s passion for Tauranga’s museum journey'I want to be part of building something completely new for a city that’s never had one.'24 Jan 11:10 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCost of students starting high school soars - parents stung up to $800 per childFamilies may face costs upwards of $800 per child for uniforms, stationery, technology.24 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times‘Started from nothing’: From cleaning flats to running a holiday home businessThe 'boutique' business manages holiday homes in Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa.24 Jan 03:18 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesPedestrian dies after BoP crashThe crash happened at intersection of SH30 and Thornton Rd.23 Jan 10:57 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'I was dressed up, he was dressed up': Festival friendship spans 15 yearsThe reggae fans have attended every One Love festival together – until this year.23 Jan 10:55 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Unprovoked assault': Man found critically injured on SH2A person was found on the road in a critical condition.23 Jan 06:22 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Fly fishing royalty': 'Legendary’ Tauranga angler farewelledRichard George Marquand, better known as Dick, died from a heart attack on January 2.23 Jan 04:02 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'I decided to do it for me': Why council boss quitHe says being in chief executive roles for 10 years “takes its toll”.23 Jan 05:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesCouncil chief executive quits'He has guided our council during a time of significant change.'22 Jan 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesGayle-force wind blows through junior Tauranga cricket clubThe 'Universe Boss' paid the young players a visit.22 Jan 01:12 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesBar worker assaulted during robbery in opening hoursPolice called to Cameron Rd bar on Tuesday night.21 Jan 10:43 PM