Bay of Plenty TimesNew councillor aims to prove value of Māori wardHemi Rolleston won the byelection with 543 votes, filling the seat his nephew couldn't.08 May 06:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesOp shop boss in tears over rubbish, human waste dumped at doorPaying for clean-up means less money for the community.06 May 06:05 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Our children need help': Principals back Kirwan's mental health initiativeThe former All Black aims to reach 600 schools with Mitey this year.02 May 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Real problems': Expansion of paid parking worries businessesBusiness owners fear more paid parking will deter customers and burden staff.01 May 09:04 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Won't let them down': Tauranga byelection winner announcedHemi Rolleston looks set to fill the seat vacated by his nephew due to illness.30 Apr 06:40 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Dirty cash grab': Councillor blasts congestion charging proposalCouncillors concerned about impact of congestion charges on residents' stretched finances.29 Apr 06:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesUncle leads byelection race to become Māori ward councillorHemi Rolleston looks set to fill the seat vacated by his nephew due to illness.29 Apr 04:54 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesRugby player in ICU after serious head clash on Anzac DayThe rugby community has rallied, offering immense support to Joey Ah-Sui's family.28 Apr 07:43 PM
SportSecond-straight second-half surge powers Chiefs past Western ForceClayton McMillan’s side continue to set the pace in Super Rugby Pacific.25 Apr 09:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Disgusting’: Cow guts dumped by beach highwayA cyclist found the cattle remains near Te Ahiaua Reserve on Tuesday morning.24 Apr 05:27 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesNZ, UK strengthen military partnership to support Ukraine, including dronesNew Zealand also expected to announce increased support for the joint Operation Interflex.22 Apr 08:20 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'The show must go on': Jazz fans embrace wet weather festival'It’s a good excuse to be social and listen to some music,' one local says.20 Apr 03:43 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesNew mum takes first steps with walker after 2017 spinal injuryCasey Brady, 32, was told she would never walk again after a motocross accident in 2017.18 Apr 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Life has just stopped': 'Forgotten five' battle council over slip damageOwners of three homes have not been able to return since they were evacuated in 2022.16 Apr 06:48 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Phenomenal' outcome: Five community boards to remain in Western BayThe Local Government Commission overruled the proposed reduction.16 Apr 02:22 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesOn The Up: Golf club invests $3m into new facilities, including field-sized practice greenThe club says the 6000sq m green is among the biggest in the world.13 Apr 07:17 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Unfair’: Mount businesses struggle with proposed street dining feesBusinesses say the plan is 'flawed' and 'bizarre' at a time when eateries are hard-hit.11 Apr 12:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTeen's 160km hīkoi backing Māori wards referendumJack Karetai-Barrett's inviting others to join the walk, aiming to raise awareness.08 Apr 11:27 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘We’re back’: Bay duos chase another bite at Pork Pie Charity RunFifty teams are driving their Minis down the country in the movie-inspired fundraiser.07 Apr 12:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga byelection: Q&As with the five candidatesVoting for Tauranga's new Māori ward councillor begins on Monday.03 Apr 09:46 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesStrokes of inspiration? Mayors Mahé and James hit the waterHouseholds could save up to $5000 if councils collaborate on water services.02 Apr 04:03 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Island in the wilderness’: Proposed boundary shift sparks concernResidents say the proposed boundaries ignore local geographic ties.01 Apr 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBig changes for art gallery and its supportersRenovations are part of the $306m Te Manawataki o Te Papa project.31 Mar 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘We will make better decisions’: Mayor on iwi council appointmentsA pōwhiri was held for the three tangata whenua representatives.27 Mar 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhy Tauranga’s water service delivery options have sparked debateCouncil discusses ministerial influence on Tauranga's Local Waters Done Well planning.27 Mar 12:17 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesHow much a 12% rates rise could add to Tauranga homeowners' billsThe mayor says the council found $29m in savings to get the overall rise down to 12%. 24 Mar 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSH5 crash: Driver appears in Tauranga court facing 11 chargesShe has not entered pleas to the charges. 24 Mar 04:03 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘State of shock’: Canadian hockey players injured in serious crashThe visiting U16 and U18 hockey team members were travelling to Tauranga from Napier.23 Mar 10:46 PM
SportBlack Caps romp to series win over PakistanThe Black Caps claimed the T20 series against Pakistan after a dominant all-round display.23 Mar 09:32 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Tokenistic’: Councillor questions water consultation processMayor Denyer says consultation is tough due to government-imposed changes.21 Mar 04:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Step backwards’: MP’s equal voting rights bill challengedIwi group leaders argue the bill ignores political disadvantages faced by Māori.20 Mar 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesLGxit: Another council legs it from LGNZWestern Bay of Plenty Mayor James Denyer highlighted LGNZ's support for elected members.18 Mar 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Eroding a democracy’: Backlash over community board changesWestern Bay council proposes three boards to improve representation and reduce rates.15 Mar 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Unique, essential’: Locals dismayed as pool hours remain unchangedThe council decided to keep the 7am opening to save on extra costs.13 Mar 06:00 PM
