New ZealandRegional Council election spending revealedStuart Crosby got in, but others who spent thousands failed to win.18 Feb 11:08 PM
New ZealandEngineers identify 42 slips on Mauao walking tracksTwelve of the slips are classed as severe, needing complex, long‑term work.18 Feb 09:21 PM
New Zealand'Full circle': No housing for Parau Farms as city reverts to sports field plan 'We can do housing better elsewhere,' Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale says.18 Feb 08:00 PM
OpinionKevin Trenberth: What northern NZ’s wet and sticky summer reveals about our warming atmosphereOPINION: On February 2, Whangaparaoa sweltered at 24C with 98% relative humidity.18 Feb 05:00 PM
TravelHow to make the absolute most of Tauranga in 12 hoursFrom waterfront walks to Matariki carvings, the city centre stays scenic.18 Feb 02:24 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating alleged cordon breaches want help to identify three peopleThe alleged breaches were on Wednesday, February 11 and Sunday, February 15.18 Feb 12:46 AM
LeagueKiwis star Briton Nikora puts hand up for Queensland after Origin rule changeThe Kiwis forward now qualifies for Queensland under revamped Origin rules.18 Feb 12:31 AM
New ZealandTime Warp again: Riff Raff statue back where Rocky Horror story beganA global audience tuned in to the live cam as Hamilton celebrated the statue's return.17 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandHomicide investigation launched after man’s body found in Tauranga parkA Monday post-mortem led police to treat the death as a homicide.17 Feb 10:17 PM
New ZealandMan charged after alleged early-morning Mount landslide cordon breachMāori Wardens helped police locate the man at the unstable landslide site.17 Feb 07:52 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyRetirement giants step up building as Metlifecare eyes sharemarket returnNew village opens, land bought for another, speculation on stock exchange relistings.17 Feb 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPolice chief Tim Anderson on Mount landslide grief, leadership and his new jobWith 32 years in the police, he is known for plain speaking and empathy.17 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandFaulty cylinder blamed for Mount Maunganui house fireA faulty hot water cylinder caused extensive fire damage to a Mount Maunganui home.17 Feb 02:33 AM
New ZealandRuns in the family: The youngest Ruthe’s challenge to brother SamAt just 14, Daisy Ruthe won the NZ under-20 women’s 3000m in 9:46.56. 17 Feb 12:04 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'More rain, stronger winds': Have we had our last classic Kiwi summer?Eleven people have died in this summer’s storms, including six campers.16 Feb 10:21 PM
PremiumPremiumAthleticsEggs, Putin and Commonwealth ambition: The daily routine powering teen sensation Sam RutheSam Ruthe's opened up on his diet, routine and habits.16 Feb 10:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Big milestone': $100m retirement village expansion nears completionMore than 100 apartments and care suites will open in March.16 Feb 08:10 PM
EntertainmentKiwi actors star in Heathers the Musical Performers from Auckland and Tauranga land lead roles after tough audition process.16 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'This isn’t a Botox regime': 'Young' police chief takes charge in Bay of PlentyAt 39, Superintendent Will Loughrin now leads the district.16 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandInside Waikato University's 'ambitious plans' to grow Tauranga campusPlans include property buys, 300 new student beds, more staff and more programmes.15 Feb 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerEarnings clues: Where to look for real signs the economy is turning the cornerFreightways, Port of Tauranga and Summerset offer clues on broader demand.15 Feb 03:00 PM
New Zealand'I felt utterly destroyed': Woman's life changed after being strangled by jealous ex'My world was very small for a long time after the incident and I couldn’t function.'14 Feb 11:00 PM
Politics'Joy and grief': Local MP opens up on his wedding held after Mount Maunganui tragedyThe MP had to abandon wedding planning to support his community amid the tragedy.14 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandThe Taupō cop who has responded to some of the worst disasters in NZ & around the globe'I am there to do a good job for those grieving families.'14 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: AI-generated fake news on social media is dangerous and unethicalOPINION: False images of events like the Mount Maunganui slip are a threat to democracy.14 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWild weather: Firefighters prepare for a heavier deluge tomorrowAttention turns now to the East Coast, with heavy rain and warnings heading into Sunday.14 Feb 05:06 AM
New ZealandAndy Belcher: Photographer who said ‘Yes’ to lifeObituary for The Weekend Sun on photographer Andrew Edward Belcher13 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: Willis gambles on fiscal credibility as National’s election trump cardOPINION: Nicola Willis has set a 2028-29 surplus goal and a 40% net debt track.13 Feb 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Painful recovery': Mount businesses call for urgent financial helpTwo owners call for more council and government support.13 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'High and very-high risk': The Auckland suburbs most vulnerable to landslidesRisk is 'locked-in' where homes were built before landslide risk was recognised - expert.13 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'They have never done it': Top doctor fears no action on child abuse after Malachi Subecz's deathPaediatrician Patrick Kelly says past governments have never delivered on training.13 Feb 04:41 AM
New ZealandLeaving 'happy place': Residents tearful as council evacuates camp over landslide risk'It's absolutely devastating. Financially, just a massive, massive blow, I tell you.'13 Feb 02:29 AM
New Zealand'Entirely flawed': Regional councillors hit back at government reformsBay of Plenty councillors criticise government’s local reform, seek stronger Māori voice.12 Feb 11:09 PM
New ZealandCould a $315k one-way fix solve Mount Maunganui street's parking squeeze?One resident says more parks needed, but council's one-way idea is not the right option.12 Feb 08:30 PM
