Bay of Plenty Times'Beacon of light': Family's 'powerful message' after 21yo dies at swimming hole'He wanted to make the most of his life, and to make people happy and loved, and he did.'13 Dec 04:03 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Blessing in disguise': How failing an eye test saved a man from vision lossHe says there 'isn’t enough knowledge' about the disease. A surgeon hopes to change that.13 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Wonderful legacy': 'Mr Fixit', 86, donates quirky novelty bikesLex Spencer has donated seven novelty bikes to Ecomatters in Auckland.13 Dec 03:24 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Gutless racism': Sacred pounamu touchstone vandalised in 'despicable' act'Illiterate reprobates' blamed as compass atop maunga in Mount Maunganui vandalised.13 Dec 03:38 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Wonderful guy': Photographer honoured for shooting BoP history'That’s when it’s satisfying as a photographer–when you’re doing it for the right reason.'13 Dec 03:10 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'This is how we do it': Latest 90s hitmakers added to Juicy Fest line upJuicy Fest is a one-day festival, scheduled for four NZ shows.13 Dec 01:13 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesHow Shortland Street self-harm plot sparked call for action"I don’t want to see this happen to anyone else.”13 Dec 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesRevealed: What it will cost to travel on NZ's three new toll roadsA suite of rates has been unveiled, depending on when and how far you travel.13 Dec 12:10 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesPedestrian critically injured in Pyes Pa crashPedestrian critically injured in Pyes Pa crash, road closed.12 Dec 08:55 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Devastated': Seven staff laid off as 'busiest cafe in Tauranga' closes'It was one of the hardest decisions we’ve ever had to do in our lives.'12 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Ecological domino': Lion’s mane jellyfish return to Tauranga harbourLion’s mane jellyfish return, minimal risk but engine concerns persist.12 Dec 05:02 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesSpeed limits to drop to 30km/h in TaurangaThe council has approved the new 30km/h variable speed limit outside the 35 schools.12 Dec 01:17 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Changing the conversation': Real estate company raises nearly $20k for foodbankA Tauranga real estate company is helping feed families this Christmas.11 Dec 10:03 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Panicked voice of oppression': Council backs iwi roles despite flood of oppositionIwi representatives will vote on council committees despite thousands of opposing emails.11 Dec 07:53 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesKiwifruit labour firm director fined $100k for underpaying workersAsad Horticulture Ltd liquidated; $70,000 penalty for breaching minimum wage laws.10 Dec 10:52 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPools, tools, designer clothes: $10k of stolen property recoveredThree people are due to appear in court accused of shoplifting in Tauranga.10 Dec 08:14 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘It's time’: $128m Tauranga museum greenlit after 25 years of talksTauranga will have a museum by 2029 after talking about it for 25 years.10 Dec 06:04 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesVolunteers unite at Tauranga foodbank amid soaring demand for helpDrawn to helping people, Jessica Stewart works fulltime at Tauranga Community Foodbank.09 Dec 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSH2 barriers a danger to staff, trucking boss saysLocal businesses hit hard by SH2 median barriers as trucking firm warns of safety risks.09 Dec 03:56 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan extradited to stand trial for assault on partner's late fatherA man's lost his bid to stay in NZ and avoid criminal trial across the ditch.09 Dec 06:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Incredible': Staff secretly renovate colleague's home after terminal diagnosisThe Stoney Creek team renovated an employee's home, showing great care and compassion.08 Dec 05:46 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Breaks my heart': Fears for families if free parenting classes lost'It breaks my heart,' the Tauranga centre's facilitator says.08 Dec 04:08 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Super’ Christmas parade in PāpāmoaThe float parade had everything from Spider-Man to live sheep.08 Dec 03:17 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerSpark's 40% plunge: What went wrong for the telecom giant?OPINION: Spark removed from global index, share buyback questioned as debt rises.08 Dec 03:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCity considers installing fluoride-free water tap at the borderSupplying unfluoridated water to Tauranga locals will be discussed at a meeting on Monday.08 Dec 03:03 AM
Te Puke TimesSpeedway: Cowling clinches thrilling South Pacific title with daring moveJames Earl secures BSL Racing Aotearoa F2 midget car title after a hard-fought race.08 Dec 12:43 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesZ Manu World Champs: Tauranga event showcases Kiwiana diving skillsTauranga Z Manu World Champs celebrates splashy jumps with skill, style, and competition.07 Dec 11:50 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBuilder made false insurance claim on $1.3m policy after build was damaged by heavy rainHe told the client he had taken out $2m in cover, but hadn't. Then it rained.07 Dec 09:48 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFoodbank grateful for community's 'hard yakka''Your support makes a direct and positive impact on the lives of others,' says the boss.07 Dec 03:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHow long can you last? New endurance running event comes to McLaren FallsThe event that keeps going as long as you do.07 Dec 01:17 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesRetailers upbeat about the lead-up to ChristmasThe comments come days after shoppers spent more than $11m over Black Friday.06 Dec 08:07 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesVote now! Where to see the Western Bay's most stunning Christmas lightsEntries are now open for 2024’s Tremains Christmas Lights Trail.06 Dec 03:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBoP officers recognised for bravery under gunfireFour Bay of Plenty police officers have been honoured in the New Zealand Bravery Awards.05 Dec 10:54 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'My heart just broke': Witness' grief comes 'flooding back' after swimming hole tragedy'You just feel so wholeheartedly for these people that are going through this tragedy ...'05 Dec 04:03 PM
