PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'That water out there is not your friend': 'Epidemic of stupidity' as drownings riseMore than one in 10 drownings in New Zealand were in the Bay of Plenty.31 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandHe killed 77 people including a 14yo Kiwi. Her mother's grief - he 'should shut the **** up'"He has shown no remorse," Vanessa Svebakk says of mass killer Anders Breivik.22 Jan 05:17 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRevealed: The cost of water-related injuriesThe most common activities that led to injuries were boating, swimming and fishing.11 Jan 07:00 PM
SportRevealed: Full line-up of all players for T20 Black ClashThe latest member has been revealed completing the full line-up for both teams.07 Jan 07:00 PM
CrimeMount Maunganui loosens NYE restrictions, but don't expect to party like it's 2015The Mount used to have a wild reputation as New Year's Eve party central. But not anymore.29 Dec 01:24 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCovid 'not taking a holiday': Warning for summer hotspots'Covid doesn't know it's Christmas or New Year', says ice cream shop manager.27 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Posing danger': Reports detail struggles with ageing Fire trucksFirefighters have been struggling with their big ladder hoses breaking down.15 Dec 10:33 PM
New ZealandHave you been here? Today's Covid locations of interestSome linked locations are in Tokoroa, Matamata, Bethlehem, Hamilton and Mt Maunganui.19 Nov 06:31 AM
New ZealandEpsom Girls Grammar student tests positive for Covid-19EGGS principal said a student has tested positive for Covid-19.18 Nov 08:51 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCovid 'washing over the entire country': Tauranga could have cases this week, DHB saysThe health board chief is warning people Covid-19 could be in Tauranga this week.14 Nov 10:52 PM
TravelSweat and Reset: 11 ways to unwind after exertionBig adventures deserve big rewards: indulgent recovery for hikers and bikers across NZ.25 Oct 07:30 PM
New ZealandShot, NZ! Kiwis smash daily vax target - Auckland edges closer to 90%The target was 100,000. We smashed it, and then some.16 Oct 04:26 PM
EntertainmentBay Dreams cancels festivals for 2022The one-day event was set to be held in Mount Maunganui on January 3.13 Oct 05:08 AM
OpinionLuke KirknessLuke Kirkness: My first vaccination went without a hitch. Here's my guideOpinion: I got my first Covid-19 vaccination on Tuesday. Here's how you can do the same.28 Sep 07:00 PM
New ZealandPhotographer's dream! Amazing shots of orca in Mount surfMount Maunganui residents were treated to quite a show by a pod of orca whales.28 Sep 12:41 AM
New Zealand'Test immediately': Businesses outside Auckland linked to Covid caseA bakery in Mt Maunganui and a petrol station in Tauranga were visited by a Covid case.17 Sep 01:11 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFatally crushed: Ill sparkie and 'wrong' wiring surface in final day of inquestDirector of the manufacturer of the truck involved disputes suggestions of 'wrong' wiring.06 Jul 01:16 AM
New Zealand'We're ecstatic': Kane Williamson's dad on the sleepless nights leading up to historic winBrett Williamson eventually got up at 4.30am after being bombarded with text messages.23 Jun 09:49 PM
New ZealandNot in Monday? Workmates buzz after big Lotto winThe team is still buzzing from the win.17 Jun 11:39 PM
New Zealand'Kids, kaumātua getting headaches': Marae still on quest for industrial neighbours to moveCommunity claim they are still suffering despite given the all clear.15 Jun 11:47 PM
New ZealandPolice release name in boating tragedyThe man died after a small boat capsized in the river mouth on Saturday.14 Jun 04:55 AM
LifestyleDriftwood: Pup grabs bizarre beach bountyBarni often takes toys away from other dogs and takes them home — but this was a first.14 Jun 03:37 AM
New Zealand'Too little too late': Melbourne returnee told to isolate 12 days after arriving in NZMan was in the community for 12 days before being told to self-isolate.01 Jun 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumCrimeSuburb Spotlight: TV star new Pāpāmoa police chiefSuburb Spotlight: There's a new sheriff in Pāpāmoa and he's a familiar face.31 May 08:00 PM
New ZealandThe fake $50 and the off-duty cop: How a man was nabbed for making fake moneyHow did he do it and why?21 May 07:14 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuRob Rattenbury: A reckoning is coming over the history of New ZealandCOMMENT: Many will feel ashamed about what they learn, writes Rob Rattenbury.02 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'New look': Mt Maunganui property sells for record $9.5mThe $9.5m sale was a record for the region, says REINZ29 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAre your details safe? Why businesses are adapting Covid tracer methodsTauranga stores are trying other sign-in methods to protect customers privacy.14 Apr 12:00 AM
KahuWhareroa Marae puts Govt on notice over contaminant risksPFAS compounds have been found in groundwater in Mount Maunganui near a local marae.13 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Great white shark spotted off Hawke's Bay coastA large marine animal you don't expect to see at Easter spotted off Waipatiki coast.03 Apr 10:22 PM
TourismTourism NZ forecasts $1b boost if transtasman bubble opensAussies are already making plans to visit in the lead-up to Tuesday's travel announcement.03 Apr 08:02 PM
New ZealandSkydiver killed in accident believed to have been an instructorA witness has told of seeing the victim's parachute 'tangled up'.20 Mar 07:10 AM
New ZealandLifeguard: 'I've never pulled a body out of the water with a life jacket on'Fatal drownings have increased by almost 20 percent in the last five years.14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead after Mount Maunganui crashPolice were called to the crash at 2.18pm.21 Feb 03:52 AM
