New ZealandPolice appeal for help to piece together dead man's last momentsPolice are appealing for help piecing together the last moments of the life of a Tauranga man whose body was found in surf at Mount Maunganui Main Beach.20 Jul 08:00 PM
New ZealandBody washes up at Mount beachA reporter at the scene said the body looks to be a man of average size build, fully clothed in dark clothing.19 Jul 08:00 PM
MotorsportRallying computer aid is global hitMount Maunganui-based Monit Rally Computers is exporting its specialised rally-driving electronics equipment to more than 26 countries 19 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Shopkeeper's terrifying ordealDramatic footage of a terrifying robbery that left a shopkeeper traumatised has been released as police hunt for the offenders.18 Jul 07:19 PM
BusinessCouple to seek compo over sea view lossA Tauranga couple who lost their sea view after a real estate agent failed to tell them about a neighbour's plans will appeal.18 Jul 06:25 PM
New ZealandTraumatic robbery caught on videoPolice are today still searching for the hammer-wielding man and his accomplice involved in traumatic aggravated robbery in Tauranga last night.18 Jul 03:07 AM
New ZealandArmed robbery at Tauranga dairyTwo mask-wearing men have robbed a Cameron Rd dairy armed with a hammer.17 Jul 05:56 AM
New ZealandPlane lands safely in Waihi paddockThe plane at the centre of this morning's mid-air drama over the Bay of Plenty has landed safely.11 Jul 11:06 PM
New ZealandStudent off to Asia on the PMWhen most 16-year-olds were figuring out the NCEA system and counting up credits, Tauranga-born Jolene Skeen was off to university.11 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocals: Sisters give bikes to deserving pupilsTwo bay pupils now have another way to stay fit and active after being surprised with bikes thanks to the generosity of Tauranga's 11 Jul 01:43 AM
New ZealandTauranga Lotto punter 'stunned' with $19k winThey missed out on scooping the historic $40 million Lotto prize but a Mount Maunganui winner was still "stunned" when they unwittingly claimed almost $20,000.10 Jul 08:00 PM
EntertainmentStars to celebrate Bob Marley in concertSome of NZ's biggest musical stars will come together in Tauranga to pay homage to Bob Marley with an outdoor concert at the end of this year.10 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleTrees hooked on crochet in GreertonLike the suburb's residents, the trees in Greerton, Tauranga are rugged up in winter woollies.10 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandJoggers see fire, raise alarm early (+video)An electrical fault in an external air conditioning unit is suspected to have caused a fire that damaged the Bayfair branch of physiotherapy business Body in Motion.07 Jul 11:16 PM
PropertyStruggling children to reap retail benefitsThe future looks brighter for Kiwi kids living in hardship in Tauranga and Auckland thanks to the announcement of a new partnership 06 Jul 11:38 PM
New Zealand$34m a big draw for Tauranga Lotto puntersTonight's $34 million Powerball draw is one of the largest prizes in New Zealand history and punters are hitting the shops in droves for their chance to win.05 Jul 07:47 PM
New ZealandSuperGold cardholders take fight to ParliamentTauranga Grey Power members will be among those presenting a petition to Parliament today to halt the changes to the SuperGold Card by the Government.04 Jul 07:16 PM
New ZealandPrincipals seek clarity on disciplineSchool principals uncertain about their right to discipline international students have asked the Ministry of Education to clear up confusion.04 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelRoad trip: Comfort on the CoromandelA beach trip is sometimes best mid-winter. Tim Roxborogh goes in search of the sun.02 Jul 11:21 PM
New ZealandFlu shots 'no-brainer' for those at riskA Tauranga mother whose 2-year-old was hospitalised with the flu is warning others to get vaccinated - especially those with respiratory illness.30 Jun 11:30 PM
New ZealandMan accused of murdering 3-month-oldMan appeared in Tauranga Court charged with the murder of three-month-old baby Richard Uddin.29 Jun 12:05 AM
New ZealandRiver, the rescued pup, sure has grownRiver, the puppy saved by a Bay primary school student last year, has settled in with her rescuer's family and grown into a lovable, large dog.28 Jun 01:27 AM
Sport'Weekend from hell' for rugby boyA Mount father says his family has been through a "weekend from hell" after his son suffered a serious neck injury in a secondary school rugby game.27 Jun 08:19 PM
New ZealandMan shot with rifle in TaurangaA man was shot with a rifle in Tauranga last night, police are seeking more information. The mans injuries are not life threatening.23 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandUnease at schools' funding overhaulA new proposed funding scheme for schools and teachers has been likened to 90s bulk-funding and has already received criticism by both the secondary and primary school unions.23 Jun 09:27 PM
New ZealandEx-teacher admits assaulting boysA former teacher has admitted molesting two of his male students at Mount Maunganui College in the 1970s and into 1980.22 Jun 08:43 PM
New ZealandSinger's 'mews' returns after 8 yearsFletcher Oxford was so heartbroken about the disappearance of his cat he performed a song on national TV imploring her to come home - 8 years later, she has.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDame Susan Devoy: Take on more refugeesRace Relations Commission Dame Susan Devoy says NZ needs to take on more refugees to show it is deserving of a seat at the UN Security Council.17 Jun 03:37 AM
BusinessThe avocado bandits pushing up pricesBrazen thieves have been targeting avocado growers in the district, with up to a dozen theft complaints to Western Bay police in the past six weeks.15 Jun 08:19 PM
New ZealandBaby death: Parents face manslaughter chargesThe Bay of Plenty parents accused of causing the death of their 8-month-old baby boy will defend the allegation at a jury trial.14 Jun 11:53 PM
