New ZealandFined 30 times in 12 months: Vehicle mechanic fears losing clients after cars ticketed‘Ridiculous’: Wardens have been ticketing unwarranted cars in for fixing. 14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow support helped a young cancer patient’s journey to health and happinessHe was diagnosed with leukaemia at 11 months, needing a stem cell transplant.14 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandTop gong for Te Puke kiwifruit growers at BOP Farm Environment AwardsKiwifruit orchards were developed while leaving much of the natural environment untouched.14 Mar 03:17 AM
New Zealand‘He was dead’: Ducks harmed in suspected animal cruelty caseA Muscovy duck was found with tape on its back and a broken wing.14 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandEight Tauranga liquor stores caught selling alcohol to minorsThirty-four premises were visited by police and inspectors that day.14 Mar 01:17 AM
New Zealand‘A rite of passage’: Skyline Rotorua celebrates 40 yearsMore than 15 million passengers have ridden the gondola in four decades.14 Mar 12:20 AM
New ZealandSH5 Rangitaiki crash causes serious injuriesMotorists are advised to avoid the area while emergency services respond.13 Mar 11:40 PM
New ZealandResidents criticise mayor for inconsistency over ‘s*** deal’ Tauranga Mayor Mahe Drysdale called the marine precinct sale a ‘s... deal’.13 Mar 09:16 PM
New ZealandDigging for glory: Bay of Plenty’s finest compete in excavation showdownThe event features unique challenges like slam dunking a basketball with excavators.13 Mar 09:14 PM
New Zealand‘Incredibly exciting’: Plans for luxury waterfront hotelThe hotel will feature a pool, rooftop bar, gym, conference rooms and 197 guest rooms.13 Mar 09:13 PM
New ZealandMother jailed for live-streamed crash causing baby’s brain injuryHer 12-week-old baby suffered severe brain damage in the accident.13 Mar 07:01 PM
New ZealandWatch: Spectacular fireball lights up night skyDavid Greig's camera recorded the fireball at 10.49pm on Wednesday night.13 Mar 06:54 PM
New Zealand‘Dark coppery red’: Lunar eclipse visible tonightJupiter and Mars will be visible during the eclipse, weather permitting.13 Mar 06:45 PM
New Zealand‘Unique, essential’: Locals dismayed as pool hours remain unchangedThe council decided to keep the 7am opening to save on extra costs.13 Mar 06:00 PM
New Zealand$17m commitment: Te Puke care home set for major transformationThe project includes 36 new premium care rooms and 11 new villas.13 Mar 05:28 PM
RacingIn-form Herbert seeks Tauranga victory ahead of spellHe's recently won at Whanganui, Matamata and the Taranaki Cup in New Plymouth.13 Mar 04:21 PM
New Zealand‘Hunger to learn’: Meet the Kiwis changing the rugby scene in Brazil'It's accelerating each and every year, which is awesome to see.'13 Mar 03:00 AM
New Zealand'I wanted to give something back': From award winner to organiserJessie Pope is helping organise the 2025 Dairy Industry Awards.13 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandHow to catch rare blood moon in NZ skiesA rare blood moon will be visible across New Zealand.13 Mar 12:57 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Beauden Barrett’s new side hustle; inside billionaire’s 40th bashPlus, Thomasin McKenzie debuts boyfriend and Kiwi fashion designer with royal connection.13 Mar 12:34 AM
TravelDog joining your beach walk? What you need to knowHow to protect wildlife from your dog (and keep them safe too).12 Mar 11:55 PM
New ZealandOperation Trolley: Why Rotorua’s top cop says opposition workedPolice positive that many homeless had since referred to agencies. 12 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘Most fundamental’ change: LGNZ urges end to postal votingLocal leaders want postal voting replaced with voting booths for future elections.12 Mar 09:10 PM
New ZealandWatch: Ute driver’s shock at undertaking truckHe overtook the truck using a passing lane before it sped up, he claims.12 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandPumice quarry owners, land owner fined $272k for consent breachesPaengaroa pumice quarry and landowner fined $272,000 for resource consent breaches.12 Mar 07:59 PM
New ZealandHundreds sign petition to keep busy stretch of highway 80km/hMayor is urging NZTA for safety improvements on the highway stretch.12 Mar 07:48 PM
New ZealandRare Bay of Plenty postal note and stamps in $1.5m auctionA Whakatāne postal note from 1893 is valued at $500 for the auction.12 Mar 07:46 PM
KahuHow Māori economy grew to $126b, redefining NZ’s economic landscapeMāori workers now hold more high-skilled jobs, rising to 46% in 2023.12 Mar 05:20 PM
New ZealandCouncillor seeks inquiry into commission’s decisionsMayor Mahé Drysdale said focusing on past issues won't help the council progress.12 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTe Puna fire destroys man’s home, eight classic carsA Te Puna man lost his caravan in a fire, leaving him homeless.12 Mar 05:18 AM
New ZealandFrom school leaver to forestry trailblazer: Young woman breaks barriers'When people ask me where I work they’re always surprised and say, ‘That’s a manly job!''12 Mar 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Spotlight on exporters’: Bay of Plenty awards highlight achievementsThe event returns after a hiatus, celebrating Bay of Plenty exporters.12 Mar 12:54 AM
New ZealandHeroic rescue: Man saves neighbours from burning houseOne person was sleeping, and another was gaming with his door shut and headphones on.11 Mar 09:04 PM
New Zealand'Didn’t get what we wanted': Pathlab workers strike for second time in two monthsMembers didn't like striking 'but it's ... our only means to enact any sort of change'.11 Mar 09:00 PM
