New Zealand'Unacceptable': Rural residents fight planned facility for reintegrating ex-prisonersA 6-year-old service started by a reformed former drug lord proposes a move to Waikite.28 Nov 12:04 AM
New ZealandKEVIN! Christmas Movie in the Park returns on Saturday with a 90s classicThe event, in its third year, is supporting Tauranga Community Foodbank.27 Nov 11:03 PM
New ZealandTauranga Business Awards finalists revealed, voting now openThe industry change makers and inspiring role models that are up for an award.27 Nov 08:08 PM
New Zealand'Incredible' privilege: Company's conservation work results in 'uptick' in native bugs'Seeing the beetle population thrive makes us really proud.'27 Nov 05:10 PM
New ZealandThe first results are in: How satisfied is Tauranga with its new council?And is new Mayor Mahé Drysdale happy with the report card?27 Nov 04:02 PM
New ZealandNew Mount skatepark to host national skateboarding eventTauranga to host Skateboard Nationals in March 2025, showcasing top Kiwi skateboarders.27 Nov 03:34 AM
New ZealandPlea for information after fatal BoP crashPolice are appealing for information following a fatal crash.27 Nov 02:03 AM
New Zealand'Hugely inspiring': Teen rugby player hopes to follow in footsteps of All Black Sam Cane'He has shown an example to kids from our school that it is achievable.'26 Nov 10:50 PM
New ZealandBailed teen gang shooter on the run after cutting off monitoring braceletThe teen shot at rival gang vehicles a busy Rotorua intersection in the middle of the day.26 Nov 06:02 PM
New ZealandTauranga council tight-lipped after marine precinct sale haltedThe council is taking legal advice as it decides next steps for the marine precinct deal.26 Nov 04:17 AM
New Zealand'He loved it': YouTuber 'absolutely fine' after free-fall injury stuntDid IShowSpeed really hurt himself at a Rotorua tourist attraction?26 Nov 01:36 AM
New Zealand'Unusual circumstances': Remains identified as Tokoroa man missing for two yearsPolice are appealing for information - 'even the smallest detail could be crucial'.26 Nov 12:49 AM
New ZealandNeed 'never stops': Bay needs 2500+ blood and plasma donations by ChristmasMobile donation drives will be 'making it as easy as possible for people to donate'.25 Nov 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessProperty Insider: $244k bill for Gulf Harbour Country Club’s owner; Here comes Santa ClausIt's the most wonderful time of the year, especially when Precinct goes tree generous.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Positive to see': Foodbank donations tracking similar to last yearTauranga Te Papa Rotary Club is the latest group to throw support behind the foodbank25 Nov 03:04 AM
New ZealandStudents 'in tears': Proposal to axe 'invaluable' apprenticeshipThe Waipā campus in Rotorua is 'the only facility of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere'.24 Nov 06:05 PM
New ZealandWaipā campus tutor Kerry Parker speaks about proposed cuts at Toi Ohomai.Parker says the forestry and wood manufacturing apprenticeship programme is 'invaluable'. Video / Megan WilsonWatch24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessOpinion: Beware, not all mortgage rate drops will follow OCR cutsOPINION: Mark Lister warns: 'Not all rates will fall equally' despite recent OCR cuts.24 Nov 03:00 PM
New ZealandDeadly boat capsize shows importance of sandbar crossing safety - CoronerAn experienced boatie died when his boat capsized on Tairua bar in January 2022.24 Nov 05:25 AM
New ZealandOne dead in Weymouth crash, police name victim, five fatalities in two daysThe 29-year-old died in a single-car crash on Friday.24 Nov 02:49 AM
EntertainmentYouTube superstar leads haka, mobbed by Kiwi fans in RotoruaMore than 50,000 watch live as the viral sensation travels through Rotorua.24 Nov 02:21 AM
New Zealand‘Excruciating fight’: Out-of-court settlement for family bereaved by White Island tragedyWith their lives shattered in the event, the family can now rebuild after the settlement.23 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFive injured in two-vehicle crash on State Highway 2 near ŌpōtikiThree fire trucks have been dispatched to the scene.23 Nov 02:16 AM
New ZealandMarine precinct sale stopped after interim injunction grantedThe council has also been served with judicial review proceedings.22 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua teen prostitution ring: Five men admit being customersDetails have been revealed about five men caught up in an underage prostitution ring.22 Nov 04:05 PM
New Zealand'Tragic that it’s still needed': How demand for this service has changed in 33 years'It used to be very much income-based ... that's changed.'22 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Everyone deserves warm kai': Kmart supports foodbankThe wishing tree appeal is in its 31st year and the need for it 'has never been greater'.22 Nov 05:05 AM
New ZealandCommunity boards facing axeWestern Bay of Plenty District could have fewer councillors to vote for next election.22 Nov 04:00 AM
BusinessKiwi pie company goes into liquidation'This decision has not been made lightly'.22 Nov 02:14 AM
New ZealandLiquor stores caught selling to minorsA tavern operating without a duty manager also found in breach.21 Nov 11:31 PM
New ZealandA day at the foodbank: 'A lot of fun, a lot of problem-solving, and a lot of kindness'What our reporter learned from spending a day volunteering with a vital community service.21 Nov 11:02 PM
New Zealand'National movement': Youth drive 283,000-signature petition against Treaty billThe Rotorua law student who authored it says the support was 'overwhelming but inspiring'.21 Nov 04:05 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters to the editor: Māori Battalion haka heard on battlefieldOPINION: Our readers have their say.21 Nov 03:40 PM
New ZealandDad describes evacuation as 'intense' wildfire threatened homesFirefighters remain at the scene two days later dealing with flare-ups.21 Nov 11:15 AM
