Latest from Bay of Plenty

'Absolutely thrilled': Thousands flock to events in Tauranga over Easter break

Jazz, sports, egg hunts and sharing the Christian Easter message drew the crowds.

'ADHD doesn’t go away': Women tell of 'ridiculous' process for access to meds

One woman has spent about $2000 on appointments and medication for ADHD.

School holidays off to wet and windy start - thunderstorms and rain forecast

It may be time for parents to bring out board games for children.

Traffic building as Easter holidaymakers head home, warnings of 'chaotic' weather

Holiday commuters can expect gridlocked roads as they return home on Easter Monday.

Kiwi horseman and 'brave' mare compete in jumping world cup final

They are the first Kiwis to make the final since 2011 and the first to compete since 2015.

Bridle takes Baypark's 30-lap Piston Cup

Sam Waddell wins super saloon race of attrition.

How to keep your house warm without driving your power bill up

The call is going out for curtain donations to help hundreds of households in need.

The 'unethical' tradie practice that's 'rife' in New Zealand

Some companies are "bypassing the significant training commitment".

'This is for the new generation': Community comes together for cultural celebration

Hundreds turned up to Rotorua's first Sikh Parade over the long weekend.

The Premium Debate: Subscribers react to ‘savage’ attack on pet dog

OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.

Music, laughter and love remembered ahead of '8 Scott Ave' opening night

Watching '8 Scott Ave: The Sequel' will be extra-special for a Rotorua man and his family.

Megan Wilson: Why I don’t like dogs - and why cats are so much better

OPINION: It's an unpopular opinion, but cats are so much better.

Sonya Bateson: How dare I suggest introducing a fee for a public space, right?

OPINION: I can feel the anger of some letter writers and social media commenters already.

Business owners need more connection – here’s how to get it

Times are extra tough for businesses right now, that connection has never been more vital

One man’s $30,000 mission to adopt a Mexican street dog and bring her to NZ

BIG READ: Bringing a rescue dog into NZ is a "real commitment".

Mark Lister: A lucrative quarter, despite the volatility

However, whether this continues or not is another story.

Netballer Tayla Earle 'really excited' to play in hometown after five years

"I think it will be a really special game," the Northern Mystics player said.

Council buys Grey St building to make way for laneway

The business on Grey St is set to close in June.