New Zealand'Dirty cash grab': Councillor blasts congestion charging proposalCouncillors concerned about impact of congestion charges on residents' stretched finances.29 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandUncle leads byelection race to become Māori ward councillorHemi Rolleston looks set to fill the seat vacated by his nephew due to illness.29 Apr 04:54 AM
New Zealand'Frankly despicable': Judge condemns vigilante actionsPatrick Moloney, 19, admitted to assault and harmful communication charges.29 Apr 02:33 AM
New ZealandCrane barge removal under way after capsizing at Tauranga marinaThe barge capsized on March 31 in Tauranga Bridge Marina.28 Apr 08:58 PM
New ZealandRugby player in ICU after serious head clash on Anzac DayThe rugby community has rallied, offering immense support to Joey Ah-Sui's family.28 Apr 07:43 PM
New ZealandMotorists back to 100km/h speed limit on SH30 Whakatāne-RotoruaA widower has mixed feelings about the change after losing his wife in a 2019 crash.28 Apr 07:43 PM
New ZealandHawks back into top six in NBLThe Hawks have hit the halfway stage of the NBL with six wins and five losses.28 Apr 04:57 AM
New ZealandOne injured after car hits tree in Pyes PāOne vehicle has crashed and the road remains open.28 Apr 03:03 AM
New ZealandNew bus stop bays open in TaurangaSix new bus stop bays opened today in Tauranga’s city centre.28 Apr 01:27 AM
New Zealand'Extremely concerning': Liquor stores caught selling booze to minorsFive liquor stores in and around Tauranga have been caught selling booze to minors.27 Apr 08:58 PM
New ZealandPower outages reported around TaurangaPower cuts hit 43 properties in Papamoa this morning.27 Apr 06:06 PM
New ZealandTauranga sailor Tom Saunders claims silver in FranceTom Saunders took home a silver medal in the ILCA 7 at the French Olympic.27 Apr 04:04 AM
New Zealand'Huge step forward': New rural 'community base' for PāpāmoaIts mission is to 'serve the community' for recreational and educational purposes.27 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga marks 161st anniversary of Battle of Gate Pā with special serviceThe service marks 161 years since the Battle of Pukehinahina-Gate Pā.26 Apr 11:04 PM
LifestyleRebecca Gibney on embracing new challenges: 'I just don’t wanna stagnate'The beloved actress is currently on TV screens in Three's comedy Happiness. 26 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandCollege 'acted unreasonably' in handling historical sexual abuse complaint - OmbudsmanEx-Tauranga Boys' College student said his teacher asked him to perform bondage on him.26 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand66-year-old runner returns to compete in iconic mountain eventJanet Baird, 66, is training for her first Mauao King & Queen of the Mountain.26 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Beautiful buildings': College undergoes major transformationA $47m redevelopment was announced in 2018 for 57 teaching spaces.26 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Kiwi dream': Designer's unique holiday home hits the big screenFifteen years has been dedicated to the design and build of The Chodge in South Waikato.25 Apr 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Far-reaching and devastating': Meth use has surged in this part of NZ as prices dropPolice attribute increased drug use to greater availability and lower prices.25 Apr 05:03 PM
Super RugbySecond-straight second-half surge powers Chiefs past Western ForceClayton McMillan’s side continue to set the pace in Super Rugby Pacific.25 Apr 09:00 AM
New ZealandSome like it hot - chilli champ faces Tauranga spice showdownThe Tauranga event starts at noon, with the chilli eating contest at 4pm.25 Apr 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Very moving day': Anzac services across the Bay honour sacrificeThe Mount Maunganui cenotaph drew a large crowd for the 2025 Anzac dawn service.25 Apr 02:20 AM
New ZealandFusion of Māori storytelling and circus arts in new theatre tourThe show blends te reo Māori with stunning circus theatre.25 Apr 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Golden opportunity': 56ha of 'prime farmland' rezoned, approved for developmentMore than 450 homes could be built on the land.25 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Dramatic video footage captures Taupō mum's 50m cliff fallLouisa Redward, 43, wanted to thank the emergency services staff who rescued her.24 Apr 09:13 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Why we should introduce universal military serviceOPINION: Call for universal military service amid rising defence costs.24 Apr 06:57 PM
New ZealandTurning 100 on Anzac Day: From choirboy to wartime signalman shadowing HitlerLives depended on short and long beeps – dots and dashes. 24 Apr 06:02 PM
New ZealandKnitted poppy display to honour Anzac Day at Tauranga RSAThe Anzac Day service and parade will begin at 5.45am next to the Tauranga RSA Cenotaph.24 Apr 04:55 PM
New Zealand'We’re gonna kick a**': Steamroller stars ready for Chiefs showdownThe Festival of Disability Sport will feature eight wheelchair rugby teams.24 Apr 04:50 PM
New Zealand‘Disgusting’: Cow guts dumped by beach highwayA cyclist found the cattle remains near Te Ahiaua Reserve on Tuesday morning.24 Apr 05:27 AM
New ZealandRSA merger amid falling membership marks end of an era for TaurangaThe Tauranga RSA has been part of the city since December 12, 1918.24 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandWorld War II veteran to celebrate 100th birthday at Tauranga Anzac service World War II veteran John Clark is set to mark his 100th birthday on Anzac Day.23 Apr 11:46 PM
New ZealandCricket stumps to rugby posts: Chiefs to make Super Rugby history at Bay OvalSamisoni Taukei’aho will make his 100th Super Rugby appearance in this match.23 Apr 11:20 PM
