Latest from Bay of Plenty

'We'd be lost without the ambulance' - Te Kūiti residents

It's proposed to send the ambulance to either Ōtorohanga or Te Awamutu.

Bring on the fowl weather! Hunters gear up for opening weekend

A good breeding season meant opening weekend looked promising for hunters.

Mount Maunganui’s poor air quality forces rethink of industrial sites

'Critical need' to find space for emitting businesses in region, says Tolley.

'Cynical and devious behaviour': Migrant sentenced over false refugee claims

She charged workers up to $600 each to facilitate these applications.

'It sucks': New gear stolen from dragon boat club

Thieves took a large amount of brand-new gear bought for world championships crew.

Chasing millions: Appeal 'likely' as High Court gives council more time

Extension given as council chases $20.5m+ after selling part-built carpark for $1.

Grass? Pass: City plans NZ-first compostable artificial football turf

Fields part of the $8.6 million plan to revamp Links Avenue Reserve.

'Financially stressed': 'Suffering' students rely on charities to eat

One organisation dished out $136,000 of food parcels in a year.

Honouring a fallen soldier and local rugby hero

A special segment commemorating a Katikati All Black has featured in the documentary.

'Disgusted': Destiny Church member jailed for stealing $377k from employer

'She was a good actor who portrayed herself as a good Christian woman.'

The soldier Dad she never knew: 'Words could never fully explain the impact'

A daughter’s message will never be read by the man it’s intended for.

Hook, line and fine: Boaties snapped fishing in protected area

'The rules are clear and apply to everyone equally.'

Fire closes 'friendly' Tauranga restaurant and bar

Loyal supporters are rallying behind the owners after the early-morning blaze.

Rates hike of 17.1pc ‘unacceptable’, says former mayor

He suggested i-Site could be one area where staff cuts could be made.

A job seeker applied to stack shelves, but the employer wanted a credit check

When is a credit check for a job acceptable, and how can you improve bad credit?

'Exceeded expectations': Rotorua swimmers excel at national event

The club placed 11th overall, the club’s highest standing at the event in its history.

Embracing stories of the past

Communities held local Anzac Day services throughout the Western Bay of Plenty.

Downloads spike for app helping EV owners track road-user charges

The platform will soon launch a feature that automatically buys road-user charges.