PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesOn The Up: 'Desire to innovate' - Kiwi fitness app wins global prize for Harry Potter challengesPlus: Tauranga gin distillery's big UK win and Pāpāmoa skincare start-up's Goop deal.08 Jun 08:29 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCouple forced to 'watch our home burn' overwhelmed by support'I really didn't realise the extent of damage I would be coming home to.'04 Jun 06:04 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFormer school teacher and Navy officer take another crack at 100km charity runFriends plan to cover the distance at Piha and Pāpāmoa beaches respectively this week.21 May 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Pushing really hard': MP backs Pāpāmoa for new 24/7 urgent care clinicThe PM has announced Tauranga will gain a new 24/7 urgent healthcare service by 2026.19 May 10:12 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Worst it's been': How cafes are adjusting to soaring butter prices'Butter-wise, we haven't passed the buck on to the consumer yet.'18 May 05:04 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPrevention pays off: Lifeguards make waves with fewer rescuesThere were just 29 rescues at Bay beaches this summer.10 May 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhat caused a 5m-deep tomo to open beside a Pāpāmoa footpathThe sinkhole opened on Golden Sands Drive on Thursday opposite a school.01 May 11:19 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Extremely concerning': Liquor stores caught selling booze to minorsFive liquor stores in and around Tauranga have been caught selling booze to minors.27 Apr 08:58 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Huge step forward': New rural 'community base' for PāpāmoaIts mission is to 'serve the community' for recreational and educational purposes.27 Apr 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Never in a million years': Pāpāmoa ticket finally claims $500,000 Lotto winThe unchecked winning ticket was stashed in the couple's drawers.24 Apr 04:41 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhy early eastbound off-ramp opening is a game-changer for PāpāmoaThe interchange will relieve pressure on existing routes and shorten travel times.22 Apr 01:32 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'An honour and a privilege': Local artists shine in prestigious portrait award'I had a good feeling that it was going to get through and it did. So hard work paid off.'16 Apr 12:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesHow a ‘near death’ experience changed one woman’s path to hope and happinessHills is giving a free talk on hope beyond suicide on April 4 in Pāpāmoa.03 Apr 04:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Privileged and excited’: Pāpāmoa mum’s journey to Ironman successNicole Storm cried with pride for 30 minutes after finishing her first Ironman.17 Mar 07:08 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘He was dead’: Ducks harmed in suspected animal cruelty caseA Muscovy duck was found with tape on its back and a broken wing.14 Mar 03:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Desperate need’: Calls grow for Pāpāmoa East community hubA Pāpāmoa East centre needs to be prioritised, a reverend says. 06 Mar 07:59 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPāpāmoa Fire Brigade retires siren Pāpāmoa's fire brigade has retired its siren for emergencies.04 Mar 03:18 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesBystanders rescue struggling swimmer in ‘rough’ Pāpāmoa surf'This could have easily ended in a fatality,' lifeguard warns.03 Mar 01:51 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesPāpāmoa College mural celebrates student successA newly completed, massive mural at Pāpāmoa College is drawing attention.01 Mar 03:34 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Attacked' with rocks: Man spends $5k on lights, cameras after council 'inaction'The damage has been so severe that the resident received a $28K insurance payout.20 Feb 09:01 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSon was insane when he stabbed his father to death as he washed dishes, judge finds'He was incapable of knowing his actions were morally wrong.'18 Feb 08:03 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCalls for change: Tauranga urged to licence professional dog walkersCall for professional dog walkers’ licence in Tauranga14 Feb 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSecond BoP daycare has child escape, found by member of publicThe incident sparked a risk assessment and supervision review.09 Feb 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCollege’s $70m expansion to double campusThe $70m project adds four buildings, including a tech centre and library.09 Feb 04:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhy fast-growing schools are having to say 'No' to new students'The ministry won’t give you more buildings if you have too many out-of-zone enrolments.'06 Feb 04:03 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 Times‘The smoke is massive': Scrub fire 90% suppressedA scrub fire has broken out in Kairua, Tauranga.24 Jan 02:31 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTaxi driver fields Lotto callsA taxi driver has been receiving Lotto inquiries to his 0800 number.19 Jan 12:52 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesPāpāmoa residents woken by early morning floodHeavy rain floods Pāpāmoa; firefighters clear drains, water recedes.15 Jan 10:12 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesGrassroots effort brings shade to Pāpāmoa ParkThe project came after a group of mothers raised concerns about the lack of shade.15 Jan 08:21 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMount Maunganui beach evacuated by two-metre sharkIt is the latest in a flurry of shark sightings across NZ beaches this summer.09 Jan 03:24 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times'Rollercoaster year': Entrepreneurs share their highs and lowsNew products and international expansion are on the cards for the two businesses.08 Jan 01:30 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesPike River, earthquakes and cats up trees: Former firefighter honouredIan Pickard has been honoured for 50 years of life-saving service.02 Jan 01:03 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesFights, fireworks, family fun and almost 4500 breath tests: Tauranga rings in 2025Police were 'pleased' overall but not everyone in the city was on their best behaviour.31 Dec 11:29 PM
