Bay of Plenty TimesCelebration of pilot Denis Hartley’s life later this monthPilot was a significant force behind the Eastland rescue helicopter.14 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFoul language, threats heard before man’s death sparked homicide probeThe man was taken to hospital where he died overnight.14 Jan 06:15 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Massive bang’: Hundreds lose power at Mount MaunganuiPower restored to 531 homes in Mount Maunganui after tree branch hits lines.14 Jan 05:04 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWatch: Traffic tail 15km long as road works on SH2 bite, motorists fumeChipseal works cause heavy traffic, delays between Te Puna and Aongatete.14 Jan 02:12 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesNew year, new job? Farmer switched to stacking shelves - and aims to own a supermarketHe started again at the bottom, and is working his way up.14 Jan 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesTraffic tail15km long: SH2 delays amid roadworksChipseal works cause heavy traffic and delays between Te Puna and Aongatete.Watch14 Jan 12:46 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesHomicide investigation launched after 'altercation' at Thames propertyThe man was taken to hospital where he died overnight.13 Jan 11:04 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Kiwis happy to be underdogs': Surfers ready to compete against legendThe team are excited for tag-team format, aiming to showcase skills against top surfers.13 Jan 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBody found, believed to be missing Tauranga manJarrad Ormsby was last seen in Hamilton on December 19.13 Jan 09:55 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Arduous conditions': Drones identify multiple hotspots at Coromandel fireDrones with thermal imaging equipment has surveyed the Black Jack fireground.13 Jan 07:39 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMore than 22 trees vandalised and removed in one yearMore than 22 trees were damaged so badly over a year they had to be removed.13 Jan 04:05 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNia Glassie's murderer: 'Still using drugs, still being violent'Michael Curtis has served more than 17 years for the murder of Nia Glassie.13 Jan 04:03 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesAsh raises aviation code at Whakaari/White IslandActivity at White Island has increased and minor volcanic ash is being emitted.13 Jan 03:36 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Plan ahead': Major Waikato-BoP roadworks - what you need to knowNZTA says their programme for the remainder of the summer was ambitious.13 Jan 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Tragic’ Hāhei cliff fall: Victim was boy, 13, on holiday with familyTwo young people fell from a cliff in Hāhei; one died, the other was rescued uninjured.12 Jan 10:42 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNZ's hottest town: Locals stay vigilantNiwa recorded the hottest temperatures for December in Kawerau at 34.8C.12 Jan 09:53 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesADHD: The regions where assessments are 'a lot faster' than in other placesA support organisation says it's important to diagnose and treat ADHD 'before it spirals'.12 Jan 09:05 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Challenging': Coromandel fire expected to take several days to put outFour crews and three helicopters return to dampen hotspots.12 Jan 08:45 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Heartbreaking’: Death after fall from Coromandel cliff to be investigated, says mayorTwo young people fell from a cliff; one died, the other was rescued uninjured in Hāhei.12 Jan 08:32 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMajor North Island route closed for two monthsGround temperatures above 13C needed to carry out work.12 Jan 06:23 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Lifesaving efforts': Charity to send 10 more ambulances to Ukraine'It will increase our evacuation and hospital transportation capability significantly.'12 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSchool breakfast volunteers ‘ooze care and aroha’ for tamariki'It’s so rewarding knowing you’re helping make a difference in the children’s lives.'12 Jan 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesIllegal dumping: The items pulled from Tauranga's harbourIllegal dumping harms environment, burdens Tauranga ratepayers financially.11 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFire left Coromandel daytrippers stranded, fearing night in cars without food and waterTwo helicopters and five fire engines are battling the blaze. 11 Jan 07:57 AM
OpinionHunter WellsThe hobby that became an artform: The magic of model railway'You would not want a 5-year-old playing with this.'11 Jan 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesSwimmers urged to stay alert after recent shark sightingsThe warning comes after multiple shark sightings on the North Island's east coast. 10 Jan 09:46 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFormer PM shocked by trampled dotterel breeding groundThe Waihī Beach community is in shock after a series of disturbing vandalism incidents.10 Jan 07:30 PM
LifestyleParalysis to People’s Choice: Ōpōtiki musician’s inspiring journey to successA hunting accident left Hori shaw partially paralysed. Now he's topping the charts.10 Jan 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Worst nightmare': The NZ region with the most fleeing driversMore than 10,000 drivers fled police in New Zealand during 2023.10 Jan 04:05 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesThe 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
Bay of Plenty TimesSikh community on paradeOn Sunday, January 12, Tauranga will come alive with the colourful and lively Sikh Parade.10 Jan 03:55 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesShear success! NZ's longest running speed shearing event returnsThe annual Te Puna Speed Shear will take place this Saturday.10 Jan 05:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'So grateful': Student receives scholarships to go to India and Japan'I never ever thought I would get anything like this before.'10 Jan 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesSeabird drowning inquiry: Two people helping investigatorsThe birds were reportedly captured in fishing nets.10 Jan 12:59 AM
