New ZealandPublic backs dragon as search begins for new siteThe 1.2m-tall dragon is built entirely from scrap-metal vehicle parts.26 Sep 03:15 AM
ManufacturingRich-listers' Ubco rescue: Sale price revealedReceivers say the electric motorcycle maker will stay in Mount Maunganui.24 Sep 08:58 PM
New ZealandAussie DJ to perform iconic cricket ground's first major concertFisher drew 22,000 fans to Auckland’s Victoria Park in January this year. 24 Sep 05:30 AM
New ZealandMost council hopefuls back strong Māori role in resource protection - survey'The role of mana whenua and decision making came through really strongly.'23 Sep 09:19 PM
New ZealandBrothel in suburbia: Mount Maunganui home seized; Madam illegally employed up to 150 sex workersMay Chen operated three brothels out of Tauranga and Auckland.16 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandDragon slayers: Two-tonne public art sculpture forced off street corner'If you ask for permission, it takes years. Better to ask for forgiveness' - art gifter.11 Sep 08:53 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe 'perfect storm' hitting Tauranga's construction industryConsents and filled jobs in the sector are down, but some see a turnaround coming.11 Sep 08:21 PM
New ZealandVoting countdown: Key dates, rules and what’s at stake in council electionsOrange voting papers will be delivered to mailboxes from today.08 Sep 09:23 PM
New ZealandQ&A: Western BOP councillor candidates tackle the big issuesVoting in the council elections begins on Tuesday.07 Sep 11:43 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTauranga's 'massive' week: Record-breaking Aims Games 2025 wrapsThis year's event hosted 14,000 athletes from 431 schools competing in 27 sporting codes.05 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'The next Rocket Lab': Behind the scenes at SyosSyos plans to triple its Mount Maunganui workforce within 12 months.03 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandConveyor belt death: 80 warnings of multiple risks before worker diedWorker's death followed 80 safety warnings in report.31 Aug 08:25 PM
New ZealandWatch: Tearful reunion as NZ man and birth mum meet after 50 years apartMan was among thousands of indigenous kids taken from their birth families in Canada. 30 Aug 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyBig revaluations spur Metlifecare to 25% net profit riseDespite housing downturn, company sales remain strong: 332 new units, care suites built.28 Aug 10:39 PM
New ZealandThe big boast only one Bay of Plenty restaurant can makeThe new award puts the Mount Maunganui wine bar in the 'top 40' of NZ, its owner says.27 Aug 07:24 PM
New ZealandNot doing less, but not doing more: What's been cut from the bus budgetBay of Plenty Regional Council cut $3.87m after an NZTA subsidy shortfall.26 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandCoroner rejects call for further inquiry into conveyor belt deathWesley Tomich died on an unguarded conveyor belt in 2023.25 Aug 07:37 PM
New ZealandUK hitmakers Rudimental to headline expanded NYE festivalFamous Last Words returns to Bay Park Mount Maunganui on December 31, 2025. 19 Aug 09:40 PM
New Zealand'Frustrated locals' vandalise city-centre parking machinesThe damage will cost thousands to fix.15 Aug 08:34 PM
New ZealandShellfish warning: Bloom spreads deadly biotoxin in BoPPeople are advised not to eat shellfish gathered between Mount Maunganui and Whakatāne.13 Aug 05:11 AM
New ZealandMeet the candidates running for Bay of Plenty Regional CouncilThere are 18 in the race for Tauranga's seats, 11 for Western Bay and three for Mauao.05 Aug 04:26 AM
New ZealandPaid parking would 'kill all the businesses', meeting hearsThe council delayed the start of paid parking to explore resident permits.01 Aug 06:02 PM
New ZealandPro-golfer's son joins the family business with simulation venture'I’ve seen the trend towards more popularity around the sport... more golf entertainment.'31 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandParking fees rile resident: 'Over $2000 a year just to park outside my house'Councillors rejected resident permits, which would exempt parking charges.28 Jul 07:49 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We ensure it's not a lottery:' Former cop and MP turned PI on finding out the truth Northland PI Mike Sabin works with a team of six former-detectives to gather evidence. 26 Jul 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMount residents fret as future of prime site in limboDeveloper behind 8-storey apartment plan 'couldn’t come to an agreement' with council.25 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Back on track': Greens push for regional rail revivalThe Green Party launched a petition to extend a regional passenger rail link to Tauranga.24 Jul 07:01 AM
New ZealandLGNZ backs Tauranga mayor's call for council structure reviewMahé Drysdale emphasised designing a system that works for local communities.23 Jul 05:01 AM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingElectric motorbike maker Ubco saved by rich-list familiesThe company will stay in Mount Maunganui.21 Jul 08:32 PM
New Zealand'Huge problems': Business owners upset over paid parking planSeveral streets and avenues to have new two-hour limits, with fines starting at $20.21 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandSpeedway secures Baypark lease extension to 2039Under the deal, Speedway Racing will upgrade the North Stand at their cost.18 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandNew home for Tauranga netball: $14m Baypark plan progressesThe new facility will include a new building plus 14 asphalt and nine cushioned courts.14 Jul 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Plague of hoons' on motorbikes tearing up Tauranga parks'Off they go waving their finger in the air.'13 Jul 07:03 PM
New ZealandThe amalgamation debate: Mayor claims 'no one’s prepared to act'Tauranga mayor wants 'tough' conversations now. Where do the 3 other BoP leaders stand?09 Jul 09:20 PM
