Tourism'Through the roof': Spa-lover spending hits $277m in steamy city - and growingThis is expected to reach $408m by 2028 as global interest grows.09 May 05:02 PM
New Zealand‘Beautiful the way you are’: The challenges of mothering an adolescent daughterTween life coaching is already prominent in the USA, and in NZ the need is growing.09 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Kick in the guts': Tradies 'poaching' work from locals 'rife' amid slowdown'A high volume of tradies [are] jumping in the ute and trying to grab some of the work'09 May 08:03 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly generous': Farmer gifts 103ha with panoramic coastal views for regional parkThe generous gift has been called a rarity and 'true legacy' for the Bay of Plenty.09 May 03:31 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionConcrete stats show hard times for construction sectorTight public sector spending cited as new data sheds light on building activity.09 May 02:23 AM
New ZealandHighly potent synthetic opioid found in second fake tabletN-Desethyletonitazene has now been found in Tauranga, Drug Foundation offering free tests.09 May 01:54 AM
New Zealand'Doesn’t make sense': BOP doctors speak out amid strikesJunior doctors picketed outside hospitals this week.09 May 01:50 AM
New Zealand'Magic light show': 160 drones to light up Rotorua Lakefront“It is a collaboration of story, light, sound and Matariki themes."08 May 10:32 PM
New Zealand'Winter-like surge': Temperatures drop in region, -4.4C on Desert RdWeather remains sunny but chilly,08 May 09:07 PM
New ZealandStaff shortages force closures at Pathlab clinicsClosures were decided once all other options were exhausted, Pathlab says.08 May 05:40 AM
New ZealandPerson critical after Fairy Springs Rd motorcycle crashThe road was partially closed for a time.07 May 10:48 PM
New ZealandFuelling change: End of era for long-running service stationBittersweet atmosphere as loyal patrons called in one final time.07 May 10:44 PM
New Zealand'Shocked and horrified': Pet owner fearful after second cat shot in area'We fear the person responsible for these two shootings could strike again if not caught.'07 May 10:03 PM
New ZealandMongrel Mob gang patch theft leaves six injured in cascade of crashesThree of the injured were innocent members of the public.07 May 05:04 PM
New Zealand'Disengaged': Frustration for parents waiting for new school as lot stays emptyA dad says kids are stuck spending a 'stupid amount of time' on buses to get to school.07 May 05:02 PM
New ZealandDelays expected after motorcycle crash on Fairy Springs RdThe road is partially closed and police say the public should avoid the area.07 May 05:25 AM
New ZealandFrolicking orca delights Tauranga family Photo shows the orca swimming in the break waves.07 May 01:44 AM
New ZealandTeen mall stabbing accused in court - police allegations revealedThe victim of the alleged incident remains in hospital.07 May 01:04 AM
New ZealandTauranga subdivision needs $400m for roads. Who will pay for it?Tauranga's council could face a 'substantive funding gap' for new roads.06 May 08:35 PM
New ZealandFines and debt collectors: Car parkers stung at shopping centres'I fought for two weeks to get it sorted and kept getting the run-around.'06 May 06:04 PM
New ZealandMinister's decision on housing intensification rules 'rational and reasonable'Greater housing density will go ahead in the high-growth areas of Ōmokoroa and Te Puke.06 May 06:20 AM
New ZealandDuck hunters have guns seized in opening weekendGun seizures aside, Fish & Game said the atmosphere was 'festive' over the weekend.06 May 03:13 AM
New ZealandDog latches on to pig's throat in public reserve, teens rush to helpAuthorities are looking for the injured pig and advise people to avoid it.06 May 01:40 AM
New ZealandHorse dies after crash, police issue warningPolice were called to the crash this morning.06 May 01:24 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Common sense finally': Bid to lift building height limits in Mount Maunganui hits hurdleA decision will be made by Tauranga City Council commissioners on May 20.05 May 05:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMark Lister: Currencies and share investingOPINON: Sometimes the moves between currencies can work in your favour.05 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal runner Michael Voss wins Rotorua marathon, Debbie Donald wins women'sIt is Michael Voss' fourth Rotorua Marathon win.04 May 10:17 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Living the life I only dreamed of': How an ADHD diagnosis at 40 changed my lifeBefore the diagnosis, my life was unravelling.04 May 07:53 PM
New Zealand'There's a better way': Why singer Ria Hall wants to be Tauranga's next mayor'I’m not under any illusion that this is not something that’s not big . . . it really is.'04 May 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFamily lays complaint after 22-year-old dies suddenly in Middlemore HospitalThe family claimed Jaydyn Barnett was ready to go home but died suddenly after a fall.03 May 09:39 PM
New ZealandHobbit holes a winner in Waikato BOP Architecture AwardsThree Hobbit Hole facades were excavated and transformed into authentic homes.03 May 04:59 AM
New ZealandWatch: Dramatic smash and grab as jewellery store targeted in daylight raidTwo people have been arrested and police are looking for two more.03 May 04:39 AM
New ZealandBay of Plenty housing: Bishop rejects panel's recommendationsThe minister's decision opens the door to housing growth in the area.03 May 12:55 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRevealed: Tauranga council’s private cocktail event to ‘celebrate’ cityBut the list of the 150 invitees remains secret, for now.02 May 10:00 PM
