New ZealandWeapons and dangerous driving charges after incident outside courtPolice appeal for video footage.20 Mar 08:14 PM
New ZealandMongrel Mob boss Steven Taiatini's death: Name suppression for murder-accusedTensions were high in the public gallery when the man appeared in court on Tuesday.20 Mar 03:23 AM
New ZealandLoaded guns, 11,000 cannabis plants, 4kg of edibles seized in raid on gang landsPolice arrested 25 people in the five-day operation.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCrash with car kills motorcyclistThere has been a fatal crash in the Bay of Plenty, killing one.16 Mar 08:05 PM
New Zealand$440m cost: Whakatāne District Council can’t afford to deliver three watersCouncils lack the financial capacity to facilitate three waters.07 Mar 05:15 AM
New ZealandWhakaari: Island's owners say they have no insurance to fund victims' reparationsTwenty-two people died and 25 others were injured when the island erupted in 2019.04 Mar 07:25 PM
New ZealandRees and West battle in North Waikato Superbike finaleMitch Rees ready to give the superbike title "another crack" next season.04 Mar 04:30 AM
New ZealandWhakaari/White Island: Tour company cannot afford $517k fine, likely to closeTwenty-two people died and 25 others were injured when the island erupted in 2019.03 Mar 06:14 PM
New ZealandWhakaari eruptions victims awarded more than $10m in reparationsTwenty-two people died in the eruption and 25 others were injured in 2019.01 Mar 12:17 AM
New ZealandGNS Science pushes for lower fine over Whakaari failingsThe sentencing hearing will return for the judge’s decision this afternoon.29 Feb 07:06 PM
New ZealandWhakaari tour companies maintain they were misled by WorkSafe, other govt agenciesResearch institute GNS Science will be sentenced separately today.28 Feb 06:34 PM
New ZealandYoung rider to be remembered with special Hampton Downs tributeHampton Downs event to include a special tribute to a fallen champion.28 Feb 02:43 AM
New ZealandWhakaari defendant seeks up to 55pc reduction in fine for guilty pleaCourt hears more from the victims, families and lawyers at the second day of sentencing.27 Feb 07:27 PM
New Zealand‘You cannot mend a mother’s broken heart’: White Island victim's mum speaks of griefVictims and family members address the court before the hearing moved into its next phase.27 Feb 01:43 AM
New ZealandWhakaari eruption victims’ families - ‘I feel like a victim of negligence’Richard Elzer's family speak at the Auckland District Court sentencing.26 Feb 06:04 PM
New ZealandPain of son's death at Whakaari 'never goes away'Family of 23-year-old tour guide broke down in tears as they spoke in court.26 Feb 02:49 AM
New ZealandWhakaari survivors to tell of life-changing effects of tragedySentencing of companies guilty of safety failings starts today.25 Feb 08:45 PM
KahuFuneral Guides collective helps whānau cut costsWhakatāne-based group aims to help whānau reclaim traditional death-care practises.19 Feb 09:55 PM
New Zealand'Tears' on the start line: Athlete finishes 243km race to celebrate transplant'As long as I finish it, that was the goal.'19 Feb 02:11 AM
New ZealandTeen surfer rides wave of success with three in a rowThe second round of this year's Billabong Grom Series at Whangamatā had a few surprises.12 Feb 07:04 PM
New ZealandMuggy nights: Major retailer running low on fans as temperatures soarRecords tumble after 'very hot month' across Bay of Plenty.08 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandThey gave her a new liver as a baby - 30 years later she's racing 243km to celebrate'Despite everything I’ve been through with my health, look how far I’ve come.'06 Feb 08:29 PM
New ZealandCommunity meeting held in living room, council warned to stop 'wasteful spending'The meeting, held in a community watchdog's living room, was standing room only.06 Feb 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patientsIt comes as assaults on staff at Bay of Plenty hospitals have been rising.28 Jan 10:34 PM
New Zealand'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patientsShe is calling for the "long-term" increase of extra security guards at hospitals.28 Jan 08:39 PM
New Zealand'Significant height': Two people rescued after separate fallsBusy weekend for the Aerocool Rescue Helicopter.22 Jan 12:38 AM
New ZealandSpectacular sight as luxury ship docks off BoP coastHopefully, it's just the beginning for boutique cruise liners to come to Whakatāne.18 Jan 12:37 AM
New Zealand'Emergency': How getting strep throat led to three open-heart surgeries'I wouldn’t want anyone to go through it'.17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRoad blocked, power out, after car crashes into power poleOne person received minor injuries in the Bay of Plenty crash.17 Jan 04:03 AM
New ZealandMystery boat a ‘blight’ on small town’s main streetSome residents have come to see the vessel as an eyesore and a potential danger.10 Jan 02:50 AM
New ZealandCherished pets reportedly killed by roaming dogs over holiday periodWhakatāne District Council impounded over 500 roaming dogs in its last financial year.09 Jan 04:36 AM
New ZealandCheck your tickets! Three BOP Lotto players win $19kThirteen Lotto players nationally won the Second Division prize money.06 Jan 09:44 PM
New ZealandVisitors return to holiday camps hit by Cyclone GabrielleHoliday parks in Gisborne Tai Rāwhiti are having one of their best summers.06 Jan 02:08 AM
New ZealandKaimai crash kills Whakatāne couple, 4-year-old son survives'It’s going to hurt him for a long time ... for two young lives to be taken so tragically'03 Jan 04:38 AM
