New ZealandWhakaari/White Island may be heading into 'new eruptive episode'The aviation colour code for White Island has been raised to orange.16 Dec 06:06 AM
New ZealandMauao to close for repair of vandalised pounamuTauranga's landmark Mauao will be closed so the vandalised pounamu can be repaired.16 Dec 04:02 AM
CrimeTwo young men, two bad decisions, two grieving families – Coroner issues festive season warningDrink-driving: 'Do not do it ... and do everything you can to stop anyone else.'16 Dec 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Generous donations' near $200k as need for foodbank increasesThe Tauranga Community Foodbank has received “substantial support” after week five.16 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandDefending surf lifesaving champions reign successful at monster eventMore than 300 competitors took part in the Mount Monster on Saturday.16 Dec 12:01 AM
New ZealandUp to $10,000 in alcohol and property stolen from sports clubThousands of dollars worth of alcohol and other items were stolen.15 Dec 11:45 PM
New ZealandSH30 near Rotorua reopens following serious crashThe road was earlier closed for several hours, with a long detour in place.15 Dec 11:17 PM
New ZealandMount Monster 2024340 competitors took part in the prestigious Race One Surf Craft Mount Monster held at Mount Maunganui on Saturday. Video / Geoff CoxWatch15 Dec 09:19 PM
New ZealandAlleged fraudster arrested over $200k scam involving 18 victimsA man was arrested at a Tauranga address on Saturday.15 Dec 07:40 PM
New ZealandReport reveals the sectors driving rise in Bay's economic rankingThere's evidence some are bucking national trends.15 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Tragic weekend': Four water deaths in 24 hours across NZThe rise in deaths is a worry, Water Safety chief executive says.15 Dec 05:36 AM
New ZealandAnnual food drive aims to make Christmas 'lighter and brighter' for familiesFor 12 years Cooney Lees Morgan has been running a food collection for the foodbank.15 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandPolice name four victims in fatal Rotorua crashInquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.15 Dec 01:43 AM
New Zealand'Muggy, warm and humid': Heavy rain for upper North Island tomorrowMetService says rain is on its way, with possible good news for South Island firefighters.14 Dec 11:31 PM
New ZealandTsunami training: What would you do if a massive wave was on the way?Think you’d know what to do in an emergency? Put it to the test through virtual reality.14 Dec 05:02 PM
New Zealand'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
New Zealand'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
New Zealand'Wonderful legacy': 'Mr Fixit', 86, donates quirky novelty bikesLex Spencer has donated seven novelty bikes to Ecomatters in Auckland.13 Dec 03:24 PM
New Zealand'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
New Zealand'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
New Zealand'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
New ZealandHow 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
New ZealandPedestrian critically injured in Pyes Pa crashPedestrian critically injured in Pyes Pa crash, road closed.12 Dec 08:55 PM
New ZealandOne dead in Coromandel crashEmergency services were called to Main Rd, Tairua, about 5.20pm.12 Dec 08:07 PM
New Zealand'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
New Zealand'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
New Zealand'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
New Zealand'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
New ZealandRotorua Lakes Council gets festiveRotorua Māori ward councillor Rawiri Waru at the final meeting for the year. Video / Laura SmithWatch11 Dec 04:03 PM
New ZealandRotary boosts Christmas Appeal with 200 donated itemsThe can drive tally for this week's Rotorua Christmas Appeal is in.11 Dec 03:59 PM
New ZealandBeloved grandmother one of four victims killed in crash near Rotorua'Tears from my eyes keep on falling.'11 Dec 06:59 AM
New ZealandShine like a diamond: Special Rotorua school celebrates jubileeThe event was attended by more than 150 guests.11 Dec 02:07 AM
New Zealand'Much-needed excitement': Children at Rotorua Hospital receive donated giftsThe children's ward is now 'stocked up' with presents thanks to the local Ulysses club.10 Dec 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Distressing incident': Armed robbery at Rotorua bottle shopA vehicle was found abandoned shortly after.10 Dec 10:54 PM
