New ZealandPolice warn of ‘zero tolerance’ for speeding as Tauranga’s road toll fallsPolice reveal the identity of Tauranga pedestrian fatality injured in Pyes Pa crash.22 Dec 04:02 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand350-home project on track despite developer's other company in liquidationThe Government has no concerns about the development on state land in Ngongotahā.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: The items Bay people are trying to sneak into courtA disregard for authority could be why those attending court are thumbing their noses.21 Dec 11:00 PM
New Zealand13 Lotto winners each take home $22,652 in Second Division drawBay of Plenty MyLotto players win $22,652 in Second Division.21 Dec 09:32 PM
New Zealand'A sanctuary for so many children': Dancing school closes after decades of teaching'The contribution they’ve made to ballet in this country ... has been immense.'21 Dec 06:03 PM
New Zealand'Remarkable': Ian calls time after 47 years at Rotorua company"If you’re loyal to them, they will be loyal to you."21 Dec 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘It's magical’: Kiwi teacher working as Santa's elf in Lapland villageExperiencing phenomena like the Northern Lights makes up for long work hours, Kiwi says.21 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Blew us away': Appeal donations mean some 'get to have a Christmas this year'Salvation Army sends massive aroha to 'generous' community as preliminary tally revealed.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Most enormous thank you': Appeal raises record-breaking tally for foodbankTwo big business donations capped off the six-week fundraising drive.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Pothole Nation': Slow-moving road trips await Kiwi holidaymakers this summerAA's message to drivers: Be prepared for roadie delays – be polite to road workers.20 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSamantha MotionEditorial: Christmas donations show community spirit still shining throughOPINION: In trying financial times, people still find the capacity to give.20 Dec 03:45 PM
New ZealandDeath of Spark the kiwi prompts call to slow down for 'precious taonga''Kiwi move quite quickly and have absolutely no road sense,' trust says.20 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandNZTA closes passing lanes to help holiday traffic flowThe Transport Agency says traffic moves more 'steadily' with fewer lanes.20 Dec 05:53 AM
New ZealandRainbow connection: Should new crossing have had official opening?A pride advocate is upset an opening hasn't been held for Tauranga's new rainbow crossing.20 Dec 01:31 AM
New Zealand'Huge impact': Local cancer trust receives 'generous' $13k donation from Rotary clubThe money will help fund 'supportive cancer care and integrative medicine' retreats.19 Dec 10:16 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain warning issued for BoP, outlook for Christmas DayAn orange heavy rain warning is in force for the Bay of Plenty for Saturday.19 Dec 09:31 PM
New ZealandMedical 'mistakes': Widower wants answers after losing wife, 25, to cancer'Ultimately, it cost us time with Tasha,' her family says.19 Dec 04:06 PM
New Zealand'Like coming home': Summer holidaymakers set to pack out campgrounds'We are preparing for the busiest summer we have seen.'19 Dec 04:02 PM
New ZealandIconic Christmas display's final year before auction for charityThe popular display will be auctioned as a Mount Surf Club fundraiser.19 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Five injured in two-car crash in Bay of PlentyAt least two rescue choppers scrambled to the scene near Waioeka.19 Dec 04:37 AM
New ZealandDates confirmed for major closure of SH1 at KarapiroThe detour of SH1 at Karapiro will take an extra 18 minutes.19 Dec 03:54 AM
New Zealand'Beautiful, kind soul': Police name 17-year-old as victim of Rotorua crashShe was one of six people to lose their lives on Rotorua roads in a week.19 Dec 02:36 AM
New Zealand'Significant' gang bust: 300g of meth, $50,000 and firearms seizedThirteen people are now appearing before the court on a range of charges.19 Dec 01:22 AM
New Zealand'Inspiring': Zorb locals' day sees 2000-plus cans donated for foodbankIt exceeded last year's donation total after the rides sold out within hours.18 Dec 10:03 PM
New ZealandAuthorities investigate Mount Putauaki blazeCrews monitored hotspots on Mt Edgecumbe near Kawerau overnight.18 Dec 09:47 PM
New ZealandBasketball final history in the Bay: 'We're in our groove right now''There is no better place than to play at home.'18 Dec 09:03 PM
New ZealandMarine precinct sale: Council giving out ‘crumbs’ of information - MPTauranga MP Sam Uffindell is taking the city’s council to the Ombudsman.18 Dec 06:33 PM
New ZealandFluoride-free water option 'waste of time', campaigner saysTauranga City Council is still undecided about providing a fluoride-free water supply.18 Dec 04:05 PM
New ZealandTourists track thief using stolen AirPods after $7000 in gear swiped from campervanA man was seen wearing one of their stolen shirts after they tracked their missing tech.18 Dec 08:24 AM
New ZealandConstruction starts on SH29 signalised crossingA signalised crossing is being constructed on the corner of Cambridge Rd and SH29.18 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolice name person killed in Pyes Pā crashThe crash happened on December 12.17 Dec 11:06 PM
New Zealand‘Uplifting’ Mauaoathon raises $36,000 for sick councillorThe councillor was recently transferred to Tauranga Hospital from Waikato Hospital.17 Dec 10:58 PM
New Zealand'More rescues': Swells spark rip warning for holiday hotspotsIt comes as holidaymakers begin flocking to eastern beaches.17 Dec 06:03 PM
New ZealandPregnant women forced to travel 87km for emergency C-sections due to maternity care shortageSome in the community were 'devastated' by the change, which will begin in mid-January.17 Dec 06:22 AM
