New ZealandMinister reveals new Northwest Rapid Transit construction start dateA busway is planned along the North Western Motorway for frequent trips.23 Apr 02:46 AM
New Zealand'We were the lucky ones': Couple celebrates 73 years marriedKen and Noeline Murray met in 1947 and have been attached at the hip ever since.23 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandLeading into the next chapter: Tauranga Whai appoint new head coach 'He’s absolutely ready to lead this team into its next chapter': Whai GM John Miller. 23 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandHow Whakatāne Hospital plans to restore full maternity services Since January, 88 Eastern Bay women have had their babies at Tauranga Hospital.22 Apr 11:08 PM
New Zealand'Great news': Tauriko road plan to boost jobs and growthThe NZTA Board has endorsed the Tauriko West Road investment case in the Bay of Plenty.22 Apr 08:14 PM
New Zealand'Our promise that we won’t forget': Waiata honours Sir Bom Gillies, 28th Māori Battalion It is the first Anzac Day without any living members of the 28th Māori Battalion.22 Apr 05:02 PM
New Zealand'Cut deep': Kiwi religious leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis Reverend Frank Ritchie admired his commitment to peace and support for the marginalised.22 Apr 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Cherished': Taupō farm vehicle victim described as 'beautiful pou'A long-time friend said they are 'extremely broken'.22 Apr 05:24 AM
New ZealandHighway reopens after fatal crash near RotoruaEmergency services responded with five crews, an ambulance, and a helicopter.22 Apr 05:05 AM
New Zealand'Time of great sorrow': Bay leaders mourn Pope Francis' passingTodd Muller praised Pope Francis as a humble, reflective leader.22 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'All are welcome': Special requiem mass to honour Pope Francis' life and legacy'He was a Pope who truly lived the Gospel .. and we will remember him with deep affection'22 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandWhy early eastbound off-ramp opening is a game-changer for PāpāmoaThe interchange will relieve pressure on existing routes and shorten travel times.22 Apr 01:32 AM
New Zealand'Incompetence': Reserve neighbour slates delay to fell rotting treeHe says it shouldn't have taken him 'jumping up and down' to have it cut down.21 Apr 11:20 PM
New ZealandTauranga man’s frustration as Air NZ fares soarScott Koster criticises Air NZ for unveiling uniforms amid high airfares.21 Apr 11:04 PM
New ZealandHuge Lotto prize unclaimed four months onLotto NZ urges players to check tickets.21 Apr 10:43 PM
New ZealandPower disconnected: Crews check homes after crashPowerco crews are checking meter boards after a vehicle hit a power pole.21 Apr 10:42 PM
New ZealandHikers rescued after river floods exit in Kaimāī RangePolice urge preparation after two rescues and a death in Kaimāī Range over long weekend.21 Apr 10:38 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFirst XV rugby: How Kiwi schools rate in world rankingsOPINION: Bay boys show they have the resolve to build on recent successes.21 Apr 09:06 PM
New Zealand‘Small beginnings’: Tournament now hosts more athletes than OlympicsGames is the biggest intermediate-school level sports tournament in Australasia.21 Apr 07:58 PM
PoliticsDrop in success rate, higher attrition: Police flag challenges to hit 500 new cops target Police have flagged challenges meeting the target of 500 new cops within two years. 21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBrent Mountford on farming the land he grew up onCouple's dream was to come back home, farm, and return the land to its original form.21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds lose power in Tauranga after car crashes into pole, fleesA car crash knocked out power for nearly 1000 Bellevue homes.21 Apr 06:53 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Kiwis accepted into Oxford, Harvard, Princeton and moreThree Bay of Plenty locals have been accepted into the world's most prestigious schools.20 Apr 05:02 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Gizzy Kai Rescue and Tairāwhiti Environment Centre teaching food waste reductionThe initiative builds on the work that the organisation has done for nearly seven years.20 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: The investor's guide to surviving a sell-offInvestors are advised not to panic amidst the market volatility.20 Apr 04:00 PM
New Zealand'The show must go on': Jazz fans embrace wet weather festival'It’s a good excuse to be social and listen to some music,' one local says.20 Apr 03:43 AM
New Zealand'Hidden harm': Wood smoke's impact on Rotorua's healthWood smoke contains fine particles that can harm human health.20 Apr 03:19 AM
New ZealandThree generations restore classic 1972 MiniPaige Sutton, 21, learned to drive the Mini after helping restore it during lockdown.20 Apr 12:03 AM
New ZealandCheck your tickets! Tauranga, Rotorua Lotto players win $16kPlus, where the winning tickets were sold.19 Apr 11:34 PM
New Zealand'It’s like stepping into a calling': Six police graduates deployed to BoP'We are the ones who stand in the way of injustice.'19 Apr 10:52 PM
Travel newsHonouring Anzac: Key events and traditions for April 25Where and how to commemorate Anzac Day this year.19 Apr 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Why is it not Mission Bay?’: The rise, fall, and hopeful revival of an enigmatic beachside suburbMike Thorpe explores the past and present of New Brighton. 19 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandKapa haka 'unlocks' relationships, connects Aotearoa with the worldKapa haka in Rotorua has allowed performers to travel the world.19 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandLeading refrigeration and aircon business reveals new Tauranga centralised hubMcAlpine Hussman NZ officially opens new centralised Tauranga hub.19 Apr 05:00 PM