Bay of Plenty TimesHow NZ beaches inspired UK author's debut novelClaire Frances visited the Bay of Plenty in 2003, camping on Omanu Beach.18 May 12:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesPolice investigate 'suspicious' fire after Te Puke shed blazeTwo fire crews battled the fire. 14 May 09:10 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMeet Jasleen: Pioneering police officer bridging cultural gapsConstable hopes to inspire other Indian females to join the police force.03 May 02:00 AM
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 TimesWhy John Rohloff is dubbed 'Mr Consistency' in excavationTe Puke is now home to the county’s second-best excavator operator.25 Apr 05:00 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 TimesHousing project prioritises chronic health sufferers, older tenantsThe project includes six units prioritising older people and those with health conditions.05 Apr 05:01 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNZ ice swimmer claims double silver at world championshipsQuinn Boyle took silver in men's 500m and 1000m at the World Ice Swimming Championships.22 Mar 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTop gong for Te Puke kiwifruit growers at BOP Farm Environment AwardsKiwifruit orchards were developed while leaving much of the natural environment untouched.14 Mar 03:17 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesBoP crash leaves one critically injured, road reopensTwo others were taken to Tauranga Hospital with moderate injuries.10 Mar 11:31 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Real flash in its day': 100yo car needs a new homeAn in-need-of restoration Model T Ford is up for grabs in Te Puke.01 Mar 11:02 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Out of this world': Humongous fungus find in BoPA BoP woman stumbled upon two giant mushrooms while on her daily walk.24 Feb 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesThree arrests following Te Puke tangiA dozen infringement notices were also served after the tangi.21 Feb 05:30 AM
SportTriumphant victory at surf carnivalThe Harris Cup is now back at the surf lifesaving base at Pukehina.20 Feb 07:23 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRāhui in place following Maketū deathEmergency services were called to the Bay of Plenty beach on Saturday.09 Feb 10:50 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 TimesTen years of giving back to the communityA Paengaroa orchard company is giving back to the Te Puke community.08 Feb 03:59 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMaketū Beach tragedy: Man washes up dead on the shorelineEmergency services were called to the Bay of Plenty beach just after 4pm.08 Feb 04:24 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWine-making student wins scholarshipA former Te Puke High student will take his love of wine to university next month.07 Feb 03:59 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRaw horsepower on displayClydesdale wagon rides are among the many attractions at the Te Puke A&P Show.07 Feb 02:00 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
Bay of Plenty TimesSaying goodbye to the last mayor of Te PukeFamily and friends remember a man passionate about his community. 30 Jan 04:01 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Can't do without us': Community rallies to save support hubThe Te Puke Food Hub will keep its doors open for now but still needs extra funding.27 Jan 06:44 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesA time-honoured feature of rural lifeThe Te Puke A&P Show will have something for everyone next month.26 Jan 06:41 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘She was gone instantly’: Birthday balloon tragedy prompts warning from family'Just don’t do it' - family's helium warning after mum of two's death at daughter's party.25 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'This is a true taonga': Piece of centuries-old waka found in stream'Some people would think it is just a piece of wood and let it drift through.'05 Jan 02:02 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesNew Year Honours: Bay of Plenty, Coromandel, Taupō recipients namedPlus - we ask why one city, unusually, has no honourees on this year's list.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesDeath of Spark the kiwi prompts call to slow down for 'precious taonga''Kiwi move quite quickly and have absolutely no road sense,' trust says.20 Dec 03:00 PM
Te Puke TimesOpinion: Mayor reflects on 2024's milestones and future goalsMayor James Denyer highlights 2024's achievements, looks ahead to 2025 reforms.19 Dec 07:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Reflections on a year of building community tiesOPINION: Coffee catchups, market visits a great way to connect with Bay residents.19 Dec 06:00 PM
Te Puke TimesOpinion: How Te Puke balanced growth, tradition, and community in 2023Kiwifruit industry celebrates record 192 million trays amid 65th anniversary festivities.19 Dec 06:00 PM
Te Puke TimesCommunity spirit: Te Puke celebrates collaborative Christmas projectNew tree relocated, thanks to local businesses.18 Dec 06:00 PM
Te Puke TimesFinal edition: 112 years of Te Puke Times rememberedTe Puke Times ends after 112 years, reflecting on its rich history and community impact.18 Dec 06:00 PM