Bay of Plenty TimesNew toxic algae signs at 40 locations warn lake usersThere are health warnings in place for Lake Ōkaro, Lake Maraetai and Lake Ohakuri.26 Dec 11:47 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCaravan smashed after collision, with SH2 traffic at a standstillPolice, ambulance and fire services are at the scene.26 Dec 09:21 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times‘All-time high’: Abuse of medical centre staff hits record levelsOne GP said doctors are working weekends and skipping meal breaks to keep up with demand.26 Dec 07:02 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesYear in Review: FebruaryBay of Plenty Times is looking back at the stories of 2023.26 Dec 03:30 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Stressed and struggling': The city where some are battling to make ends meetAn iwi provider has a waiting list and backlog for its social services for the first time.25 Dec 10:17 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Burning underground': 200 hotspots detected by drones as firefighting continues on Matakana IslandThe fire began on Saturday night and burned through about 37ha of scrub and pine slash.25 Dec 09:22 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Plenty of clear skies': Bay residents in for a long, hot summerA dry summer with “plenty of clear skies”.25 Dec 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesA 'terrifying' mudslide, interest rates and lots of rain: What made news in JanuaryBay of Plenty Times is looking back at the stories of 2023.25 Dec 03:30 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSH5 reopened after crash near RotoruaA single vehicle collided with a power pole and lines came down across the road.25 Dec 12:11 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesFirefighters spending Christmas on Matakana Island after ‘beast’ of a blazeThe huge fire has been described as 'a beast' and like a 'taniwha'.24 Dec 08:48 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFrom 'preparing for his last days' to planning a 21st: How a 'miracle' drug has changed lives'It’s just the best thing that could have ever happened to him.'24 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhat NZ's El Nino summer could reveal about great white sharks'There is a lot of unknown in the ocean,' shark expert Dr Riley Elliott says.24 Dec 03:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesStay away from Matakana Island and don't fly drones as blaze continuesFirefighters responded to a blaze on Matakana Island off the Bay of Plenty.24 Dec 02:11 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesCancer-stricken dad’s Christmas wish - one more round of ‘miracle’ drugSeven months ago, the 60-year-old wasn't sure he'd live long enough to see Christmas.23 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHelicopter called for assistance to battle fire on Matakana IslandFirefighters are fighting a blaze on Matakana Island off the Bay of Plenty.23 Dec 08:39 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Sincere thanks': Huge amount raised during Christmas appealIt's been a pleasant surprise for the foodbank as people battle a cost-of-living crisis.22 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSonya BatesonIt's okay to say 'no' this ChristmasOPINION: Putting on a happy face for family and friends can feel like a mammoth task.22 Dec 03:55 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSanta’s little helpers: Meet the Bay of Plenty workers rostered on for Christmas DayFor some people Christmas Day is still a working day, but one with a difference.22 Dec 03:50 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times'Alarm bells': Legal action threatened over slope hazard mapsThe council says the updated maps are valid and more accurate.22 Dec 03:42 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPāpāmoa water: Top health official says no cases linked to drinking supplyWater is deemed safe but some locals have linked it to them getting sick.22 Dec 02:28 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWeekend and Christmas Day weather for regionNorth Island will be under a moist and humid northerly air flow.22 Dec 12:16 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesBaypark holiday meeting features international midget drivers and crowd-pleasing super stocksSuper stock title is a tribute to "old" Baypark racer Hokey Ashby .22 Dec 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesBecoming a ‘grown-up city’: Your guide to Tauranga CBD's $1.5b transformation'People will walk around thinking this is great. They will be proud of this.'21 Dec 10:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTruck crash on Tauranga Harbour Bridge clearedTwo people have minor injuries.21 Dec 09:34 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPort of Tauranga makes generous foodbank donation"We want to do whatever we can to help".21 Dec 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'People go nuts for them': Berry growers ready for a busy summer season'It’s looking like it’s going to be a great summer.'21 Dec 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'We’re bummed': Local shows impacted by Sublime with Rome postponementsThe band is set to part ways next year.21 Dec 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesScrub fire in sand dunes at Mount MaunganuiEmergency services were called around 11.40am.20 Dec 11:34 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesChristmas Appeal: Community garden helps stock foodbankAbout 24 banana boxes a week of fresh produce are donated to the foodbank.20 Dec 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBay of Plenty roadworks: A summer holiday guideContractors will pause work from midday tomorrow through to 8am on January 8.20 Dec 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'A culture of giving': Tech business makes big donation to foodbankBusiness owner says donations positively impact staff and create “culture of giving".20 Dec 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Tummy issues’ as up to 20,000 taste 'dirt' in water from new $197m plantCouncil says the water is 'safe to drink' and there's no public health issue.20 Dec 07:26 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHe's willing to pay $30k for cancer treatment - but he has to go to Aussie for it'It’s the best option ... I didn’t want to have to wear a nappy for the rest of my life.'20 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesA Christmas message from Rotorua-Te Puke MP Todd McClayMP thanks firefighters and teachers.20 Dec 03:00 PM
