PremiumPremiumConstructionWattle Park developer liquidated: Kiwibank owed $3.6m, Inland Revenue $1.09mProject completed in January 2022 but developer blames Covid and the downturn for debts.09 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil assessing Rotorua lake weed build-upRotting weed can cause a strong smell and build-up happens after bad weather.07 Apr 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘Could take some time’: Salvage operation under way for tipped bargeA tipped barge at Tauranga's marina could take time to salvage, says council.02 Apr 02:36 AM
New ZealandBarge capsizes in Tauranga Harbour, 10l diesel spill containedAbout 10 litres of diesel spilled; absorbent booms are in place.31 Mar 11:32 PM
New ZealandToxic algae bloom: Health warning issued for Lake RotoehuPeople should avoid contact with the water to prevent illness.30 Mar 11:27 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Do the mahi’: Outgoing business chief’s advice on leadership and job seekingHard work pays off, says outgoing Rotorua Business Chamber head.27 Mar 11:15 PM
New ZealandNew automated gate to guard Lake Ōkataina against gold clamThe gate cost $32,669, and was funded by local councils and Biosecurity NZ.26 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua’s suggested ‘rates swap’ labelled ‘unfair’ by deputy mayorDeputy mayor says it makes district council look like "bad guys" with a rates rise.16 Mar 09:00 PM
New Zealand$180m retirement village approved under fast-track consent'The economic impacts of the development are significant.'16 Mar 08:09 PM
New Zealand‘Low trust’: Mount Maunganui street closure sparks community tensionMayor Mahé Drysdale said road changes aim to balance safety and accessibility.10 Mar 09:41 PM
New ZealandShould the night market move? And who should pay more for the new sewerage scheme?What the council wants public feedback on this year.06 Mar 04:01 PM
New ZealandSewerage scheme funding ‘feels like an open chequebook’ - former Fonterra chairmanThe Tarawera Reticulation Scheme could cost residents $38,000 to $41,700.26 Feb 10:00 PM
New Zealand$60m BoP bridge and interchange to boost economyIndustrial development Rangiuru Business Park near Te Puke has reached a major milestone.14 Feb 05:30 AM
New ZealandGuidelines set for part-sale of regional council’s port sharesCouncil's sale of Port of Tauranga shares to create an 'endowment fund' for the community.13 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandHow geothermal water changes could impact Bay of Plenty growersGeothermal water use in the Bay of Plenty is currently under review.13 Feb 02:00 AM
New Zealand‘Horrendous’: Ōpōtiki hit by wave of foul odour complaintsThe council received seven odour complaints but Facebook reports suggest 60-80.07 Feb 01:22 AM
New ZealandEdgecumbe flood lawsuits may burden ratepayers with $7m costEdgecumbe was flooded due to the breach of a Rangitaiki River floodwall in 2017.15 Jan 02:29 AM
New ZealandNew 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
New ZealandLifejackets, speeding, no-go zones: What water patrols are looking out forThe Bay of Plenty maritime team will be checking for rule compliance.25 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNational, local companies are creditors of Rotorua housing projectThe financier wants $28.2m; unsecured creditors are listed as being owed another $167,000.16 Dec 06:33 PM
New ZealandTauranga's new bus service: $5 fare arrives in 2025 after trial successTauranga's new on-demand bus service is hugely popular but fares will rise to cover costs.29 Nov 04:06 AM
New Zealand'Scandalous': Former TV host questions $29m Rotorua lake sewerage scheme claimsThe council apologised for inaccurate information and explained its analysis.10 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandOsprey Drive residents want speed bump removedOsprey Drive residents say cars and buses speeding over a speed bump outside their house is like a 'mini-earthquake'.Watch10 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBay of Plenty Times Christmas Appeal 2024The Bay of Plenty Times has launched its annual Christmas Appeal supporting the Tauranga Community Foodbank.Watch08 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Pretty meaty actions': Hopes for air quality pushMount industrial businesses have agreed to lower their environmental impact. Is it enough?31 Oct 08:17 PM
New Zealand'Looking after our legacy': What's next in fight to keep out clam invaders'We’re going to do our best to ensure the danger to our lake and whenua doesn’t get here.'26 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWarning to boaties as bad weather approachesAlerts issued ahead of wet weather expected on Wednesday and Thursday.01 Oct 01:01 AM
New ZealandAbandoned reptiles causing concern in BoP waterways“They displace wetland birds from nesting sites."16 Sep 10:28 PM
New ZealandKaituna's first waka in a centuryA pilot project looks to foster reconnection with the awa.03 Sep 06:30 PM
New ZealandMysterious substance on Pāpāmoa BeachA black substance washed up on Pāpāmoa Beach turns out to be black sand.22 Aug 02:43 AM
New ZealandWatch: Whakaari/White Island crater after recent eruptionThe marine volcano had a minor eruption on Friday and a 'continuous' eruption on Sunday.12 Aug 02:12 AM
New Zealand'Dirty water': Kiwifruit orchard earthworks contaminate streamThree Bay of Plenty companies have been fined for earthwork consent breaches.31 Jul 05:01 PM
New ZealandFormer Tauranga commissioner sought for committee to decide mines proposalOceanaGold wants to put a further 47 properties within the Martha Mineral Zone.31 Jul 03:30 AM
New Zealand'It's the way to go': Use of on-demand buses soars early in $1.9m trialUber-like bus service has given more than 8000 rides since March.26 Jul 11:05 PM
