PremiumPremiumEnergyNew solar energy venture to grow electricity - and foodHalf a million solar panels to be built over 500 hectares of farms.11 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan missing for a week found dead in submerged carThe man was last seen at a function on the evening of April 22.05 May 12:30 AM
New ZealandPolice support officer convicted of drink-drivingCrashing a marked police ute while on duty 'will likely cost him his job'.04 May 11:04 PM
PremiumPremiumEnvironment'We must lead in this space': DHB launch sustainability planThe DHB acknowledged its carbon emissions were "detrimental" to people's health.04 May 11:02 PM
Entertainment'I just ran with it': Recipient of Paddy Gower tattoo nominated by mate'He said: 'Mate, you're getting a tattoo of Paddy Gower, when are you coming in?''04 May 03:05 AM
New Zealand'Devastated': Man killed after falling asleep on highwayColleagues of an Ōpōtiki man killed on Waioeka Rd early Monday morning are devastated.03 May 09:03 PM
EntertainmentTattoo tribute to Patrick Gower - there's just one little problemTattooist admits spelling 'faux pas' will now need to be corrected at second session.02 May 11:07 PM
New ZealandPedestrian struck and killed near ŌpōtikiThe incident was reported to police at 4.53am.02 May 07:36 PM
New ZealandMultimillion-dollar Ōpōtiki harbour project under wayMore than 1225 direct jobs will be created in the Ōpōtiki district from PDU investment.30 Apr 02:00 AM
KahuDisgruntled Tuhoe hapū protest outside Taneatua HQ'It's sobering our so-called leaders keep behaving the way they are.'27 Apr 07:34 PM
New ZealandAll councillors now sit on Bay of Plenty Māori committeeBefore a vote earlier this month, only seven of the 14 councillors sat on the committee.23 Apr 02:04 AM
KahuWatch: Kiri Allan in good spirits as she undergoes chemo for cervical cancer'Encourage your sisters, your mothers, your daughters, your friends, #SmearYourMea.'19 Apr 05:14 AM
New ZealandSlug love: Kiwi goes viral with 'Blue Dragon' sea slugIf you want more followers on Tik Tok, film a cool-looking sea slug.19 Apr 01:39 AM
New ZealandTeen's horrific beating of kitten; SPCA, police launch investigationThe video shows the defenceless kitten being kicked by a young boy.15 Apr 02:46 AM
New ZealandReports that Whakatāne Mill in discussions with potential buyerMill staff, unions and other necessary stakeholders were updated at a meeting yesterday.14 Apr 12:38 AM
New ZealandHoliday park residents claim eviction, council denies they're being kicked outResidents say they're being kicked out but council denies anyone has been asked to leave.08 Apr 10:37 PM
New ZealandMan dies in water incident at Ōhope BeachThe man was pulled from the water but died in spite of medical attention.08 Apr 03:01 AM
New ZealandSupport flows after MP diagnosed with cancerA Labour MP has revealed she has been diagnosed with stage three cervical cancer.05 Apr 08:59 PM
New Zealand'Bloody stoked': Three-hour struggle to reel in marlinGreg Potter did not know he would become the third Kiwi to land a marlin from a kayak.31 Mar 03:27 AM
KahuRua Kēnana taonga returns home ahead of symposiumTears flowed as a taonga with whakapapa to Tuhoe prophet Rua Kēnana was returned home.30 Mar 11:48 PM
KahuMāori agribusiness: Good crowd at top dairy farm visitPouarua Farm is one of the three finalists of the prestigious competition.25 Mar 08:20 PM
New ZealandThree people charged with murder of Whakatāne manPolice have charged three people with the murder of the 31-year-old Whakatane man.25 Mar 06:46 PM
New ZealandArtist astonished as 'Gollyville' quilt pulled from exhibition after complaintThe Arts and Crafts Society president received a letter of complaint over the quilt.24 Mar 08:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGuns, gangs, and hospitals: Nearly 40 people admitted in five yearsMost people were shot in the abdomen but fingers and toes also came into the crosshairs.23 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandQuakes felt in BOP and East CapeThe earthquake struck 120km east of Te Araroa.22 Mar 06:02 PM
New Zealand'Big mess': BOP bach owners may be locked out by Treaty claimsBach owners are concerned they will be locked out of their holiday homes.18 Mar 10:02 PM
New ZealandMore than $5 million spent on Whakaari investigation13 parties have appeared in court facing charges under the Health and Safety at Work Act.18 Mar 08:55 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuJobless by June: Whakatāne mill to close, but MP still hopeful'I'm still hopeful someone from the private sector might see commercial viability.'17 Mar 07:00 PM
New ZealandMill closure: MP calls on region to support affected workersRawiri Waititi has adopted a "Whānau Ora approach" to addressing the mill closure.16 Mar 08:11 PM
Employment'Very tough day': Mill will close, all 210 jobs to goAfter more than 80 years, production will shut down in June.16 Mar 01:57 AM
New Zealand'Small explosions', volcanic tremors rumble White IslandTremor accompanied by 'minor steam-gas bursts/explosions from the active vent area'.15 Mar 01:35 AM
New ZealandUrupa battle: Occupation possible after subdivision granted consentDevelopment of wahi tapu land on Whakatāne's coast could be stalled by iwi occupation.11 Mar 08:01 PM
New ZealandWhite Island victims accused of delaying lawsuitCounteraction from Royal Caribbean cruises stalled as family refuse to answer the door.11 Mar 05:10 PM
