Latest from Bay of Plenty

'Neither of us would be here': Crash survivor's message after 22 unrestrained drivers die in five years

Before the T-bone crash, Klaudia's life flashed before her. Luckily, she had belted up.

‘Hard decision’: Woman, 27, heading to US for $550k cancer treatment

Amelia Branson and her family are fighting to extend her life.

'Eyes glowing with hatred': Victim bashed in Grindr ambush

A group of young men attacked the victim and left him traumatised.

How Tauranga’s handbag appeal is keeping Grace Millane’s memory alive

Tauranga collects handbags for women’s refuge, honouring Grace Millane’s legacy.

$60m BoP bridge and interchange to boost economy

Industrial development Rangiuru Business Park near Te Puke has reached a major milestone.

‘There was something missing’: Reconnecting to lost heritage brings healing

One man found out he was Māori from his dying grandmother.

‘A lot of reminiscing’: Iconic choir’s final reunion in Tauranga

The choir performed for Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, in Wellington.

Fire crews tackle large structure blaze in BoP

Residents are urged to avoid the area as crews work to contain the fire.

Guidelines set for part-sale of regional council’s port shares

Council's sale of Port of Tauranga shares to create an 'endowment fund' for the community.

How geothermal water changes could impact Bay of Plenty growers

Geothermal water use in the Bay of Plenty is currently under review.

Person dies after being pulled from sea at Coromandel beach

Ambulance staff and the public attended to the person at the scene.

Michael Voss lines up alongside world’s top trail runners

The Tarawera Ultra-Trail, New Zealand's premier running event starts in Rotorua.

The inspiring climb: Community rallies for local woman battling cancer

A Tauranga woman with a "big belly of tumours" is running out of options.

‘Fear and anxiety’ for locals fed up with beach parties

Beach parties and drinking in public have Mount locals calling for a full liquor ban.

Operation FTP: Crackdown on trolley thefts sparks counter operation

Operation Feed The People launched in opposition to police trolley crackdown.

Society Insider: First photos of revamped SPQR; heir’s hens' party eviction

Exclusive look at Jacuzzi, formerly SPQR, which has its launch party next week.

‘Incredible’ rise: Gisborne teen takes top canoe racing honour

Liz Thompson received an Outstanding Service Award for her dedication to kayaking.

Mum's drug funding hope for 3yo son with cystic fibrosis

'The earlier children receive Trikafta, the better their long-term health outcomes.'