New Zealand'Sleeping with the fishes': New boat ramp fees cannedHow much the council collected in two months - and what will be refunded.27 Aug 07:07 AM
Talanoa'It's indescribable, horrific': Police suspect truck tyre blowout, tearful survivor speaksAmong the three killed were two Samoan seasonal workers due to go home this week.27 Aug 12:31 AM
New ZealandPolice want footage of disorder at gathering in TaurangaPolice are investigating the incident on Cheyne Road.26 Aug 11:34 PM
New ZealandPolice name victim of fatal SH29 crashThe two-vehicle crash closed the highway for several hours.26 Aug 11:15 PM
New ZealandOrange river: What early tests revealedRegional council confirms preliminary results after the river turned bright orange.26 Aug 09:41 PM
New ZealandFluoride debate: Tauranga seeks extension to deadlineThere was standing room only inside the council chambers.26 Aug 09:30 PM
New Zealand'Ambitious plans': Uni seeks more student accommodationThe campus is expected to grow by about 500 students by 2028.26 Aug 05:05 PM
New ZealandAll Blacks Sevens star Leroy Carter joins Gallagher Chiefs on two-year dealCarter, a World Rugby Sevens Player nominee, switches to Chiefs after Olympics quarter-fin26 Aug 01:15 AM
New ZealandPeople warned to stay away from orange Ōhinemuri River until testing doneMore rain could turn the river orange again this week.25 Aug 11:52 PM
New ZealandTauranga MP moves his office into town“I couldn’t be more proud to be located in the heart of our great city."25 Aug 09:46 PM
Banking and financeUbco inks major deal with Australia PostTrial also begins with NZ Post.25 Aug 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Deep concerns': Principals react to maths curriculum changesThe new maths and literacy curriculum would kick off in Term 1 next year.25 Aug 05:08 PM
PremiumPremiumInterest ratesRate cut sparks biggest rally in NZ shares in two yearsOPINION: Federal Reserve expected to cut rates, potentially boosting market performance.25 Aug 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We're almost there': The final push to hit 2025 smokefree goalThe minister says vapes have been instrumental in achieving smoking cessation targets.24 Aug 07:02 PM
New Zealand'Challenging': 4000-patient clinic has no permanent GPSometimes locums cannot be found so practices are running with 'insufficient GPs'.24 Aug 07:01 PM
New ZealandOne dead, three injured in Bay of Plenty crashThe driver of one of the two cars involved in the crash was found dead at the scene.23 Aug 08:14 PM
New Zealand'Freaking out': Toddler found near state highway after escaping from daycare'We sincerely regret the distress this incident has caused,' the centre says.23 Aug 05:05 PM
New ZealandGrandfather found dead in the Waikato River - family say police should have done moreNorman Hyslop's body was eventually found by a member of the public.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Really sad': Mount market ending on Sunday after 15 yearsThe market is 'no longer viable' in its current form, but there are hopes for a new one.23 Aug 04:00 PM
New ZealandSerious two-vehicle crash in Whakammarama, Bay of PlentyThe road is closed and motorists are asked to avoid the area.23 Aug 08:54 AM
New ZealandTauranga City Council to consider fluoridation directiveTauranga’s new council must decide if work to fluoridate the city’s water should continue.23 Aug 07:54 AM
New ZealandTears as jury finds teen stepmum killed toddler Harlee-RoseThe Crown said Jessica Mulford was resentful about caring for 2-year-old Harlee-Rose.23 Aug 06:05 AM
New Zealand'Good shot': Could this region get the first Govt deal?Neighbouring councils are 'ready to go' on a proposal.23 Aug 02:34 AM
New ZealandMedian barrier work to cease on SH2Residents have been protesting the barriers for several months.23 Aug 02:05 AM
New ZealandWheelchair rugby nationals in Te Awamutu: Four regions vie for gloryFour regions will compete for pride at the Low Point Wheelchair Rugby Championships.23 Aug 12:31 AM
New ZealandWhere the jobs are: Top region, industries looking for workersWhich industries had the biggest boost?22 Aug 11:43 PM
Super Rugby'Hybrid player': All Black Sevens star signs with ChiefsThe Waikato franchise has received a boost ahead of the 2025 season.22 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandMusic to our ears: 100-year-old Coreen is still on songTauranga choral legend celebrated turning 100 years with music at Bayswater.22 Aug 09:55 PM
New ZealandWhat’s going on at Whakaari/White Island?Erupted ash from Whakaari has forced flight cancellations. What can we expect next?22 Aug 04:34 AM
New ZealandDefence say dad's 'magic carpet ride' caused Waikato toddler's fatal injuriesBut, the Crown says it was Harlee-Rose's stepmum who snapped and killed the 2-year-old.22 Aug 04:11 AM
New ZealandTop dogs: Hard-working BoP hounds one paw closer to gloryNearly 400 dogs nationwide were nominated for this year’s contest.22 Aug 03:31 AM
New ZealandMysterious substance on Pāpāmoa BeachA black substance washed up on Pāpāmoa Beach turns out to be black sand.22 Aug 02:43 AM
New Zealand'Crippling costs': Iwi spends almost $100k in legal 'fight' to protect te reoIwi says its 'money is urgently needed elsewhere' but it will fight for te reo Māori.21 Aug 10:15 PM
