Bay of Plenty TimesWhakaari owners to face trial next year over fatal volcanic eruptionOwners of White Island claim they did try to ensure the safety of others on the island.18 Oct 04:26 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesMayoral upset for Whakatāne looks likelyVictor Luca leads in the mayoral results with a huge margin.08 Oct 04:48 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesMayor looks for a plan B after 'disappointing' resultCurrent Mayor Lyn Riesterer said she was now looking at plan B.08 Oct 04:18 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesPolice justified in firing some but not all shots in Te Teko shooting - reportThe entire shooting incident lasted just 37 seconds.05 Oct 09:26 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNew MOU signed to help address palliative care shortage in the Eastern BayA scholarship for Te Ōhanga Mataora: Bachelor of Health Science Māori Nursing students.05 Oct 09:03 PM
Bay of Plenty Times$2m fundraising goal to buy park step closerA group is aiming to raise the money by October 13 to buy a 72ha park.05 Oct 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesDamage from slips keeps Hamurana Rd closed, SH35 fully openThe slips are clear but the road is damaged.04 Oct 06:03 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Cruel and heartless': $52k annual tax on 'miracle drug' slammed'We will do anything to keep our boy alive but ... detest having to pay tax to do so.'30 Sep 06:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Great experience and mana': New District Commander starts in the Bay of PlentySuperintendent Tim Anderson has outlined his key priorities.30 Sep 05:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakatōhea votes against split from treaty settlementMore than 61 per cent of voters said no to Te Ūpokorehe being removed from the settlement.13 Sep 02:58 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesDog left hanging in tree, SPCA appeals for informationThe dog was discovered on August 21 and the SPCA has already sought information.11 Sep 10:52 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhat's going on at Whakaari/White Island? Large plumes spotted from volcanoPeople have reported seeing large plumes rise high above the volcano.30 Aug 11:13 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRam raid, burglary arrests: Two men face 15 chargesPolice allege the men were responsible for eight burglaries in a few weeks.26 Aug 03:18 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Exasperation' as surgery waiting list doubles in a year in Bay of PlentyThe number of people waiting more than four months for elective surgery has surged.24 Aug 08:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times'A step forward': Cystic fibrosis community excited, hopeful for 'miracle' drug fundingOne man said it would be a "totally different world" if the drug was funded.16 Aug 12:06 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesMeth dealer hid $1.5m in cash in hydraulically-operated case under bedCalebh Simpson was sentenced to 12 years in prison on Friday.06 Aug 06:53 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times'I would have died not knowing': Liver transplant recipient urges hepatitis B testsOne blood test saved Mana Ruru's life.05 Aug 08:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesAlgae and storms cause wastewater consent breachesThe district council has engaged a consultant to undertake a review.04 Aug 03:43 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty Times'Time to test myself': Carrington reveals goals as career comes full circleAlongside her success, Dame Lisa Carrington is also focussed on leaving a legacy.03 Aug 08:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesThe home crowd goes Wilde: Olympic medallist's family watch race in New Zealand'He's only going to get better.'30 Jul 01:04 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesSonya Bateson: Good walkways are needed for our city centreOPINION: The CBD will once again become place where we want to work, shop, eat, play.28 Jul 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesFormer septic tank driver fined for 'deliberate' discharge of thousands of litres of sewageThe smell of sewage pouring into the Orini Canal made passers-by retch.25 Jul 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBay of Plenty TimesOpinion: Why are we talking ourselves into a recession?Opinion: Overall, the Western Bay is a better place to endure a recession than most.22 Jul 09:30 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakatāne murder: Fourth man arrested as trio appear in courtMark Hohua, 48, died shortly after being airlifted to Waikato Hospital.19 Jul 10:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Exceptionally concerning': Rest home patient had undiagnosed fracture for three daysThe patient suffered from dementia, and could not adequately communicate with staff.18 Jul 04:20 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesGP denied use of unapproved ivermectin drug to treatJudge declines to release medicines imported from India.14 Jul 05:59 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSoaked! More rain on the way as region breaks July averageA heavy rain watch is in place for later this week.12 Jul 07:36 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMissing teen found after fleeing on transtasman flightThe 15yo was believed to be in Whakatāne.09 Jul 08:35 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesThird man arrested after Whakatāne murderHe is due to appear in Tauranga District Court today.05 Jul 07:05 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Get him, dog': Black hat sparked fight that led to alleged murder, court toldJamaine Wharton, 31, died of blood loss from being stabbed three times.04 Jul 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakatāne pool prompts call to apologise for council 'mistake'Built in 2017, the pool has been a source of discontent in Whakatāne ever since.02 Jul 02:20 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan found hanging on to boat in river taken to hospitalEmergency services were called around 6.30am.30 Jun 07:23 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakatāne homicide victim namedThe assault happened on June 18, and a man was dropped off at hospital after an attack.27 Jun 10:02 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'A bit hot and bothered': She thought she'd won $1200 on Lotto - the prize was $12mWhat does she plan to do with all that money?27 Jun 09:49 PM
