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 ZealandNew mum takes first steps with walker after 2017 spinal injuryCasey Brady, 32, was told she would never walk again after a motocross accident in 2017.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Life has just stopped': 'Forgotten five' battle council over slip damageOwners of three homes have not been able to return since they were evacuated in 2022.16 Apr 06:48 PM
New Zealand'Phenomenal' outcome: Five community boards to remain in Western BayThe Local Government Commission overruled the proposed reduction.16 Apr 02:22 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Golf club invests $3m into new facilities, including field-sized practice greenThe club says the 6000sq m green is among the biggest in the world.13 Apr 07:17 PM
New Zealand‘Unfair’: Mount businesses struggle with proposed street dining feesBusinesses say the plan is 'flawed' and 'bizarre' at a time when eateries are hard-hit.11 Apr 12:00 AM
KahuTeen's 160km hīkoi backing Māori wards referendumJack Karetai-Barrett's inviting others to join the walk, aiming to raise awareness.08 Apr 11:27 PM
New Zealand‘We’re back’: Bay duos chase another bite at Pork Pie Charity RunFifty teams are driving their Minis down the country in the movie-inspired fundraiser.07 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga byelection: Q&As with the five candidatesVoting for Tauranga's new Māori ward councillor begins on Monday.03 Apr 09:46 PM
New ZealandStrokes of inspiration? Mayors Mahé and James hit the waterHouseholds could save up to $5000 if councils collaborate on water services.02 Apr 04:03 PM
New Zealand‘Island in the wilderness’: Proposed boundary shift sparks concernResidents say the proposed boundaries ignore local geographic ties.01 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandBig changes for art gallery and its supportersRenovations are part of the $306m Te Manawataki o Te Papa project.31 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘We will make better decisions’: Mayor on iwi council appointmentsA pōwhiri was held for the three tangata whenua representatives.27 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandWhy Tauranga’s water service delivery options have sparked debateCouncil discusses ministerial influence on Tauranga's Local Waters Done Well planning.27 Mar 12:17 AM
Black CapsBlack Caps crush Pakistan to finish series in styleThe Black Caps have clinched a 4-1 series victory by crushing Pakistan in the final T20.26 Mar 09:05 AM
New ZealandHow much a 12% rates rise could add to Tauranga homeowners' billsThe mayor says the council found $29m in savings to get the overall rise down to 12%. 24 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandSH5 crash: Driver appears in Tauranga court facing 11 chargesShe has not entered pleas to the charges. 24 Mar 04:03 AM
New Zealand‘State of shock’: Canadian hockey players injured in serious crashThe visiting U16 and U18 hockey team members were travelling to Tauranga from Napier.23 Mar 10:46 PM
Black CapsBlack Caps romp to series win over PakistanThe Black Caps claimed the T20 series against Pakistan after a dominant all-round display.23 Mar 09:32 AM
New Zealand‘Step backwards’: MP’s equal voting rights bill challengedIwi group leaders argue the bill ignores political disadvantages faced by Māori.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLGxit: Another council legs it from LGNZWestern Bay of Plenty Mayor James Denyer highlighted LGNZ's support for elected members.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Eroding a democracy’: Backlash over community board changesWestern Bay council proposes three boards to improve representation and reduce rates.15 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘Unique, essential’: Locals dismayed as pool hours remain unchangedThe council decided to keep the 7am opening to save on extra costs.13 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandCouncillor seeks inquiry into commission’s decisionsMayor Mahé Drysdale said focusing on past issues won't help the council progress.12 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Low trust’: Mount Maunganui street closure sparks community tensionMayor Mahé Drysdale said road changes aim to balance safety and accessibility.10 Mar 09:41 PM
New Zealand‘Incredibly proud’: Omanu triumphs in national surf championshipsOmanu won the Alan Gardner Trophy for the first time in its 78-year history.10 Mar 07:25 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Very busy road’: Bus lanes that racked up $1.4m in fines may become T3Mount Maunganui road responsible for about half of all bus-lane tickets over two years.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand15 boats damaged in marina fire, cause under investigationFour boats, including a yacht, were moved to the hard deck due to damage.06 Mar 10:05 PM
New Zealand‘Desperate need’: Calls grow for Pāpāmoa East community hubA Pāpāmoa East centre needs to be prioritised, a reverend says. 06 Mar 07:59 PM
New Zealand‘Prime land’: University strikes $1.38m deal to lease public reserve for 99 yearsIt plans to build a marine research and education facility.05 Mar 09:00 PM
New Zealand‘Thuds’ from man's punches as he attacked ex-partner heard by golfer 50m awayA man was playing golf when he heard screaming; he looked up and saw a woman being beaten.27 Feb 07:00 AM
New ZealandMarine precinct sale could cause ‘irreversible harm’, court toldTauranga City Council says it is not obliged to provide facilities for working boats.26 Feb 05:24 PM
New ZealandCouncil cans waterfront walkway, projects 12.5% rates riseMayor Mahe Drysdale says the council's budget is a 'ceiling ... not a target'.24 Feb 08:06 PM
New ZealandHopes for more homes, more jobs in regional dealWestern Bay of Plenty hopes to secure one of the Government's sought-after regional deals.23 Feb 06:40 PM
