Bay of Plenty TimesMan’s drink-driving conviction overturned on appeal after lawyer, police errorsZebulon Lawrance was more than twice the legal drink driving limit but has been let off.04 Apr 08:01 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesUp close with a Black Hawk: Apanui students celebrate end of loggingApanui students explored a Black Hawk helicopter during a school visit.04 Apr 03:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Splits us into two': Willie Apiata hands over Victoria Cross over entitlements issueHe gifted his medal to Veterans Affairs minister Chris Penk in the hope of a law change.01 Apr 01:19 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesFarmers fined $77k for discharging effluent into streamJudge Tepania noted both defendants were careless for different reasons.30 Mar 04:02 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Treated like an animal’: Gang member involved in mob killing kept in kennel as a babyThe three-day sentencing came to an end with lengthy jail terms handed down.28 Mar 07:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Bigger and better’: Bay food festival returns with a culinary feastHighlights include cocktail stories, a progressive lunch, and a pasta class.28 Mar 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesEruptions, quakes, tsunamis: Barry's journey to policing legendHis contributions include work on the Christchurch earthquake and the Whakaari eruption.27 Mar 05:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan charged with murder after Kawerau deathThe accused will appear in Hamilton District Court tomorrow.27 Mar 01:33 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan charged after alleged break-in at Murupara police stationA man broke into the unmanned Murupara police station at 6:45am yesterday.26 Mar 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan in custody after allegedly forcing his way into unmanned police stationArmed police were called to the scene but police say there was no public danger. 26 Mar 01:02 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Explosive activity’ at Whakaari: Ballistic blocks ejected 600mVent temperatures rose from 220C in January to 360C recently.25 Mar 12:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan charged with manslaughter, unlawful hunting after Kawerau man’s deathA man will appear in the Rotorua District Court accused of Stuart Stobie's manslaughter.24 Mar 10:48 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Tragically taken': Tributes flow for 'beautiful man' killed on hunting tripStuart Stobie was 'tragically taken in a hunting accident'.24 Mar 04:34 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesPolice seek witness to fatal motorbike crashA motorbike collided with a car, causing the car to flip.24 Mar 01:33 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesOne dead after two-vehicle Whakatāne crashPolice were called to the scene around 4.50pm.23 Mar 06:33 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Loads of maggots’: Woman traumatised by alleged treatment of brother’s dead body'I thought I could grieve my baby brother and let them take over ... I feel so dumb.'21 Mar 08:06 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakatāne council sets 11.7% rate rise in draft budget compromiseOnly two councillors, Andrew Iles and John Pullar, voted against the increase.21 Mar 03:08 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesHow NZ scientists aim to protect critically endangered leatherbacksExperts from three countries are studying leatherback turtles in Whakatāne.20 Mar 06:14 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Impotent talkfest’: Debate over council’s proposed health advisory groupCouncillors support investigating the group but fear it becoming a 'talkfest'.20 Mar 07:27 AM
SportMitch Rees dominates NZ Superbikes, clinches third national titleHe secured his third title in the premier 1000cc superbike class.17 Mar 10:02 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Great news’: Early ramp opening to ease Pāpāmoa trafficThe eastbound ramps at Pāpāmoa East Interchange may open in late 2025.17 Mar 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesDoctor shortage: How long could it take to recruit for Whakatāne’s maternity ward?Plus, how many overseas doctors are being considered for the positions.14 Mar 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRare Bay of Plenty postal note and stamps in $1.5m auctionA Whakatāne postal note from 1893 is valued at $500 for the auction.12 Mar 07:46 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Not an early St Patrick’s Day’: Resident on dog poo bag anticsWoman's fence frequently ends up covered in green bags.11 Mar 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHeroic rescue: Man saves neighbours from burning houseOne person was sleeping, and another was gaming with his door shut and headphones on.11 Mar 09:04 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘World’s first’: NZ mill’s tissue machine to run on geothermal steamThe mill invested $20m to upgrade its paper machine.11 Mar 03:30 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakaari-White Island memorial project requires further hapū engagement$90,000 was raised this year, with hopes for central government funding.06 Mar 08:46 PM
SportSuperbike Championship goes into final rounds in WaikatoA Whakatāne rider has his eye on the top podium spot.06 Mar 04:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Like dead carcasses': Residents demand action on persistent odourThe mussel factory was issued an abatement notice for wastewater breaches.05 Mar 08:59 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakatāne businesses ‘crippled’ by road closureOne business owner has asked for compensation. The council says 'no'.27 Feb 11:09 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesOwners of Whakaari/White Island have company’s conviction quashedThe volcano's deadly eruption killed 22 and seriously injured 25.27 Feb 09:26 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHomicide probe: Man found dead on doorstepPolice urge anyone with information to call 105. 26 Feb 09:29 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPolice investigate ‘unexplained’ death in Bay of PlentyPolice urge anyone with information to call 105. 25 Feb 10:54 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBlack Hawk helicopter called in to help with loggingThe Black Hawk will be hovering over Whakatāne in coming days.25 Feb 08:02 PM
