New ZealandOne dead in BoP crashPolice were called to the single-vehicle crash about 1am.28 Jan 06:07 PM
New Zealand'This is going to kill someone': Midwife's fear after maternity service 'downgrading'Higher-risk births were sent to a hospital more than an hour away after specialists quit.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua liquor store ram-raidedSecurity footage of a ram raid at Westbrook Liquor Centre in Rotorua. Video / SuppliedWatch28 Jan 01:17 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDug down, walls now rising for $400m Mount Maunganui retirement villageA giant sandpile sits at the centre of the site where perimeter walls have been built.28 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Teen repeatedly punches live octopus in ‘disgusting’ beach attackOthers can be heard yelling 'Punch him!' and 'Get him!' while filming the incident.27 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandAllegations optometrist still practising despite being struck off register, ordered to pay $25kThe Tauranga man has been deregistered and censured for professional misconduct.27 Jan 07:53 PM
New ZealandFour people flown to hospital by helicopter after Napier-Taupō Rd crashThree rescue helicopters, one each from Taupō, Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne, responded.27 Jan 07:30 PM
New Zealand'Can't do without us': Community rallies to save support hubThe Te Puke Food Hub will keep its doors open for now but still needs extra funding.27 Jan 06:44 PM
New Zealand'Wanted for years': Australian child physical therapy service to open NZ clinic'Hundreds' of NZ families have travelled to Australia for intensive therapy.27 Jan 04:03 PM
New ZealandAuckland Anniversary Day: Should the Bay of Plenty ditch it for its own day?Why does most of the North Island celebrate Auckland Anniversary Day?26 Jan 04:06 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: Why NZ's interest rates may stay below US levelsThe Federal Reserve is likely to keep rates unchanged next week.26 Jan 03:00 PM
New Zealand'Freaking amazing': Desert Road closure brings boom to small townOhakune businesses have thrived since the two-month closure began.26 Jan 05:50 AM
New Zealand'Operation Trolley': Police arrest 13, return 45 trolleys to Rotorua businessesPolice undertook the operation from January 21-23.26 Jan 05:06 AM
New Zealand'Miracle': Child abuse prevention programme expands after funding boostThe Wright Family Foundation will fund Tautoko Mai for the next three years.25 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘She was gone instantly’: Birthday balloon tragedy prompts warning from family'Just don’t do it' - family's helium warning after mum of two's death at daughter's party.25 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Unwavering commitment and compassion’: Four decades of hot meals and warm smilesMeals on Wheels volunteer Pam Smith clocks up 40 years.25 Jan 03:54 AM
New Zealand‘Selfish motivation’: Director’s passion for Tauranga’s museum journey'I want to be part of building something completely new for a city that’s never had one.'24 Jan 11:10 PM
New ZealandCost of students starting high school soars - parents stung up to $800 per childFamilies may face costs upwards of $800 per child for uniforms, stationery, technology.24 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Started from nothing’: From cleaning flats to running a holiday home businessThe 'boutique' business manages holiday homes in Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa.24 Jan 03:18 AM
New ZealandPedestrian dies after BoP crashThe crash happened at intersection of SH30 and Thornton Rd.23 Jan 10:57 PM
New Zealand'I was dressed up, he was dressed up': Festival friendship spans 15 yearsThe reggae fans have attended every One Love festival together – until this year.23 Jan 10:55 PM
New Zealand'Unprovoked assault': Man found critically injured on SH2A person was found on the road in a critical condition.23 Jan 06:22 PM
New Zealand'Fly fishing royalty': 'Legendary’ Tauranga angler farewelledRichard George Marquand, better known as Dick, died from a heart attack on January 2.23 Jan 04:02 PM
New Zealand'I decided to do it for me': Why council boss quitHe says being in chief executive roles for 10 years “takes its toll”.23 Jan 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Empower young people': Ngongotahā football club on a missionThe club is to welcome a special international football guest ahead of its community day.22 Jan 11:30 PM
New ZealandCouncil chief executive quits'He has guided our council during a time of significant change.'22 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandGayle-force wind blows through junior Tauranga cricket clubThe 'Universe Boss' paid the young players a visit.22 Jan 01:12 AM
New ZealandBar worker assaulted during robbery in opening hoursPolice called to Cameron Rd bar on Tuesday night.21 Jan 10:43 PM
New Zealand‘No chance of him surviving’: How a hot pool visit ended in deathWith no body found, his disappearance was a mystery. Now a coroner has ruled.21 Jan 04:02 PM
New Zealand'Deeply distressing': Daycare apologises after four children escapeThey left through a gate that 'unexpectedly malfunctioned' and were quickly returned.21 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandState Highway 30 partially blocked after log spillMotorists are advised to pass with care and expect delays.21 Jan 04:47 AM
New ZealandSH30 at Kinleith blocked after logs spill from trailerLogs spilled from a trailer separated from a logging truck this afternoon in Kinleith.21 Jan 03:58 AM
New ZealandRotorua emergency housing motel wind-down: Where will tenants go?The commissioner highlights ministry 'assumptions' about Rotorua's housing pipeline.20 Jan 06:50 PM
New ZealandPerson critically injured in BoP house fireFire and Emergency received a call to the Arawa Rd fire around 4pm. 20 Jan 06:47 PM
