Bay of Plenty TimesPolice will remain at gang funerals if illegal behaviour occurring, minister saysFourteen people were arrested and multiple firearms were seized during yesterday's tangi. 28 Nov 07:45 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesGang funerals: 'Totally unacceptable' for police to set up checkpoint outside cemetery, kuia saysA kuia confronted police monitoring a Mongrel Mob tangi in Bay of Plenty.28 Nov 05:53 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga gang funerals: Police make 14 arrests and seize guns, vehiclesAt one point, police were confronted by a kuia who criticised them for parking too close.28 Nov 01:15 AM
Katikati AdvertiserSpike in Aongatete burglariesKatikati police report on burglary spike and scammers.27 Nov 10:48 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPlea for information after fatal BoP crashPolice are appealing for information following a fatal crash.27 Nov 02:03 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesGang member walks into police station wearing Mongrel Mob capPolice enforce the Gang Act, arresting members for displaying insignia and other offences.26 Nov 03:58 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesInvestigation ongoing into burglary that left resident seriously injured, dog deadThree men arrested after an aggravated burglary that injured man, killed dog.25 Nov 12:19 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesRotorua teen prostitution ring: Five men admit being customersDetails have been revealed about five men caught up in an underage prostitution ring.22 Nov 04:05 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWoman allegedly four times over booze limit caught speeding at school pick-up timeThe 42-year-old was clocked driving 30km over the speed limit, police say.20 Nov 09:28 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Stay calm': Lifetime gang member reacts after man faces prosecution under new lawGang patches can no longer be worn in public.20 Nov 08:58 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHammer, wrench thrown as caravan thieves take police on 'reckless' Coromandel chaseA hammer was thrown at police during pursuit and a wrench hit two members of the public.18 Nov 09:13 PM
Te Puke TimesJoin the Pāpāmoa food drive: Help families in need this Christmas'All donations will support Pāpāmoa families,' says co-ordinator Bruce Banks.18 Nov 07:15 PM
Te Puke TimesDriver arrested with 1370mcg breath alcohol after erratic drivingAuckland man arrested for driving with 1370mcg of alcohol; court appearance next week.06 Nov 03:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesKiwi teacher accused of sexually assaulting six students is fighting extradition from UKAllegations - raised after former student’s suicide - relate to a former Murupara teacher.05 Nov 08:37 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesŌpōtiki gang raids: Labour’s Peeni Henare says inquiry needed'This is an important matter.'05 Nov 12:41 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Violated': Kuia claims she was strip-searched in Ōpōtiki police gang raids, children ‘traumatised’Kaumatua and tamariki traumatised by Opotiki police raids.04 Nov 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesStaffer assaulted at hot springs near WhakatāneOne person has been taken into custody after an assault.03 Nov 08:15 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Serious injuries': Bus rolls south of RotoruaEmergency services are attending a serious crash south of Rotorua.02 Nov 08:36 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'We are the mana of this land': Iwi slam police over Mob bust, threaten to block future raidsIwi leader decries the impact on children from police crackdown in Ōpōtiki.30 Oct 10:51 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Highly probable' 16-year-old's wrist broke during unlawful arrest, IPCA findsPolice arrested teen for breaching alcohol ban after he refused to give his details.30 Oct 10:18 PM
Te Puke TimesTe Puke police station welcomes four new constablesNew constables in Te Puke bring diverse skills.29 Oct 06:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWatch: 'Pricks' – Mike King posts expletive-laden rant after bike stolen during cycling tourKing has posted an image of the alleged thief online.27 Oct 01:49 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTime for the Ōpōtiki community to claim back their town - Mark MitchellThe Police Minister fully backs gang crackdown.23 Oct 06:58 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTe Pāti Māori claims police operation targeting Mongrel Mob was ‘terrorism’ with ‘racist agenda’Mitchell said the police were 'extremely sensitive and careful'.23 Oct 03:25 AM
Te Puke TimesRoadworks reminder: Drive safely or face automatic licence suspensionLabour Weekend tips: Plan ahead, take breaks, and check your vehicle before travelling.22 Oct 06:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPolice send Mongrel Mob a clear messageInvestigation stopped a marae drive-by shooting in Ōpōtiki.22 Oct 05:50 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMajor police probe prevents tangi shooting and attempted murder of rival gang memberPolice seized illegal drugs and firearms and restrained assets worth $800k.22 Oct 04:12 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesHouse fire connected to gang-related shooting, police sayOne person was taken to hospital with critical injuries.14 Oct 06:58 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'They’re very lucky': Chopper helps with search for kayakersA co-ordinated response effort resulted in three kayakers being rescued off Whangamatā.13 Oct 12:07 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesThe meth lab, the gang taxing and a murder chargeFive years after a meth lab was found in bush, the chaotic fallout can be revealed.11 Oct 04:05 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Our Chief': Tribesmen gang member dies in Waikato Expressway crashA witness said the man's motorbike slid out and he went headfirst into the middle barrier.07 Oct 04:00 AM
Te Puke TimesBurglary and graffiti linked to Te Puke man’s arrestTe Puke man, 35, arrested for burglary, shoplifting and assault; more charges possible.07 Oct 02:02 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWoman charged with murder after man found dead in TaurangaThe man's body was found on a walkway near George St about 8.45am.06 Oct 11:40 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHomicide investigation under way in Tauranga after body found in Gate PāThe man's body was found on a walkway near George Street around 8.45am.05 Oct 10:20 PM
