New ZealandSubstation fault cuts power to thousands in TaurangaPower was cut to 21,529 customers at 12.30pm in Tauranga.11 Jul 03:01 AM
New Zealand'Ecstatic' reunion: Cat found after year-long disappearanceTwelve months after going missing in Hamurana, Franco the cat turned up.09 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandRegion's first learning hub for migrant parents a 'transformative step' The hub is aimed at empowering families to better understand NZ's education system.05 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandOn The Up: 'Desire to innovate' - Kiwi fitness app wins global prize for Harry Potter challenges08 Jun 08:29 PM
New ZealandFormer school teacher and Navy officer take another crack at 100km charity run21 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPrevention pays off: Lifeguards make waves with fewer rescuesThere were just 29 rescues at Bay beaches this summer.10 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat caused a 5m-deep tomo to open beside a Pāpāmoa footpathThe sinkhole opened on Golden Sands Drive on Thursday opposite a school.01 May 11:19 PM
New Zealand'Extremely concerning': Liquor stores caught selling booze to minorsFive liquor stores in and around Tauranga have been caught selling booze to minors.27 Apr 08:58 PM
New Zealand'Huge step forward': New rural 'community base' for PāpāmoaIts mission is to 'serve the community' for recreational and educational purposes.27 Apr 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Never in a million years': Pāpāmoa ticket finally claims $500,000 Lotto winThe unchecked winning ticket was stashed in the couple's drawers.24 Apr 04:41 AM
New ZealandWhy early eastbound off-ramp opening is a game-changer for PāpāmoaThe interchange will relieve pressure on existing routes and shorten travel times.22 Apr 01:32 AM
New Zealand'An honour and a privilege': Local artists shine in prestigious portrait award'I had a good feeling that it was going to get through and it did. So hard work paid off.'16 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Resorted' to drone: Body corporate wins case against Paraparaumu unit owner'Drone wash was not as effective as a manual wash would have been' - tribunal decision.14 Apr 10:17 PM
New ZealandHow a ‘near death’ experience changed one woman’s path to hope and happinessHills is giving a free talk on hope beyond suicide on April 4 in Pāpāmoa.03 Apr 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘Privileged and excited’: Pāpāmoa mum’s journey to Ironman successNicole Storm cried with pride for 30 minutes after finishing her first Ironman.17 Mar 07:08 PM
New Zealand‘He was dead’: Ducks harmed in suspected animal cruelty caseA Muscovy duck was found with tape on its back and a broken wing.14 Mar 03:00 AM
New Zealand‘Desperate need’: Calls grow for Pāpāmoa East community hubA Pāpāmoa East centre needs to be prioritised, a reverend says. 06 Mar 07:59 PM
New ZealandPāpāmoa Fire Brigade retires siren Pāpāmoa's fire brigade has retired its siren for emergencies.04 Mar 03:18 AM
New ZealandBystanders rescue struggling swimmer in ‘rough’ Pāpāmoa surf'This could have easily ended in a fatality,' lifeguard warns.03 Mar 01:51 AM
New ZealandPāpāmoa College mural celebrates student successA newly completed, massive mural at Pāpāmoa College is drawing attention.01 Mar 03:34 PM
New Zealand'Attacked' with rocks: Man spends $5k on lights, cameras after council 'inaction'The damage has been so severe that the resident received a $28K insurance payout.20 Feb 09:01 PM
New ZealandSon was insane when he stabbed his father to death as he washed dishes, judge finds'He was incapable of knowing his actions were morally wrong.'18 Feb 08:03 PM
New ZealandCalls for change: Tauranga urged to licence professional dog walkersCall for professional dog walkers’ licence in Tauranga14 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandSecond BoP daycare has child escape, found by member of publicThe incident sparked a risk assessment and supervision review.09 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhy 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.'06 Feb 04:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Started from nothing’: From cleaning flats to running a holiday home businessThe 'boutique' business manages holiday homes in Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa.24 Jan 03:18 AM
New Zealand‘The smoke is massive': Scrub fire 90% suppressedA scrub fire has broken out in Kairua, Tauranga.24 Jan 02:31 AM
New ZealandTaxi driver fields Lotto callsA taxi driver has been receiving Lotto inquiries to his 0800 number.19 Jan 12:52 AM
