New ZealandFoot chopped off in port accidentThe severed foot of a man involved in a grisly accident at the Port of Tauranga this morning was transferred with him to hospital.10 Oct 01:20 AM
New ZealandExploding fridge impoundedAuthorities have impounded a fridge that mysteriously exploded to investigate what caused the blast that blew the door off its hinges and smashed windows.04 Oct 06:09 AM
New Zealand'I just went feral' - accusedTauranga woman on trial for bashing her sister and encouraging her pitbull puppy to join in the savage attack told a police detective that she "just went feral".02 Oct 11:58 PM
New ZealandRena owner settles with GovtTransport Minister Gerry Brownlee said he was satisfied the deal with Daina Shipping Company was the best possible outcome.02 Oct 01:54 AM
New ZealandCops grab kayak to rescue drunkPolice in Tauranga borrowed a kayak to rescue a drunk woman who fell into the harbour and took refuge on the back of a moored boat.30 Sep 10:00 PM
New ZealandFatal pursuit criticisedPolice have been heavily criticised for failing to abandon a pursuit that endangered the public and culminated in the deaths of two young men.27 Sep 10:00 PM
New ZealandRena claims will exceed $11.5mCompensation claims by Bay of Plenty businesses for Rena-related losses will exceed the $11.5 million fund proposed by the ship's owners, a claimants' lawyer says.25 Sep 02:35 AM
New ZealandWaiter, there's a seagull in my latteThe scavengers of the sky are now hitting Mount Maunganui's cafe scene, dive-bombing al fresco customers, knocking over coffees and defecating on patrons.25 Sep 12:38 AM
New ZealandNew home for mistreated dogA young huntaway that was seized from its owner after becoming badly malnourished has bounced back in the care of a loving Bay of Plenty family.19 Sep 01:16 AM
New ZealandCleaner stole cheques, cash from churchA Tauranga man working as a cleaner at a local church stole cash and cheques donated by the congregation - cashing at least one cheque after forging the vicar's signature.18 Sep 12:00 AM
New Zealand$27m winner - my new lifeHe's young, single, cares about the planet ... and he's $27 million richer than he was last week.14 Sep 05:30 PM
New Zealand'Typical Kiwi bloke' claims $27m jackpotA Tauranga man in his twenties, who describes himself as a "typical Kiwi bloke", has today claimed the $27 million Big Wednesday First Division prize package.14 Sep 06:39 AM
New Zealand$27m Lotto win: Rumours flyRumours are spreading like wildfire around Tauranga today about the supposed winner of last night's $27 million Big Wednesday jackpot.13 Sep 04:52 AM
