New ZealandPerson seriously injured at Mount Maunganui wharvesAn ambulance was called about 9.17am. 20 Feb 11:28 PM
New ZealandFormer chief executive to return to Western Bay councilA familiar face will take the Western Bay of Plenty District Council's top job. 18 Feb 07:00 PM
New Zealand$60m BoP bridge and interchange to boost economyIndustrial development Rangiuru Business Park near Te Puke has reached a major milestone.14 Feb 05:30 AM
New ZealandGuidelines set for part-sale of regional council’s port sharesCouncil's sale of Port of Tauranga shares to create an 'endowment fund' for the community.13 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandThe inspiring climb: Community rallies for local woman battling cancerA Tauranga woman with a "big belly of tumours" is running out of options.12 Feb 09:49 PM
New Zealand‘Fear and anxiety’ for locals fed up with beach partiesBeach parties and drinking in public have Mount locals calling for a full liquor ban.12 Feb 06:02 PM
New ZealandTauranga Mayor still doesn’t live in city, 7 months after winning electionMayor Mahé Drysdale says it's "very challenging” finding a suitable home in Tauranga.10 Feb 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFake kiwifruit crackdown: Zespri imposters in China get jail time, finesThe sentences were over counterfeit Zespri labels.10 Feb 09:32 PM
New ZealandFirefighters tackle 12-hour climb for charityFirefighters will climb Mauao for 12 hours to raise funds for a good cause.09 Feb 03:55 PM
New ZealandWhy fast-growing schools are having to say 'No' to new students'The ministry won’t give you more buildings if you have too many out-of-zone enrolments.'06 Feb 04:03 PM
New ZealandMāori ward race gets under wayNominations have opened for Tauranga's Te Awanui ward byelection.05 Feb 04:03 PM
New ZealandTauranga’s first Māori ward councillor resignsHe was elected in July but has not been able to take up the role due to illness.31 Jan 06:47 AM
New ZealandPolice name woman who died at Pilot BayLaushaun Ying Soon died at Pilot Bay in early January.31 Jan 06:11 AM
New Zealand'Massive revitalisation’: The new builds changing the face of TaurangaTauranga's city centre is seeing a massive revitalisation for private and public projects.29 Jan 04:03 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDug down, walls now rising for $400m Mount Maunganui retirement villageA giant sandpile sits at the centre of the site where perimeter walls have been built.28 Jan 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Selfish motivation’: Director’s passion for Tauranga’s museum journey'I want to be part of building something completely new for a city that’s never had one.'24 Jan 11:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Started from nothing’: From cleaning flats to running a holiday home businessThe 'boutique' business manages holiday homes in Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa.24 Jan 03:18 AM
New Zealand'I decided to do it for me': Why council boss quitHe says being in chief executive roles for 10 years “takes its toll”.23 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandCouncil chief executive quits'He has guided our council during a time of significant change.'22 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandCostly deception: Man’s crime spree with former bosses’ fuel cards, accountsJudge: He took advantage of the kindness of a former employer and then stole from them.20 Jan 05:00 PM
TravelBest Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 surf beaches – how to vote for the winnerThe results are in for NZ's top 10 surf beaches – vote for your favourite now.20 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessE-motorcycle firm collapse: Anxious customers, Crown agency owed $400kCan the electric biker maker still go postal? Crown agency owed $400,000.20 Jan 03:48 AM
Super Rugby'No other venue capable': How a 'cherished' cricket oval nabbed a Super Rugby matchOval game shows need for rectangular stadium, says one of the region's biggest rugby fans.19 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandChiefs return to Tauranga for cricket ground clashThe Chiefs are heading to play there on Anzac Day.15 Jan 06:31 PM
New ZealandThe NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.10 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandIwi leader explains why no rāhui issued after Pilot Bay deathA person was pulled from the water unresponsive on Thursday.09 Jan 10:55 PM
New ZealandScientist's warning to swimmers after BoP shark sightingsSafeswim posted red flag warnings at BoP beaches on Thursday.09 Jan 09:27 PM
New ZealandMount Maunganui beach evacuated by two-metre sharkIt is the latest in a flurry of shark sightings across NZ beaches this summer.09 Jan 03:24 AM
New ZealandWater death: Person pulled unresponsive from Pilot BayEmergency services were notified just before 8.20am.09 Jan 12:23 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Rollercoaster year': Entrepreneurs share their highs and lowsNew products and international expansion are on the cards for the two businesses.08 Jan 01:30 AM
New ZealandRoad closures: Triathlon event to shut eastbound lanes on toll roadEastbound lanes closed for Tauranga Half Triathlon, best viewing on Marine Parade.08 Jan 12:05 AM
New ZealandHow Noel Harris went from legendary jockey to mentor extraordinaireHe has been recognised in the 2025 New Year Honours.03 Jan 01:05 AM
New Zealand'Silliness': Incidents prompt warning for beachgoers in 'most dangerous month'Holidaymakers urged to stay cautious; lifeguards report manageable issues.02 Jan 04:03 AM
New ZealandOlympian Mahé Drysdale reflects on first months as Tauranga mayor'We haven’t found a house yet - the housing crisis is real.'02 Jan 01:53 AM
