Three Bay of Plenty locals have been accepted into the world's most prestigious schools.

The Port of Tauranga National Jazz Festival has something for everyone even in the rain.

The club says the 6000sq m green is among the biggest in the world.

Over 650 mountain biking riders from across the North Island will compete at Summerhill.

Mount Maunganui Playcentre officially opened its new Golf Rd location on Thursday

The new series Happiness highlights musical theatre in local Kiwi communities

An activewear brand known for high-performance sportswear is opening in the Bay of Plenty

She has not entered pleas to the charges.

The visiting U16 and U18 hockey team members were travelling to Tauranga from Napier.

The programme connects cycling start-ups with mentors and funding opportunities.

At 15, Sam Ruthe has become the youngest person in history to run a sub-four-minute mile.

Whai players court fans in Rotorua ahead of historic game in city.

'It's accelerating each and every year, which is awesome to see.'

Three golfers each scoring a hole in one in the space of 24 hours.

A Curia Market Research poll for the NZ Taxpayers’ Union has ranked mayors around NZ.

With the lowest number of drownings since 2018, males accounted for most fatalities.

Ashley Joens has played for three WNBA teams, but a team in NZ ticked all her boxes.

After a decade in business, a plumbing business has been recognised for its success.

'The job market has become more competitive.'

A Rotorua young achiever's hard work has been exhibited across New Zealand

A variety of events will be taking place on Waitangi Day within the Rotorua community.

Annual events will be returning this Waitangi Day to bring local communities together.

Families may face costs upwards of $800 per child for uniforms, stationery, technology.

Oval game shows need for rectangular stadium, says one of the region's biggest rugby fans.

Athletes from Tauranga, Rotorua, and Whakatāne have been named in Team NZ Roller Derby.

'There are people who care for you and will still want you to succeed.'

The Christmas Appeal has ended, raising a record-breaking amount for the foodbank.

It allows people to buy discounted food that would otherwise be binned.

The free service providing companionship and conversation is staffed by volunteers.

'I’m supposed to be a wordsmith and just can’t get the words out.'

Julian Fitter has been contributing to conservation for half a century.

Frankie Venter's first headline show in Tauranga was the turning point of her career.

A Year 13 student achieves success – and has big career goals.

Bryony Edwards has been recognised for her teaching efforts picking up a major NEiTA award

Rain expected in Rotorua from Christmas afternoon, continuing through Boxing Day.

MetService forecasts warm, wet Christmas for Bay of Plenty, rain easing by Dec 27.

Two big business donations capped off the six-week fundraising drive.

It exceeded last year's donation total after the rides sold out within hours.

'There is no better place than to play at home.'

The opening of the Omanu Community Garden is giving back with fresh food where possible.

The Tauranga Community Foodbank has received “substantial support” after week five.

More than 300 competitors took part in the Mount Monster on Saturday.

For 12 years Cooney Lees Morgan has been running a food collection for the foodbank.

Think you’d know what to do in an emergency? Put it to the test through virtual reality.

A Tauranga real estate company is helping feed families this Christmas.

Drawn to helping people, Jessica Stewart works fulltime at Tauranga Community Foodbank.

'Your support makes a direct and positive impact on the lives of others,' says the boss.

A rain delay didn't stop hundreds of people joining the fun and donating to the foodbank.

The minister says only adults being genuinely obstructive or neglectful risk being fined.

Halfway through the appeal, donations are tracking well with large donations rolling in.

A Thousand children swam, biked and ran hard participating in the Weet-Bix TRYathlon

Partnering with the foodbank, Super Support is wraparound support for those aged 65 over

The event, in its third year, is supporting Tauranga Community Foodbank.

Tauranga Te Papa Rotary Club is the latest group to throw support behind the foodbank

What our reporter learned from spending a day volunteering with a vital community service.

Craigs Investment Partners is giving back to local charities this Christmas.

A week on from the appeal launch, the foodbank has had thousands of donations.

Tauranga Crossing is giving back to those in need.

Adventuring from the East to West Cape, three boys have turned an idea into reality.

Louise Watson has set herself a 5000-item goal this Christmas for the foodbank.

Tauranga Community Foodbank is preparing to feed families and children for Christmas.

Bay of Plenty Times Foodbank Christmas Appeal launches as longer-term need rises.

Newstalk ZB broadcaster and author Kerre Woodham will MC the ceremony.

The supermarket owner's daughter played a special role at the official opening.

A 1974 fun lads' golf trip is now an annual tradition titled the 'Okareka Classic'.

'We’ve always run on such an oily rag ... now families won’t get our service.'

Located within Golden Sands, the new town centre will be a significant commercial hub.

Police arrest youth after Rotorua motorcycle business ram-raided for fifth time.

Ahead of the NPC final, Steamers captain Kurt Eklund shared his rugby journey.

'You start thinking, is it worth carrying on a business with this happening all the time?'

Reflecting on the 2004 Shield win, past and present Steamers look ahead to the NPC semi.

Now a high-level competitive sport, Ultimate is making its mark in the community.

Hodgson House Lifecare & Village celebrated Mary Francis and her significant milestone.

For those in favour of working from home, the downsides for local businesses are clear.

Whai women's basketball gearing up for the 2024 season, with familiar faces and new names.

Plus, top things to do in the Bay this school holidays.

Cross Triathlon Championships to be incorporated into 2025 XTerra Rotorua Festival.