New ZealandTaking truants' parents to court will 'punish' poor families, iwi leader saysThe minister says only adults being genuinely obstructive or neglectful risk being fined.02 Dec 06:44 PM
New Zealand'We give back where we can': Appeal's big boost from sports groupsHalfway through the appeal, donations are tracking well with large donations rolling in.02 Dec 04:38 AM
New ZealandCritical: Two people flown to hospital after serious Rotorua crashEmergency services were notified about the single-vehicle crash about 1pm.02 Dec 12:24 AM
New Zealand'I was gassed': Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon participants take part in milestone eventA Thousand children swam, biked and ran hard participating in the Weet-Bix TRYathlon01 Dec 11:30 PM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking': Second Bay of Plenty horse death linked to fireworks'My emotions are pretty up and down at the moment ... I'm trying to deal with it.'01 Dec 05:33 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Santa rally in 2024? US stocks soar as optimism buildsOPINION: US shares rise 27% in 2024; Santa rally expected amid strong earnings.01 Dec 03:00 PM
New Zealand'Joining forces': Emergency services lead food driveEmergency teams unite to collect food for families in need.30 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We expect a vast improvement': Decision on bar's licence renewal bidThere were concerns over inexperienced staff in charge and an alleged serious assault.29 Nov 11:18 PM
New Zealand'Black Christmas': Devastated orchard owners count cost of fire'It’s so sad because Christmas is coming and suddenly we have this. It’s unbelievable.' 29 Nov 04:06 PM
New ZealandJammin! School kids crowned national champsMount Maunganui Primary School Jump Jam team are the national champions29 Nov 03:54 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 ZealandThe 'super' food initiative ensuring elderly don't go without foodPartnering with the foodbank, Super Support is wraparound support for those aged 65 over28 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandFire-hit pub poised for reopening'It’s been a long road, but we’re finally here.'28 Nov 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Greatest gift ever': Man given weeks to live thrives two years later thanks to new heart'That feeling of life, it was just incredible.'28 Nov 06:06 PM
Markets with MadisonWhy Waihi’s mine wants to keep diggingCanadian company thinks it could mine for another decade, if it's allowed to expand. 28 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandTauranga gang funerals: Police make 14 arrests and seize guns, vehiclesAt one point, police were confronted by a kuia who criticised them for parking too close.28 Nov 01:15 AM
New Zealand'Unacceptable': Rural residents fight planned facility for reintegrating ex-prisonersA 6-year-old service started by a reformed former drug lord proposes a move to Waikite.28 Nov 12:04 AM
New ZealandKEVIN! Christmas Movie in the Park returns on Saturday with a 90s classicThe event, in its third year, is supporting Tauranga Community Foodbank.27 Nov 11:03 PM
New ZealandTauranga Business Awards finalists revealed, voting now openThe industry change makers and inspiring role models that are up for an award.27 Nov 08:08 PM
New Zealand'Incredible' privilege: Company's conservation work results in 'uptick' in native bugs'Seeing the beetle population thrive makes us really proud.'27 Nov 05:10 PM
New ZealandThe first results are in: How satisfied is Tauranga with its new council?And is new Mayor Mahé Drysdale happy with the report card?27 Nov 04:02 PM
New ZealandNew Mount skatepark to host national skateboarding eventTauranga to host Skateboard Nationals in March 2025, showcasing top Kiwi skateboarders.27 Nov 03:34 AM
New ZealandPlea for information after fatal BoP crashPolice are appealing for information following a fatal crash.27 Nov 02:03 AM
New Zealand'Hugely inspiring': Teen rugby player hopes to follow in footsteps of All Black Sam Cane'He has shown an example to kids from our school that it is achievable.'26 Nov 10:50 PM
New ZealandBailed teen gang shooter on the run after cutting off monitoring braceletThe teen shot at rival gang vehicles a busy Rotorua intersection in the middle of the day.26 Nov 06:02 PM
New ZealandTauranga council tight-lipped after marine precinct sale haltedThe council is taking legal advice as it decides next steps for the marine precinct deal.26 Nov 04:17 AM
New Zealand'He loved it': YouTuber 'absolutely fine' after free-fall injury stuntDid IShowSpeed really hurt himself at a Rotorua tourist attraction?26 Nov 01:36 AM
New Zealand'Unusual circumstances': Remains identified as Tokoroa man missing for two yearsPolice are appealing for information - 'even the smallest detail could be crucial'.26 Nov 12:49 AM
New ZealandNeed 'never stops': Bay needs 2500+ blood and plasma donations by ChristmasMobile donation drives will be 'making it as easy as possible for people to donate'.25 Nov 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessProperty Insider: $244k bill for Gulf Harbour Country Club’s owner; Here comes Santa ClausIt's the most wonderful time of the year, especially when Precinct goes tree generous.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Positive to see': Foodbank donations tracking similar to last yearTauranga Te Papa Rotary Club is the latest group to throw support behind the foodbank25 Nov 03:04 AM
New ZealandStudents 'in tears': Proposal to axe 'invaluable' apprenticeshipThe Waipā campus in Rotorua is 'the only facility of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere'.24 Nov 06:05 PM
New ZealandWaipā campus tutor Kerry Parker speaks about proposed cuts at Toi Ohomai.Parker says the forestry and wood manufacturing apprenticeship programme is 'invaluable'. Video / Megan WilsonWatch24 Nov 04:00 PM
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