New ZealandDoctors' strike: Appointments postponed, some clinics to closeMore than 5000 senior doctors are striking, including 206 in Tauranga and 100 in Rotorua.29 Apr 11:25 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Butchered': Pruning of pōhutukawa in reserve sparks outrageThe council condemned the act, saying it harms the environment and community.29 Apr 09:01 PM
New Zealand'Stretched' health system 'getting quietly worse' - striking anaesthetistHe says he works 'well in excess' of his contract and the hospital faces staff shortages.29 Apr 08:50 PM
New ZealandKiwi actor brings acclaimed Gallipoli play to WhangāreiMark Wright's play 'Voices from Gallipoli' features nine diverse characters.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A new heart': Doco charts city from fraught history to $306m civic developmentTauranga City Council paid almost $200,000 to produce the three-part series.29 Apr 04:00 PM
WorldWho is Mark Carney? The finance expert now leading Canada as PMMark Carney's Liberal Party won Canada’s election this week.29 Apr 07:23 AM
New Zealand'Dirty cash grab': Councillor blasts congestion charging proposalCouncillors concerned about impact of congestion charges on residents' stretched finances.29 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandTyre slashing spree: CCTV footage shows two girls, knifeAnd English tourist pair whose tyres were slashed say they'll still come back to Rotorua.29 Apr 05:30 AM
New ZealandUncle leads byelection race to become Māori ward councillorHemi Rolleston looks set to fill the seat vacated by his nephew due to illness.29 Apr 04:54 AM
New Zealand'Frankly despicable': Judge condemns vigilante actionsPatrick Moloney, 19, admitted to assault and harmful communication charges.29 Apr 02:33 AM
New ZealandSerious injuries: Helicopter sent to two-vehicle crash near TaupōThe crash happened just before midday on State Highway 32.29 Apr 12:49 AM
New ZealandTeen swimmer breaks Danyon Loader's 33-year record He qualified for five events at the World Aquatics Junior Championships in Romania.29 Apr 12:00 AM
Energy'Milestone' solar farm: Genesis powers 13,000 homes with new siteGenesis says its new solar farm will produce enough power to supply Ashburton.29 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandCrane barge removal under way after capsizing at Tauranga marinaThe barge capsized on March 31 in Tauranga Bridge Marina.28 Apr 08:58 PM
New ZealandRugby player in ICU after serious head clash on Anzac DayThe rugby community has rallied, offering immense support to Joey Ah-Sui's family.28 Apr 07:43 PM
New ZealandMotorists back to 100km/h speed limit on SH30 Whakatāne-RotoruaA widower has mixed feelings about the change after losing his wife in a 2019 crash.28 Apr 07:43 PM
New ZealandSH2 now clear after truck tipsEmergency services were called about 6.30am to SH2 at Pikowai.28 Apr 07:35 PM
New Zealand'A spiritual moment': Matariki drone show set for mesmerising returnThe Matariki drone show will feature hundreds of drones this June.28 Apr 06:00 PM
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
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
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'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
