New ZealandOne injured after car hits tree in Pyes PāOne vehicle has crashed and the road remains open.28 Apr 03:03 AM
New Zealand'Deeply distressing': Tyre slashing spree hits CBDMore than 10 vehicles were hit, with most having all four tyres stabbed.28 Apr 03:03 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTwenty new buildings planned for Takapuna campground siteDetails are out with big plans for the much-loved beachfront site on the waterfront.28 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandNew bus stop bays open in TaurangaSix new bus stop bays opened today in Tauranga’s city centre.28 Apr 01:27 AM
New ZealandNZ First vows action over Waitākere Ranges 'co-governance' planThe Waitākere Ranges belong to all Aucklanders, says NZ First and Act.28 Apr 01:19 AM
New Zealand'Extremely concerning': Liquor stores caught selling booze to minorsFive liquor stores in and around Tauranga have been caught selling booze to minors.27 Apr 08:58 PM
New Zealand'Changed forever': Trainee machine operator's fingers severed in horror workplace accidentEveryday tasks such as showering and writing 'now require patience and adaptation'.27 Apr 06:57 PM
New ZealandFatal Anzac Day crash: Second injured person stable, inquiries ongoingPolice seek witnesses and dashcam footage from the area.27 Apr 06:44 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: How Super Rugby 2025 is captivating fans againOPINION: Super Rugby Pacific has been highly entertaining in 2025, with unexpected upsets.27 Apr 06:19 PM
New ZealandPower outages reported around TaurangaPower cuts hit 43 properties in Papamoa this morning.27 Apr 06:06 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessShelling out: Audit questions hold up assessment of troubled mussel farmCabinet agreed to invest $16.5m more into mussel business despite ongoing losses.27 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Thunderstorms possible': Auckland faces threat of heavy rain as students return to school A heavy rain watch is in place for Auckland and Great Barrier Island until 9am.27 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Serious condition': One person hospitalised after Blockhouse Bay assaultA scene guard was in place today.27 Apr 04:25 AM
New ZealandTauranga sailor Tom Saunders claims silver in FranceTom Saunders took home a silver medal in the ILCA 7 at the French Olympic.27 Apr 04:04 AM
New ZealandA dozen Lotto players win over $20k each – where the lucky tickets were soldFirst Division Powerball was not struck and will roll over to $5 million on Wednesday.27 Apr 03:58 AM
New Zealand'Huge step forward': New rural 'community base' for PāpāmoaIts mission is to 'serve the community' for recreational and educational purposes.27 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga marks 161st anniversary of Battle of Gate Pā with special serviceThe service marks 161 years since the Battle of Pukehinahina-Gate Pā.26 Apr 11:04 PM
New ZealandWeather: New heavy rain watch for Auckland, more flooding in NorthlandAuckland and Northland are under heavy rain watches ahead of school starting tomorrow. 26 Apr 10:11 PM
LifestyleRebecca Gibney on embracing new challenges: 'I just don’t wanna stagnate'The beloved actress is currently on TV screens in Three's comedy Happiness. 26 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'I’ll just keep going': 76yo school bus driver to mark 40 marathonsTe Arohanui Hira says it is 'the people' who keep him coming back each year.26 Apr 05:00 PM
Sport'Beautiful ride': Val Di Zoldo shines in Gr.2 Travis Stakes winVal Di Zoldo won the Gr.2 Travis Stakes at Te Rapa, earning redemption.26 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCollege 'acted unreasonably' in handling historical sexual abuse complaint - OmbudsmanEx-Tauranga Boys' College student said his teacher asked him to perform bondage on him.26 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand17-hr thunderstorm threat: North braces for 'dynamic' weather, new flood riskNorthland is also looking at a 19-hour rain alert that won't lapse until 3pm Sunday.26 Apr 09:23 AM
New ZealandPolice name driver who died in SH5 Mamaku crashPaul John Coleman was the sole occupant of the vehicle and died at the scene on April 22.26 Apr 06:33 AM
New Zealand66-year-old runner returns to compete in iconic mountain eventJanet Baird, 66, is training for her first Mauao King & Queen of the Mountain.26 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Beautiful buildings': College undergoes major transformationA $47m redevelopment was announced in 2018 for 57 teaching spaces.26 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Kiwi dream': Designer's unique holiday home hits the big screenFifteen years has been dedicated to the design and build of The Chodge in South Waikato.25 Apr 10:00 PM
WarriorsWarriors' win over Knights serves as rugby league's farewell to ShowgroundsFrom next year, the Warriors will play at Te Kaha, with their visits extended until 2028.25 Apr 08:10 PM
New ZealandOne dead after crash in Rotorua; police seek witnesses, footage Police want to hear from witnesses to the crash.25 Apr 07:52 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain watch for Northland as stormy weekend loomsThunderstorms are possible in Northland, with rain spreading south today.25 Apr 07:28 PM
New Zealand'Far-reaching and devastating': Meth use has surged in this part of NZ as prices dropPolice attribute increased drug use to greater availability and lower prices.25 Apr 05:03 PM
New ZealandSome like it hot - chilli champ faces Tauranga spice showdownThe Tauranga event starts at noon, with the chilli eating contest at 4pm.25 Apr 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Very moving day': Anzac services across the Bay honour sacrificeThe Mount Maunganui cenotaph drew a large crowd for the 2025 Anzac dawn service.25 Apr 02:20 AM
New ZealandFusion of Māori storytelling and circus arts in new theatre tourThe show blends te reo Māori with stunning circus theatre.25 Apr 02:00 AM
