New Zealand'Forced to hide': Child caught in Rotorua store robbery dramaPolice are appealing for information about the aggravated robbery.30 Apr 04:18 AM
Super RugbySuper Rugby teams: Chiefs lose All Black to injuryAll the ins and outs ahead of the 12th round of the Super Rugby Pacific season. 30 Apr 04:13 AM
New ZealandWhy Toi Kiri Arts Festival's return is delayed until 2026The Toi Kiri festival, focusing on indigenous arts, is postponed to 2026.30 Apr 03:45 AM
New ZealandHow Puhirake Ihaka reshaped Māori representation in Tauranga MoanaPuhirake Ihaka was honoured as an Officer in the New Zealand Order of Merit.30 Apr 03:38 AM
New Zealand'Tough decisions' needed: Clock hīkoi targets Govt debtThe hīkoi arrived in Tauranga this afternoon, highlighting Government debt.30 Apr 03:36 AM
New Zealand‘Focus on the essentials’: Minister's message for Tauranga councilSimon Watts emphasised the need for councils to deliver the basics well.30 Apr 02:56 AM
New Zealand'Very worried': Police search harbour area for man missing since Anzac DayHe left an address on Tobie Place around 11.15pm on Anzac Day.30 Apr 01:40 AM
New ZealandOn The Up - Rising leaders: Northland's Youth MPs aim to bring changeNorthland's Youth MPs are preparing to make a difference in Parliament.30 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain, thunderstorms for BoP, warnings after rockfallThunderstorms are possible this morning, with heavy rain expected.29 Apr 11:45 PM
New Zealand'They've taken my soul': Burglary strips man of father's WWII medals, heirlooms Coppell urged the thieves to return his belongings anonymously if needed.29 Apr 11:34 PM
New ZealandDoctors' strike: Appointments postponed, some clinics to closeMore than 5000 senior doctors are striking, including 206 in Tauranga and 100 in Rotorua.29 Apr 11:25 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Butchered': Pruning of pōhutukawa in reserve sparks outrageThe council condemned the act, saying it harms the environment and community.29 Apr 09:01 PM
New Zealand'Stretched' health system 'getting quietly worse' - striking anaesthetistHe says he works 'well in excess' of his contract and the hospital faces staff shortages.29 Apr 08:50 PM
New ZealandKiwi actor brings acclaimed Gallipoli play to WhangāreiMark Wright's play 'Voices from Gallipoli' features nine diverse characters.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A new heart': Doco charts city from fraught history to $306m civic developmentTauranga City Council paid almost $200,000 to produce the three-part series.29 Apr 04:00 PM
WorldWho is Mark Carney? The finance expert now leading Canada as PMMark Carney's Liberal Party won Canada’s election this week.29 Apr 07:23 AM
New Zealand'Dirty cash grab': Councillor blasts congestion charging proposalCouncillors concerned about impact of congestion charges on residents' stretched finances.29 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandTyre slashing spree: CCTV footage shows two girls, knifeAnd English tourist pair whose tyres were slashed say they'll still come back to Rotorua.29 Apr 05:30 AM
New ZealandUncle leads byelection race to become Māori ward councillorHemi Rolleston looks set to fill the seat vacated by his nephew due to illness.29 Apr 04:54 AM
New Zealand'Frankly despicable': Judge condemns vigilante actionsPatrick Moloney, 19, admitted to assault and harmful communication charges.29 Apr 02:33 AM
New ZealandSerious injuries: Helicopter sent to two-vehicle crash near TaupōThe crash happened just before midday on State Highway 32.29 Apr 12:49 AM
New ZealandTeen swimmer breaks Danyon Loader's 33-year record He qualified for five events at the World Aquatics Junior Championships in Romania.29 Apr 12:00 AM
Energy'Milestone' solar farm: Genesis powers 13,000 homes with new siteGenesis says its new solar farm will produce enough power to supply Ashburton.29 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandCrane barge removal under way after capsizing at Tauranga marinaThe barge capsized on March 31 in Tauranga Bridge Marina.28 Apr 08:58 PM
New ZealandRugby player in ICU after serious head clash on Anzac DayThe rugby community has rallied, offering immense support to Joey Ah-Sui's family.28 Apr 07:43 PM
New ZealandMotorists back to 100km/h speed limit on SH30 Whakatāne-RotoruaA widower has mixed feelings about the change after losing his wife in a 2019 crash.28 Apr 07:43 PM
New ZealandSH2 now clear after truck tipsEmergency services were called about 6.30am to SH2 at Pikowai.28 Apr 07:35 PM
New Zealand'A spiritual moment': Matariki drone show set for mesmerising returnThe Matariki drone show will feature hundreds of drones this June.28 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandOne injured after car hits tree in Pyes PāOne vehicle has crashed and the road remains open.28 Apr 03:03 AM
New Zealand'Deeply distressing': Tyre slashing spree hits CBDMore than 10 vehicles were hit, with most having all four tyres stabbed.28 Apr 03:03 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTwenty new buildings planned for Takapuna campground siteDetails are out with big plans for the much-loved beachfront site on the waterfront.28 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandNew bus stop bays open in TaurangaSix new bus stop bays opened today in Tauranga’s city centre.28 Apr 01:27 AM
New ZealandNZ First vows action over Waitākere Ranges 'co-governance' planThe Waitākere Ranges belong to all Aucklanders, says NZ First and Act.28 Apr 01:19 AM
New Zealand'Extremely concerning': Liquor stores caught selling booze to minorsFive liquor stores in and around Tauranga have been caught selling booze to minors.27 Apr 08:58 PM