New ZealandHow two councils formed an uneasy water partnershipOne voted 6-4 to proceed with the partnership as councillors raised concerns about trust.07 Apr 06:37 PM
New ZealandWestern Bay revaluations: How your area did, and looking aheadA local valuer explains how the fuel crisis could impact the property market recovery.06 Apr 02:54 AM
New ZealandTwo Bay councils make 'landmark' water decision after long debateTauranga and Western Bay to form water organisation – with Thames-Coromandel keen to join.02 Apr 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Health hazard': Anger at delay in removal of dumped asbestos near city water source12 Mar 02:06 AM
PremiumNew ZealandNot here: Locals block plan to build new medical centre on public reserve10 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandWestern Bay severe storm relief fund tops $200kWestern Bay Emergency Response Fund donations top $200,000, include $100,000 from Zespri.04 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandState of emergency lifted as Bay moves to recoveryA local transition period now runs until March 4 to support ongoing recovery.04 Feb 01:15 AM
New ZealandStudent volunteers help Waihī Beach cafe and gym hit by flood damageSurf Shack lost $22,500 of food and faces total damage in the tens of thousands.02 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandWestern Bay storm damage: What it means for homes, businesses, and districtLong recovery for the Western Bay of Plenty after a deadly storm, with major damage.01 Feb 09:13 PM
New Zealand'No structural concern': Sinkhole opens near bridge in Welcome BayRepairs are underway today, with detours and delays expected for motorists.01 Feb 04:28 AM
New ZealandFamily displaced by landslide 'lucky' to find new homeTheir former Pāpāmoa rental remains red-stickered and is unsafe to enter.29 Jan 03:30 AM
New Zealand'Nowhere to live': Home of family forced to flee deadly slip red-stickeredThe landslide narrowly missed mum Becks Smith's bedroom in the Welcome Bay Rd rental.26 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity centre opens as Bay mourns deathsHe Maimai Aroha is a place where people can come to grieve together.25 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga man dies in Poripori water hole incidentThe person is the second local to die at the swimming spot in as many summers.12 Jan 05:28 AM
New ZealandRoaming dog reports rise 80% in district'Unrestrained animals in our communities are posing a threat to people daily.'07 Dec 08:12 PM
New ZealandNew Bethlehem College Ōmokoroa primary school plannedThe primary school is expected to open by 2029, next door to the new preschool.27 Nov 07:35 PM
New ZealandJames Denyer sworn in as Western Bay Mayor again after 'toughest' term'It has not been easy, and yet there’s much still ahead of us.'05 Nov 05:21 AM
New ZealandVoter turnout up despite council's $70k cut to election spendingVoting bins at supermarkets saw strong support and boosted last-day returns.22 Oct 03:29 AM
New ZealandDenyer confirmed as Western Bay mayor after final countVoter turnout was 38.06%, slightly up from 37.6% in 2022. 17 Oct 02:25 AM
New Zealand'Every emotion': Candidate in close race describes tense 48-hour update waitKat Macmillan overturned a five-vote deficit to lead Andrew von Dadelszen by 192 votes.13 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandUpdated election results increase lead for DenyerThe results show just one change for the Western Bay of Plenty.12 Oct 08:33 PM
New Zealand'Really overwhelming': First-time Māori ward councillor reacts to poll resultDarlene Dinsdale says she has three years to ensure Māori voices are heard.12 Oct 04:00 AM
New ZealandWestern Bay mayor starts second term with focus on change and water reformsA regional deal could unlock funding for key housing and road projects.12 Oct 01:58 AM
New Zealand'It was worth it': After challenging term, Tapsell wins Rotorua in landslideThe mayor says she's ready to lead Rotorua again after first-term 'hate and threats'.12 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandJames Denyer re-elected as Western Bay MayorDenyer said he was “extremely happy and relieved” to be re-elected.11 Oct 05:50 AM
New ZealandLocal elections: Your last-minute voting guideVoting closes at midday Saturday, with results expected from 2pm.09 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandSmaller Bay of Plenty districts lead in voter turnout'Embarrassing' dancing and more social media focus are among tactics used to boost voting.07 Oct 09:42 PM
New ZealandFamily who fought council over unconsented dwelling have 'significant change of heart'They originally claimed they should be able to do whatever they wanted with their land.27 Sep 12:00 AM
