Latest from Bay of Plenty

House fire connected to gang-related shooting, police say

One person was taken to hospital with critical injuries.

'Pulled it out of the fire': Steamers eye semis challenge

Steamers to host home semi after dramatic last-minute victory over Magpies.

Critical injuries after motorbike crashes

Motorists were urged to avoid the area if possible and expect delays.

Petition against rainbow crossing 'nothing short of disgusting' - Pride advocate

Petition trying to stop a rainbow pedestrian crossing in Tauranga set to be presented.

Inside the cancellation of Bay Dreams 2025: ‘We took action before it was too late’

It was a “bittersweet” announcement forced by changing festival conditions, promotors say.

'Interest is high': Luxury Mount retirement village apartment prices revealed

Five apartments have sold off the plans as construction ramps up.

'Dark feeling': Retired NRL players open up on mental health

Roy Asotasi, Jason Nightingale, Louis Armstrong and Sione Faumuina visit a workplace.

'Rusty' League Legends beat Bay of Plenty Lakers in mental health charity match

'Once the joints loosened up, the body kicked in as if I was 23.'

Santa’s little helper: Kiwi teacher to work as elf in Santa village in Finland

Kids already warned to be on their best behaviour with the Arctic Circle-bound teacher.

'It’s lovely here': Family move from city lights to country living

'Sometimes we all just stand outside and watch the sunset.'

Bad vibrations: Raised crossing ripped out, levelled after shaking complaints

Locals say council spending on the project has been wasteful.

'A future for us here': How young city professionals can shift their mindset

OPINION: Three tips for finding positivity and purpose when you choose to stay in NZ.

Third murder charge laid in Rotorua after husband dies

Man's death on Wednesday follows that of his wife after assault at their Rotorua home.

Consent reforms needed to fix 'overkill' system – builder

Changes to the building consent system are welcomed as it is currently arduous.

'Sprawling' waterfront estate with panoramic views hits the market

The secluded Te Puna Point estate is on 3.6ha of land overlooking Tauranga Harbour.

History-making Steamers immortalised in doco

Bay of Plenty's greatest rugby triumph is to be commemorated in film.

'Getting her home asap': Family update after NZ woman reported missing in Bali

The woman's family said they became worried after she failed to meet up with her partner.

Chief medical officer jobs under review

Four small health regions could lose medical officer roles.