New ZealandFormer mayor admits mistake as council accelerates action on $11m wallCouncil vows urgency on finding options for corroded lake wall, but locals unconvinced.07 Aug 06:04 AM
New ZealandRun the Forest to showcase Rotorua to thousands of visitorsThe sold-out event is expected to inject millions of dollars into the local economy.07 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandTanker goes off road in Bay of Plenty, lane blockedPolice said traffic management is in place while they attend the scene.07 Aug 02:58 AM
LifestyleBoutique shoppers hit by scammers in elaborate dropshipping schemeThe Commerce Commission has received hundreds of complaints about fake NZ stores. 06 Aug 11:32 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNew Zealand's top 10 busiest house builders - how they cope with downturnNumbers are down but thousands of new homes are being built by the leaders in the sector.06 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandHomeless man jailed for spreading poo around police cellThe custody centre was disrupted for several hours due to the mess and odour.06 Aug 08:03 PM
New Zealand'Casting them aside': Tensions rise as Tauranga bypasses water partnershipTauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale objected to his council leaving Western Bay 'high and dry'.06 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandCordons lifted, police presence remains in Ōwhata after operationNearby school access remains unaffected by the operation, police say.06 Aug 06:55 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuOn The Up: East Coast kaimirimiri hope to attract international event to NZ after overseas successTe Kura Atuatiratanga came away with a silver and top 10 placement in Denmark.06 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFamily outraged as kuia's image used on Hobson's Pledge billboard without consentHobson’s Pledge used an image of Ellen Tamati without her permission.06 Aug 05:35 AM
RacingOne-time star of horse racing returns to track after tragediesThe celebrated horseman has been to hell and back but returns to the track on Friday.06 Aug 04:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Super motivating': Why Tauranga's triathlon coup is a big opportunity for local athletesTauranga will host the World Triathlon Championship Final in 2028.06 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandKāinga Ora cuts plans for 72 new homes in Whakatāne The housing agency plans to sell 36 hectares of surplus land nationwide.06 Aug 01:01 AM
New Zealand'Pretty epic': Why this man walked 12-hours overnight in sub-zero temperaturesThe hardest part was from 2am to 6am: 'It’s pretty cold, and it’s a little bit lonely.'06 Aug 12:00 AM
New ZealandMeet your Rotorua candidates for the regional councilRotorua voters have 11 options to pick from, with 3 contenders for the Ōkūrei Māori seat.05 Aug 11:10 PM
Sport'You could say I choked': Kiwifruit grower making NZ Darts Masters debutDean Reyland will be among the game's big names in Auckland next weekend.05 Aug 10:01 PM
New ZealandIs this the toastie capital of NZ? City has two cafes in competition finalsHead judge Kerry Tyack said having two finalists from one city was impressive.05 Aug 09:43 PM
SportTauranga to host triathlon world championship final The events are expected to attract more than 6000 international visitors.05 Aug 09:43 PM
New ZealandK9 team partners in crime-fightingScott and Chip's role involves tracking offenders and supporting frontline police and AOS.05 Aug 09:36 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Disheartening': Why a bid to house homeless people in pods fell overA local business made the $2500 pods. A charity bought some. Then plans began unravelling.05 Aug 07:30 PM
New ZealandSnapchat predator targeted 11-year-old girl while on bail awaiting rape trialThe 23-year-old man filmed himself violating a teen and sent it to an Auckland girl.05 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMagnitude 4.7 earthquake rattles Bay of PlentyThe rumble was registered at a depth of 127km.05 Aug 05:49 AM
New ZealandMeet the candidates running for Bay of Plenty Regional CouncilThere are 18 in the race for Tauranga's seats, 11 for Western Bay and three for Mauao.05 Aug 04:26 AM
New ZealandWhy a pub owner ditched travel plans to run for re-electionWhat drove Gregg Brown back into Rotorua's election race, after saying he would step down.05 Aug 04:15 AM
New ZealandMan involved in daylight gang shooting breaches home detentionA teen offender who promised to change and avoided jail is back in court.05 Aug 03:30 AM
New ZealandTauranga GP honoured for 'investing in the next generation of doctors'In between patients, he manages an avocado orchard and writes stories.05 Aug 02:39 AM
OpinionSarah Sinclair: From planning to reality – the urgent path for NZ infrastructureWe need to make asset maintenance as sexy – if not sexier – than the big new projects.04 Aug 10:22 PM
All Blacks'Intimidating', 'fastest in NZ': What Razor sees in the newest ABs squad membersAll Blacks coach Scott Robertson shared his thoughts on the four newcomers to his squad.04 Aug 08:09 PM
New Zealand'Huge backward step': Debate over Govt's new education proposalThe new system replaces NCEA with national qualifications over five years.04 Aug 07:58 PM
New ZealandTwo councillors and two newcomers challenge Tapsell for Rotorua mayorA total of 40 are standing for seats in Rotorua Lakes Council's local election.04 Aug 07:52 PM
New ZealandFormer council CEO among seven challenging Western Bay Mayor for top jobThere are 55 people standing in the Western Bay of Plenty District Council elections.04 Aug 07:51 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPeter Reidy: Why KiwiRail's bold electrification plan is crucial for NZ's futureDevelopment should be seen through a transport lens rather than road v rail.04 Aug 04:59 PM
New ZealandPower cut as crash takes out pole in MamakuA crash on Maraeroa Rd wiped out a power pole, cutting power for nine hours.04 Aug 05:30 AM
New ZealandWhy region's rural shoppers face higher prices than urbanitesThe dashboard tracks a 68-item shop across seven supermarkets in Tauranga and Western Bay.03 Aug 10:31 PM
