New ZealandHeavy rain warnings: BoP acts like 'scoop' for wild weatherA severe thunderstorm watch is in place for the region tonight.02 Jul 09:19 PM
New ZealandWet, wet, wet: Rain warning for BoP as more tropical weather loomsAn orange rain warning begins at 10am, lasting until 3am Friday.01 Jul 11:38 PM
New ZealandMetService warns of heavy rain for Nelson, Tasman amid floodingTasman expects up to 150mm of rain; Nelson forecasts 80-100mm.01 Jul 02:41 AM
New ZealandFresh weather warnings issued for BoP Up to 180mm of rain is expected in areas east of Whakatāne.30 Jun 11:29 PM
BusinessData show more Kiwis struggling to pay bills, behind on mortgage paymentsThose most affected by financial hardship are aged between 35 and 49.30 Jun 09:57 PM
New ZealandOne person dead after serious two-vehicle crash in Waipā DistrictEmergency services were called to the scene at about 11.25am.30 Jun 12:32 AM
New ZealandClaim councils 'bullied' into pursuing joint water services'Leave us alone': One councillor's message to the Government.27 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Scaring me': Heavy rain brings flooding'My whole back section’s flooded, it’s coming up to my back door step.'27 Jun 03:18 AM
New ZealandFormer MP Brendan Horan aims for Whakatāne council seatHe was a list MP for NZ First and cleared of allegations in 2016.27 Jun 01:54 AM
New ZealandGeothermal baths with silica terraces planned for BoP townThe project includes an 'attractive bath complex' using geothermal fluids.26 Jun 08:58 PM
New ZealandSmall but mighty: Kyro gets set for Tai Mitchell challengeKyro Uri, 12, plays first five for Rotorua Maroon in the Tai Mitchell Tournament.24 Jun 09:26 PM
New ZealandTears as private ambulance operators found guilty of forgery; altering documentsPrivate ambulance operators say they injected drugs into fruit as training exercises.24 Jun 04:42 AM
New ZealandHow Federated Farmers shapes policy for Bay of Plenty farmersBrent Mountfort leads Federated Farmers in advocating for 500 members on rural issues.24 Jun 02:30 AM
New ZealandTransport operators outraged over condition of SH2 bridgeMore than 2000 vehicles use the bridge daily, including nearly 1000 trucks.23 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandRevealed: The first four housing projects backed by $100m fund It will enable 65 homes in Tauranga South, Pāpāmoa, Greerton and Bethlehem.22 Jun 06:46 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: Grassroots organisations key to stopping the cycle of abuseA recent death highlights the tragic issue of young Māori being killed.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice warn gangs after major drug operationPolice arrested 20 Greazy Dogs members over alleged meth crimes in Bay of Plenty.18 Jun 06:04 AM
RugbyCrusaders farewell 'temporary' home but will new stadium be ready for next season?New stadium Te Kaha is expected to open in late April 2026.18 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand'I hate him': Partner of slain Tribesman lays blame for death at president's feetMark 'Shark' Hohua was allegedly killed in a 'hot-box' beating for spending gang funds.18 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBen FrancisBen Francis: Why State of Origin doesn't belong in New ZealandOPINION: Tribalism is diluted when major sports events are exported to neutral territory.18 Jun 02:01 AM
New Zealand'I wept': White Island tragedy doctor’s anguish at child’s death The young doctor started a rotation training in intensive care on the day of the disaster.17 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Hot-box' murder: Accused says rival gang bigger issue than patched member's theftDefence counsel says Mark Hohua died after falling on to concrete steps while fleeing.17 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand900km mission: 15-year-old's long ride to Parliament to support Māori wardsJack, 15, will ride from Whakatāne to Wellington, starting on June 28.16 Jun 08:21 PM
New ZealandTribesmen's alleged 'hotbox' murder after gang member's unauthorised online shoppingMark Hohua, known as Shark, was allegedly beaten to death by fellow gang members in 2022.16 Jun 07:30 AM
New ZealandBoP dairy targeted by armed robbersPolice recovered a stolen silver Mazda used in the robbery.16 Jun 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAuckland ICU doctor's book exposes NZ health system crisis from the inside Mismanaged priorities, hospital bullies, public vs private - Dr Ivor Popovich tells all.14 Jun 08:00 PM
New ZealandPatients say they didn't receive drugs a private ambulance claims to have givenPrivate ambulance operators are accused of altering records to obtain controlled drugs. 13 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'It seemed strange': Pharmacist's concern about ambulance's frequent narcotics ordersA couple who ran a private ambulance service allegedly procured morphine and fentanyl.11 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandTruck rolls in Waitomo, one lane closed on SH3A Fire and Emergency New Zealand heavy rescue crew was dispatched from Hamilton.10 Jun 11:53 PM
New ZealandPregnant dairy worker thrown to the ground in attempted robbery The intruder allegedly assaulted a pregnant shopkeeper, throwing her to the ground.10 Jun 03:03 AM
New ZealandWellington leads in income, South Island shines in low unemploymentWellington now ranks high in housing affordability due to falling prices.09 Jun 09:01 PM
New ZealandPrivate ambulance operators accused of doctoring records to obtain morphine and fentanyl The couple claimed to treat a man who had been dead for three years.09 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandRegional councillor Toi Iti seeks Doug Leeder's seatHe aims to bridge Māori and non-Māori communities on the council.08 Jun 09:06 AM
New ZealandChild airlifted after being hit by car in Bay of PlentyPolice were notified of the incident at 8.40am.06 Jun 01:30 AM