New ZealandSupermarket's closing store call in Māori goes viralSupermarket posted a video to its TikTok of one of their junior staff speaking in Māori.17 Jun 01:19 AM
New ZealandPolice deployed ahead of memorial ride year on from gang president's deathA number of gang members are expected to attend gathering in eastern Bay of Plenty.07 Jun 04:18 AM
New ZealandKing's Birthday road toll rises to 3 after person struck on Auckland motorwayRoads in both main islands have also been closed today after crashes, police say.03 Jun 06:30 AM
New ZealandŌpōtiki driver dies at scene of crashThe King's Birthday road toll is now two after the fatal accident in the Bay of Plenty.03 Jun 01:38 AM
New ZealandTwo dead in North Island crashes, one seriously injured in the South IslandRoads in both islands have also been closed today after crashes, police say.03 Jun 12:41 AM
KahuNo fast tracking but optimism for marina outcomeAnd jobs will follow, developer says.01 May 02:50 AM
New Zealand'You get the big and the small': Why Kate loves being a rural vet“It’s full on but I’m pretty lucky to go to some neat parts of Bay of Plenty."20 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice allege patrol car rammed in TaurangaFive people have been arrested and charged with a variety of offences.15 Apr 01:36 AM
New ZealandIdentity of man who denies murdering Mob boss revealedA trial date has been set for 2025.10 Apr 04:15 AM
New ZealandMongrel Mob boss Steven Taiatini's death: Name suppression for murder-accusedTensions were high in the public gallery when the man appeared in court on Tuesday.20 Mar 03:23 AM
New ZealandMan charged with murder of Mongrel Mob Barbarians presidentTaiatini was fatally struck by a vehicle on Saint John St in June.18 Mar 07:51 PM
New ZealandMouse poo, dripping seafood juice and undercooked kai - food safety officers' worst NZ findsLocal councils have shared how they go about ensuring food hygiene.11 Feb 03:50 PM
New ZealandDrink-driving principal who crashed into roundabout was four times over limitHe had two previous convictions for drink-driving.15 Nov 10:51 PM
New ZealandTwo men arrested after Bay of Plenty shooting as police crack down on gangsA woman was seriously hurt after multiple shots were fired at cars and houses in Ōpōtiki.03 Nov 10:08 PM
New Zealand'My lungs collapsed... I thought I was going to die': Mum's horror health ordeal'I couldn't get off the bed - I was [spending] 16 to 18 hours in bed. I can barely walk.'03 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandTwo arrests after shooting, gunpoint robbery in Bay of PlentyPolice say they hope the arrests will reassure the community.03 Nov 01:55 AM
KahuBanning gang patches in public will do little - Ōpōtiki mayorDavid Moore says Nat's planned gang patch policy won't work.02 Nov 06:00 PM
New Zealand'I knew it was a gun shot': Ōpōtiki Mayor speaks out on gang violenceHe wants the new Government to deliver more police for his town.25 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Ingrained hatred’: Should warring Mongrel Mob and Black Power be rewarded for good behaviour?An expert makes the suggestion as police crack down on gang violence.24 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandGang crackdown: Weapons, drugs, cash seized by police given special search powersPolice also made two arrests in Ōpōtiki amid gang tensions.24 Oct 02:41 AM
New ZealandMultiple gang-related shootings sparks police investigationA 29-year-old has been arrested in relation to the shootings17 Oct 06:05 AM
New ZealandKirkpatrick says local roots crucial in win over CoffeyEast Coast electorate reverts back to blue with Dana Kirkpatrick's election win.15 Oct 02:03 AM
New Zealand$1m! Small BoP town wins first divisionThe region was in the money again in last night's draw.11 Oct 06:42 PM
New ZealandNew $100 million harbour entrance opensThe entrance has been tested out by visitors and the community.26 Sep 01:51 AM
KahuWorld awaits kapa haka and orchestra's collaborationIt's been a five-year collaboration between composers and the philharmonia.07 Sep 06:58 PM
New ZealandWatch: Incredible footage shows massive slip east of ŌpōtikiThe road has now reopened in both directions via one lane.20 Aug 07:36 PM
New ZealandŌpōtiki gears up for Mataatua secondary kapa haka competitionThe kapa haka competition is set to start today at the Ōhui Domain.09 Aug 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo crashes in Ōpōtiki, one involving pedestrianPolice were called to both incidents this morning.08 Aug 10:10 PM
KahuEast Coast MPs unite to help whānau burialsBurials have been delayed for up to six months because of the water table.07 Aug 07:23 PM
New ZealandThe violent path to a Mongrel Mob boss' deathA series of 'violent incidents' in Ōpōtiki in the preceding days have been uncovered.15 Jul 02:09 AM
New ZealandHouse destroyed by fire in ŌpōtikiThe house was 'well involved' when fire crews arrived.23 Jun 09:32 PM
New ZealandMongrel Mob death: Man charged with attempting to pervert the course of justiceThe 49-year-old was scheduled to appear in Whakatāne District Court today.21 Jun 11:16 PM
KahuDenis O'Reilly: Jones reckons a gang member is effectively a domestic terroristOPINION: Despite what Shane Jones says, the police are doing okay with gangs.21 Jun 08:28 PM