New ZealandRural community 'in shock' as industrial park greenlitIt will add up to 125 vehicle movements an hour on local roads.16 Jul 09:04 PM
New Zealand'Some of the worst we’ve seen': Huge pile of concrete dumped illegallyCleaning up the concrete and other waste is expected to cost between $25,000 and $30,000.12 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandThe amalgamation debate: Mayor claims 'no one’s prepared to act'Tauranga mayor wants 'tough' conversations now. Where do the 3 other BoP leaders stand?09 Jul 09:20 PM
New Zealand'God-given right': Family defends largely unconsented homestead on rural land04 Jul 08:45 PM
New Zealand'Game-changer': Western BoP a step closer to Govt deal unlocking housing, jobs02 Jul 09:05 PM
New Zealand'Feared she'd lost half of her face': Mother's distress at dog attack on young girl10 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandDogs euthanised after fatal attack on boy weren’t ‘menacing’ breedsThree dogs were seized from the scene after Timothy Tu’uaki Rolleston-Bryan's death.02 Apr 06:06 PM
New ZealandStrokes of inspiration? Mayors Mahé and James hit the waterHouseholds could save up to $5000 if councils collaborate on water services.02 Apr 04:03 PM
New Zealand‘Island in the wilderness’: Proposed boundary shift sparks concernResidents say the proposed boundaries ignore local geographic ties.01 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandNan’s ‘unbearable’ grief after 4yo moko killed by dogsHe was her 'last connection' to her late daughter, a Givealittle page says.01 Apr 04:26 AM
New ZealandThree dogs euthanised after fatal attack on 4-year-old childThe breeds of the dogs have not been 'fully confirmed'.31 Mar 01:57 AM
New ZealandLGxit: Another council legs it from LGNZWestern Bay of Plenty Mayor James Denyer highlighted LGNZ's support for elected members.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPumice quarry owners, land owner fined $272k for consent breachesPaengaroa pumice quarry and landowner fined $272,000 for resource consent breaches.12 Mar 07:59 PM
New ZealandHopes for more homes, more jobs in regional dealWestern Bay of Plenty hopes to secure one of the Government's sought-after regional deals.23 Feb 06:40 PM
New ZealandFormer chief executive to return to Western Bay councilA familiar face will take the Western Bay of Plenty District Council's top job. 18 Feb 07:00 PM
New ZealandLakes mates: Neighbours team up for regional deal bid'Working with our friends down the road.' 18 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand$60m BoP bridge and interchange to boost economyIndustrial development Rangiuru Business Park near Te Puke has reached a major milestone.14 Feb 05:30 AM
New Zealand'Massive revitalisation’: The new builds changing the face of TaurangaTauranga's city centre is seeing a massive revitalisation for private and public projects.29 Jan 04:03 PM
New ZealandAuckland Anniversary Day: Should the Bay of Plenty ditch it for its own day?Why does most of the North Island celebrate Auckland Anniversary Day?26 Jan 04:06 PM
New ZealandCouncil chief executive quits'He has guided our council during a time of significant change.'22 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandThe NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.10 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours: Bay of Plenty, Coromandel, Taupō recipients namedPlus - we ask why one city, unusually, has no honourees on this year's list.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCity considers installing fluoride-free water tap at the borderSupplying unfluoridated water to Tauranga locals will be discussed at a meeting on Monday.08 Dec 03:03 AM
New Zealand'Too old': Local board chairman claims 'ageism' forced him to quit the roleThe Waihī Beach Community Board chairman stepped down at a tense meeting.05 Dec 12:25 AM
New ZealandCommunity boards facing axeWestern Bay of Plenty District could have fewer councillors to vote for next election.22 Nov 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Waste of money': Should more than $500k in unused rates have been refunded?A majority in the community wanted the money back, but the council chose to reallocate it.07 Nov 09:45 PM
New ZealandThe NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.16 Oct 07:09 PM
New Zealand$1.9b for transport: Where it will be spent in Bay of PlentyCash boost part of $32.9b National Land Transport Programme for 2024-2027.05 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandKaituna's first waka in a centuryA pilot project looks to foster reconnection with the awa.03 Sep 06:30 PM