Te Puke news
'Out of this world': Humongous fungus find in BoP
A BoP woman stumbled upon two giant mushrooms while on her daily walk.
Three arrests following Te Puke tangi
A dozen infringement notices were also served after the tangi.
Wine-making student wins scholarship
A former Te Puke High student will take his love of wine to university next month.
Raw horsepower on display
Clydesdale wagon rides are among the many attractions at the Te Puke A&P Show.
Why fast-growing schools are having to say 'No' to new students
'The ministry won’t give you more buildings if you have too many out-of-zone enrolments.'
A time-honoured feature of rural life
The Te Puke A&P Show will have something for everyone next month.
‘She was gone instantly’: Birthday balloon tragedy prompts warning from family
'Just don’t do it' - family's helium warning after mum of two's death at daughter's party.
Premium
The cost of a private school education: NZ’s most expensive & how much fees have jumped
A Herald analysis of 20 leading independent schools' fees.
‘We’ve got a big problem': Meth use in NZ spikes to record high
Consumption doubled in the second half of 2024, according to wastewater testing.
Port of Tauranga hopes for breakthrough on logjam, posts 27% net profit lift
The port has run out of capacity - but legal action has blocked growth again.
‘Creating capacity’: New private surgical facility anchors $80m development
Pioneering surgeon-led facility will create 100 jobs and is part of a $80m development.
Yamaha buys Tauranga’s Robotics Plus, unveils big plans
Another tech firm sold offshore, but new owners says it'll add to its 130 staff.
Haka for sale: Inside the ‘problematic’ global trend of Māori dance workshops for corporate clients
Companies selling haka classes are used by global brands – and are alarming experts.
Rural News
The Country: Toa Henderson on his Golden Shears win
Toa Henderson, David Seymour, Laura Koot, Craig "Ferg" Ferguson, and Phil Duncan.
T&G Global posts 128% profit growth despite $9.9m net loss
Apples, the 'engine room for growth' of T&G Global, is gaining momentum.
Southland farmer's edible bale wrap nets global interest
'No one else is doing it. No one else in the world. Just little old Grant from Orepuki.'
'I used to dream of this moment': Toa Henderson's Golden Shears triumph
Results from the 23rd Golden Shears International Shearing and Woolhandling Championships.
Richard Wyeth appointed Synlait Milk CEO
Chairman says new chief executive is 'seasoned, tested and highly regarded'.
Win a trip to Wellington for the New Zealand Horticulture Conference
Win a trip for two to Wellington to the NZ Horticulture Conference.
Lifestyle news
'Out of this world': Humongous fungus find in BoP
A BoP woman stumbled upon two giant mushrooms while on her daily walk.
Life’s a beach: Best Beach 2025 winners react to victories
The Herald Travel’s Best Beach competition has hung up its jandals for another year.
Best Beach: NZ’s favourite beaches of 2025 revealed – and Ōhope isn’t one of them
The winners of Best Beach 2025 have been revealed – did your favourite triumph?
Car news and advice
Toyota says ICE and performance cars are here to stay
Whether they be ICE or EV, Toyota remains committed to performance cars.
Nissan GT-R R35 bows out after 18 years: what’s next?
After 18 years in production, Nissan has stopped taking orders for the iconic R35 GT-R.
Kia reveals more details about upcoming EVs
Kia has dropped more details about the EV4 and PV5 at its 2025 EV day.
OneRoof property news
Run-down deceased estate sells for $482,000 after 11-way bidding war
Auction fight ended in a head-to-head clash between two property traders.
Aucklanders selling NZ’s remotest hotel - it’s the ‘closest thing to the Wild West’
Pub is in a tiny village that's also a republic.
Where Kiwi women are buying homes - and why Queenstown isn’t on the list
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
More local news
Death of Spark the kiwi prompts call to slow down for 'precious taonga'
'Kiwi move quite quickly and have absolutely no road sense,' trust says.
Opinion: Mayor reflects on 2024's milestones and future goals
Mayor James Denyer highlights 2024's achievements, looks ahead to 2025 reforms.
Opinion: How Te Puke balanced growth, tradition, and community in 2023
Kiwifruit industry celebrates record 192 million trays amid 65th anniversary festivities.
Opinion: Reflections on a year of building community ties
OPINION: Coffee catchups, market visits a great way to connect with Bay residents.
Final edition: 112 years of Te Puke Times remembered
Te Puke Times ends after 112 years, reflecting on its rich history and community impact.
Community spirit: Te Puke celebrates collaborative Christmas project
New tree relocated, thanks to local businesses.
Festive greetings from Maketū Community Board: Spread joy and kindness
Enjoy the festive season outdoors, introducing fun games and activities to your family.
Te Puke's Summer in the Park returns with new sports and activities
Te Puke's Summer in the Park expands with new sports and activities in January.
Kiwifruit legacy: Te Puke’s drive for heritage hub continues
Te Puke plans a heritage hub to celebrate local history and is seeking more funding.
‘Mischievous glee’: Kiwi soprano wins prestigious singing contest
Felicity Tomkins triumphs at 100th Herald Sun Aria, echoing Dame Kiri Te Kanawa's success.
Transforming lives: Poutiri tackles gambling harm in Te Puke
Poutiri Centre highlights $29,435 lost daily to gambling in Te Puke, offering support.
Cruise passengers to boost Te Puke retailers with new tour stops
Graeme Crossman: 'We want to share some of the business around'.
Te Puke’s lifeline: The Hub optimistic despite financial woes
'We are very heartened by the response, but we are not out of the woods yet,' says CEO.
Chiefs' Aidan Ross bids farewell as he joins Reds
Fletcher Carpenter debuts for All Blacks Sevens in Cape Town.
Businesses rally for Te Puke High's innovative garden project
Te Puke High School thanks supporters with engraved chopping boards.