New Zealand'Silliness': Incidents prompt warning for beachgoers in 'most dangerous month'Holidaymakers urged to stay cautious; lifeguards report manageable issues.02 Jan 04:03 AM
New ZealandOlympian Mahé Drysdale reflects on first months as Tauranga mayor'We haven’t found a house yet - the housing crisis is real.'02 Jan 01:53 AM
New ZealandPike River, earthquakes and cats up trees: Former firefighter honouredIan Pickard has been honoured for 50 years of life-saving service.02 Jan 01:03 AM
New Zealand'Wholly unnecessary': Bay road toll rises after horror December in RotoruaToo many people have died on local roads, say police.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I can’t find the words': Horror author's ironic take on NY honour'I’m supposed to be a wordsmith and just can’t get the words out.'01 Jan 03:55 PM
New ZealandMan dies in Bay of Plenty after being seen struggling in the waterThe man was pulled from the water but could not be revived, police say.01 Jan 12:47 AM
New ZealandFights, fireworks, family fun and almost 4500 breath tests: Tauranga rings in 2025Police were 'pleased' overall but not everyone in the city was on their best behaviour.31 Dec 11:29 PM
New ZealandFight led to death of zoo’s beloved capybaraLuna's fellow enclosure mate caused a number of wounds, which led to her death.31 Dec 09:13 PM
OpinionAleyna Martinez'Grab your rolling pin': What Tauranga leaders want to see in 2025A regional deal, a bigger pie, roads, health funding solutions and unity on the wishlists.31 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionAleyna Martinez'It is time to stand tall': What Rotorua leaders want in 2025Thriving tourism, a focus on youth — and the end of homeless motels are on the wishlists.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWet start to 2025 for holiday hotspots and main centres across NZThe first day of 2025 is forecast to deliver rain to all the main centres.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFifty years of service to conservation: 'The environment does have some value'Julian Fitter has been contributing to conservation for half a century.31 Dec 03:45 PM
New ZealandMan who died after jumping into harbour during Christmas police callout namedPolice have said he was evading arrest, but a family member disputed that.31 Dec 03:19 AM
New ZealandPaws and order: New police dog teams unleashedDogs and handlers graduate to boost force's frontline capacity nationwide.31 Dec 03:02 AM
New ZealandNew Year’s Eve weather: Chch fireworks show canned, East Coast thunder and downpour alert continues MetService says showers and strong winds should ease for most as midnight approaches. 31 Dec 02:48 AM
New Zealand'Incredible band': US music legends The Roots rock Summer Haze festivalJimmy Fallon's house band is one of the biggest acts visiting the Bay this summer.31 Dec 12:52 AM
New ZealandGas station robbery reported, three youths in custodyPolice were alerted to the incident at 6.25am.31 Dec 12:26 AM
New Zealand'Is this for real?': Honour surprises Ngāi Te Rangi kaumātuaIhaka has been honoured with an ONZM for services to Māori and governance.30 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandHonoured power sector leader on pouring his 'heart and soul' into 55-year career'It’s important to find your passion as when you love what you do, you do your best work.'30 Dec 04:01 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours: Bay of Plenty, Coromandel, Taupō recipients namedPlus - we ask why one city, unusually, has no honourees on this year's list.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year’s Eve festivals under threat from rain, thunderstorms as ferries cancelledA MetService-issued heavy rain watch is in place in Gisborne.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRāhui updated after body found in ŌhopeLocal iwi offered condolences to the grieving whānau of the man who died.29 Dec 11:05 PM
New Zealand$165k in seatbelt fines: 'Too many' kids not properly buckled inPolice target factors that decide whether people walk or are carried away from crashes.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Rush hour' driver caught on phone three days in a row on same road - policeHe's among more than 2000 people snapped for the same offence this year in the region.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandYoung Kiwi music artist's career turning point: 'I just feel like I’m in a dream'Frankie Venter's first headline show in Tauranga was the turning point of her career.29 Dec 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Volunteering certainly helps': How widower copes after losing wife of 44 years'There’s a whole lot of people out there who you can help and talk to.'28 Dec 11:30 PM
New Zealand'Happy to be alive': Mum's 'tough year' after freak accident in restaurantSian Habgood was hit by a car while sitting inside a restaurant.28 Dec 08:23 PM
New ZealandHoliday hotspot beaches close after separate shark sightings'Dozens of people raced out of the water,' one witness said.28 Dec 04:11 AM
New ZealandWatch: People run for their lives as vehicle goes on late-night rampageThe driver rammed a number of cars and a person before fleeing the scene.27 Dec 10:37 PM
New Zealand'Gorgeous': Travellers on their OE reflect on life in the Bay'A piece of me will be left here when I leave.'27 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandSearch continues for man who swam away from police during chaseIwi places rāhui on Ōhiwa Harbour as search for missing swimmer intensifies.26 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandBoP summer music festival guide: Kiwi band reveals 'ridiculous' ritualThe hottest music festivals in Taupō, Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Coromandel.26 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleSurprise, surprise, the library books Kiwis borrowed the most this year were by Lee ChildKiwis are devoted to the Jack Reacher author, and it shows in our borrowing behavior.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRāhui in place as family gather at Ōhope for man who swam from policePolice have instructed holidaymakers to stay out of the water.26 Dec 05:03 AM
