New Zealand'I’ve done it for so long it’s part of me': 50 years as a JPThe octogenarian was 36 years old when he was nominated to serve.13 May 01:33 AM
New ZealandWhat it take to be a fosterer: A couple's five decades of careThe octogenarians have been recognised for their selfless and tireless efforts.13 May 12:50 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Reliant on locums': Region spends $8.6m on outsourced specialists in a year'Higher rates' are paid to attract locums amid staff shortages, the union says.12 May 07:10 PM
New Zealand'Fully involved' garage fire in TaurangaReports of a fire in Bethlehem came in around 12.45am.12 May 07:07 PM
New ZealandSafety concerns for students on SH2 buses'Seems crazy to me that we can have kids standing up on buses possibly going 80km/h.'11 May 05:02 PM
New ZealandRare condition: The 'scary' and 'surreal' moment 18-day-old turned blue'I wouldn’t wish it on anybody,' says his mum.11 May 02:49 AM
RacingFavourite La Crique faces crack field in $100k raceLa Crique aims for a big win in Rotorua after missing NZ Breeders due to hoof issue.10 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Soul-destroying': Nurses 'distraught' about hospital understaffing, says unionData shows 1 in 4 Te Whatu Ora hospital shifts, on average, were understaffed in 2023.10 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWestern Bay households face 13.6pc rates riseThere is a proposal to delay 12 projects.10 May 01:02 AM
New ZealandTauranga teen heading to Europe for MTB World SeriesA Te Puna 17-year-old is one cog closer to achieving his dream.09 May 10:24 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Kick in the guts': Tradies 'poaching' work from locals 'rife' amid slowdown'A high volume of tradies [are] jumping in the ute and trying to grab some of the work'09 May 08:03 AM
New Zealand'Defied the odds': Bay dancers head to worldsTauranga dance studio heading to The World of Dance Competition in LA.09 May 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly generous': Farmer gifts 103ha with panoramic coastal views for regional parkThe generous gift has been called a rarity and 'true legacy' for the Bay of Plenty.09 May 03:31 AM
New ZealandHighly potent synthetic opioid found in second fake tabletN-Desethyletonitazene has now been found in Tauranga, Drug Foundation offering free tests.09 May 01:54 AM
New Zealand'Doesn’t make sense': BOP doctors speak out amid strikesJunior doctors picketed outside hospitals this week.09 May 01:50 AM
New ZealandStaff shortages force closures at Pathlab clinicsClosures were decided once all other options were exhausted, Pathlab says.08 May 05:40 AM
New ZealandFuelling change: End of era for long-running service stationBittersweet atmosphere as loyal patrons called in one final time.07 May 10:44 PM
New Zealand'Shocked and horrified': Pet owner fearful after second cat shot in area'We fear the person responsible for these two shootings could strike again if not caught.'07 May 10:03 PM
KahuRia Hall’s documentary calls for support for Māori māmāThe goal is to revive the awa, their puhinui for birthing in future generations.07 May 07:10 PM
New Zealand'Disengaged': Frustration for parents waiting for new school as lot stays emptyA dad says kids are stuck spending a 'stupid amount of time' on buses to get to school.07 May 05:02 PM
New ZealandTeen mall stabbing accused in court - police allegations revealedThe victim of the alleged incident remains in hospital.07 May 01:04 AM
New ZealandTauranga subdivision needs $400m for roads. Who will pay for it?Tauranga's council could face a 'substantive funding gap' for new roads.06 May 08:35 PM
New ZealandMinister's decision on housing intensification rules 'rational and reasonable'Greater housing density will go ahead in the high-growth areas of Ōmokoroa and Te Puke.06 May 06:20 AM
New ZealandDog latches on to pig's throat in public reserve, teens rush to helpAuthorities are looking for the injured pig and advise people to avoid it.06 May 01:40 AM
New ZealandHorse dies after crash, police issue warningPolice were called to the crash this morning.06 May 01:24 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Common sense finally': Bid to lift building height limits in Mount Maunganui hits hurdleA decision will be made by Tauranga City Council commissioners on May 20.05 May 05:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMark Lister: Currencies and share investingOPINON: Sometimes the moves between currencies can work in your favour.05 May 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Living the life I only dreamed of': How an ADHD diagnosis at 40 changed my lifeBefore the diagnosis, my life was unravelling.04 May 07:53 PM
New Zealand'There's a better way': Why singer Ria Hall wants to be Tauranga's next mayor'I’m not under any illusion that this is not something that’s not big . . . it really is.'04 May 05:01 PM
New ZealandMount Maunganui mall attack: 16yo charged by policePolice have arrested a teenage girl over the incident, attack victim remains stable.04 May 12:12 AM
New ZealandArmed police swarm Mount Maunganui’s Bayfair mallA manhunt is under way after an attack at Mount Maunganui’s Bayfair shopping mall which left a person seriously injured. Video / Samantha MotionWatch03 May 05:48 AM
New ZealandBay of Plenty housing: Bishop rejects panel's recommendationsThe minister's decision opens the door to housing growth in the area.03 May 12:55 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRevealed: Tauranga council’s private cocktail event to ‘celebrate’ cityBut the list of the 150 invitees remains secret, for now.02 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We need a roof over our heads': Distraught renter has to put down family dogAnimal rescue reports big rise in pet surrender applications and dumping at shelters.02 May 05:00 PM
