Latest from Bay of Plenty

‘We’re going to give it everything’: Tauranga dance crew’s world bid

The Space Pro Team will debut a new, fun routine at the WDCC in Auckland.

'She died in my arms': Dog's death sparks road safety campaign

Surf instructor wants the speed limit on a coastal road reduced to 30km/h.

‘Unfair’: Mount businesses struggle with proposed street dining fees

Businesses say the plan is 'flawed' and 'bizarre' at a time when eateries are hard-hit.

Government to widen definition of veteran and create new national tribute day

The definition had created division within the military community.

Armed police incident: Charges after police station windows smashed

Police allege a pickaxe was found nearby; the suspect is due in court today.

Insanity plea: Triple killing case in Rotorua heads to trial

The accused, Justin Jeffries, is pleading insanity to three murder charges.

‘His heart belonged to Rotorua’: Paediatrician Dr Johan Morreau remembered

Doctor was leading advocate for investing in children's health and a dedicated family man.

Homeless summit in Tauranga to tackle housing crisis

About 4000 people in Tauranga experience some form of homelessness.

SH1 reopens after fatal two-vehicle crash near Tirau

A crash on SH1 near Tirau claimed one life overnight.

Fatal dog attack: Community begins 'healing process' after child's death

A blessing has been given at Katikati Medical Centre, where staff tried to save Timoti, 4.

Bottle store and tavern close after being stripped of liquor licences

The closures have some Welcome Bay locals and businesses concerned.

The big chill: Kiwis wake to freezing temperatures as cold snap grips the country

Auckland had the highest early morning temperature at just 12C.

Sex crimes case: Why an entertainment figure’s identity is still secret

It has been six months since a Court of Appeal hearing about name suppression.

Wattle Park developer liquidated: Kiwibank owed $3.6m, Inland Revenue $1.09m

Project completed in January 2022 but developer blames Covid and the downturn for debts.

Mānuka honey producer buzzing after bee-autiful season

A local honey producer says they have seen a strong 2024/2025 season.

How good! Two Tauranga players win big in Lotto

Tauranga tickets won big in Wednesday night’s Lotto draw.

Market Close: Why interest rate cuts couldn't boost NZ sharemarket

The NZX slides despite some rate relief.

Comancheros bust: Influential gang member charged with 200kg drug import

The Comanchero was charged months after two men allegedly broke into a shipping container.