Latest from Bay of Plenty

Kip Chapman Q&A: His out-of-this-world show, curious career and poultry phobia

He is one of a host of artists performing in the Tauranga Arts Festival.

From Pāpāmoa to Parliament, Galatea to government: New MP 'keen to get stuck in'

'I’m so grateful to all those who placed their trust in me with their votes,' says Luxton.

'Sickening': Cancer 'metavivor' wants Pharmac CEO, board removed after emails

Sue Wall-Cade has "no faith" in Pharmac after internal emails were revealed.

From P addict to 'squeaky clean': Solo dad eyes new Kāinga Ora homes

The housing agency has announced a major development.

Trust pumps $10m into housing, Māori development, move to high-wage economy

"We’re looking at ways we can maximise the impact we’re having."

Sonya Bateson: Labour’s downfall was not rocking the boat

OPINION: It felt more like the Labour government took a “hold on and wait” approach.

'Strongest advocate': New MP's vow to the Bay of Plenty

The National Party’s youngest MP, Tom Rutherford, is humbled by the election result.

Uffindell: 'We have got a lot of challenges we’ll now be able to focus on'

Roading, infrastructure and law and order are among the key pieces of work.

Kirkpatrick says local roots crucial in win over Coffey

East Coast electorate reverts back to blue with Dana Kirkpatrick's election win.

Mark Lister: What might the conflict in Israel mean for markets?

OPINION: Investors should take a safety-first approach and avoid making rash decisions.

'It was really fun': School funds trip for students who show positive attitude to learning

School trip a reward for school attendance and positive attitude.

Primary school goes into lockdown, police respond to reports of man with 'stick'

The lockdown has since lifted and students are able to go home.

In pictures: How local candidates are wrapping up their election campaigns

Its the last day of campaigning, ahead of election day tomorrow.

'Turning away in disgust': Voter turnout 'plunge' sign of 'hollow' campaign - analyst

'This election is the most hollow and unsatisfactory in living memory.'

Boss 'blindsided': Migrants quit for jobs with better residency path under new rules

'We just have to roll with the punches and see what happens.'

How the replacement wharf on Matakana Island will be funded

The revenue will go towards funding the building of the much-needed replacement wharf.

Jetskiers rescued off BoP coast after hours in the water

Six volunteers responded to the incident.

Controversial plans for more paid parking may be delayed

The changes were set to come into effect in three weeks.