Firefighters working overnight to extinguish 'massive fire' in Bay of Plenty
Residents were forced from their homes due to the fire.
Businesses fear impact of months of flood work
Three high-end businesses fear works could shut their doors forever.
Fire contained at Pāpāmoa shopping centre
A fire investigator has been requested to attend the scene.
The man who can lift a grand piano
Rich Farrell aims for top 10 finish at the world Strongman Games.
Boy, 8, killed in suspicious circumstances can now be named
'Monster', was shouted in court as a 25-year-old woman appeared in relation to his death.
Freedom Camping bylaw can’t solve homelessness - mayor
Heartfelt plea to council from hidden homeless.
Bay of Plenty Times Christmas Appeal 2024
Christmas Appeal: Business donates $3000 to foodbank
Craigs Investment Partners is giving back to local charities this Christmas.
'Just fantastic': Generous community gets Christmas Appeal off to roaring start
A week on from the appeal launch, the foodbank has had thousands of donations.
'Sharing joy': Tauranga Crossing's Christmas gift for struggling families
Tauranga Crossing is giving back to those in need.
New Zealand news
'Reduce the fear': Police make 'handful' of arrests and seizures on day one of gang patch ban
Police have reported fewer patches in areas they might typically expect to see them.
‘The cop needs to be held accountable’: Mum of man killed by 'unjustified' police shooting
Whānau of man killed by police speak out on 'unjustified' fatal shooting.
Visiting the Outback alone? You should consider a group tour
When there's nothing as far as the eye can see, you may appreciate the company.
Latest video
Teens embark on 800km Cape to Cape charity journey
Tauranga school leavers Olly Dow, Thomas Winter and William Dunn are embarking on an epic expedition, raising money for the Child Cancer Foundation. Video supplied.
Mum who had surgery in Germany says the results have been amazing
Ten weeks post-surgery, she can eat and walk again. Video / Megan Wilson
Tauranga Art Trail montage
The Kiwi art trail is back this year with support from the Tauranga City Council from Monday, October 14 to Sunday, October 17. Video / Aleyna Martinez
High hopes, no new homes yet: NZ Super Fund, Classic partnership
'No titles have come through yet for build partners to commence the construction.'
Find out what's on in the Bay of Plenty
From Tauranga to Rotorua, discover upcoming events in the Bay of Plenty region.
Watch: Up to 55,000 people march on Parliament in unprecedented day of protest - only one arrest
As the crowd chanted, Seymour walked back into the Beehive with his MPs.
Dracula's bringing 'seductive spectacle, sharp wit, high-octane energy' to Rotorua
Expect acrobatics, powerhouse vocals and unforgettable comedy from the new show.
Premium picks
Opinion: Trump v Fed - a showdown ahead as interest rate cuts continue
OPINION: US inflation stabilises, but Trump's policies may complicate Fed's strategy.
He bought his first student flat at 18. Now he’s a professional investor
Landlords in the Deep South say if student flats are well run, they don't get trashed.
Letters to the editor: Guy Fawkes so-called 'fun' terrible for animals
OPINION: Our readers have their say.
'Sickening': Female preschool teacher charged with possessing child abuse images
The teacher has been in court and has been granted interim name suppression.
‘Tough news’: NZME proposes to close 14 local newspapers, with the loss of 30 jobs
Herald owner says community titles are no longer profitable in changing media landscape.
Society Insider: Tenby Powell's cancer bucket list; property mogul Nigel McKenna's big year
A $100m hotel and spa and globe-trotting with rising hospo star partner.
Our community
Heavy metal showdown: Super Stocks thunder into Baypark
Baypark's Kerry Remnant leads North Island Super Stock Thunder Series after Whanganui.
Fashion show raises $32k for teen's cancer treatment trial
'What an incredible community' says mum as Te Puke show funds Brennan's treatment.
Only road in and out of Pāuanui to close overnight for repairs
The defect is common with bridges of its type right across the country.
Operator cautious as Thames welcomes new information centre
Thames has a new information centre but there are challenges ahead, its operator says.
'Flare up at 1am': Ten properties evacuated due to shelter belt fire
Crews are monitoring and mopping up hot spots this morning.
NZ's most prolific road-tripper: Nine hidden gems off our main highways
What happens when you come face to face with a heavy truck on a single-lane gravel track?
Sport news
Heavy metal showdown: Super Stocks thunder into Baypark
Baypark's Kerry Remnant leads North Island Super Stock Thunder Series after Whanganui.
'Go in, go in!': 11yo golfer becomes youngest Taupō Hole-in-One $10k winner
The Tauranga youngster has a sweet plan for his prize money.
Brad Mosen shines, wins Bill Buckley Classic
Steve Cowling shines in super saloons, winning heats and showcasing top driving skills.
Business
High hopes, no new homes yet: NZ Super Fund, Classic partnership
'No titles have come through yet for build partners to commence the construction.'
Opinion: Trump v Fed - a showdown ahead as interest rate cuts continue
OPINION: US inflation stabilises, but Trump's policies may complicate Fed's strategy.
He bought his first student flat at 18. Now he’s a professional investor
Landlords in the Deep South say if student flats are well run, they don't get trashed.
Lifestyle
NZ's most prolific road-tripper: Nine hidden gems off our main highways
What happens when you come face to face with a heavy truck on a single-lane gravel track?
What is New Zealand’s best gourmet pie?
New book, New Zealand’s Best Gourmet Pies, features 38 unique pies and their origins.
Society Insider: Tenby Powell's cancer bucket list; property mogul Nigel McKenna's big year
A $100m hotel and spa and globe-trotting with rising hospo star partner.
Opinion
David Seymour: Some say the bill will strip Māori of their mana - that's not true.
OPINION: We all have tino rangatiratanga, the right to self-determine, not only Māori.
Lizzie Marvelly: Teens and screens - why GirlGuiding is an antidote to social media harms
OPINION: Children and young people are spending huge amounts of time on screens.
Rural news
Fonterra's consumer business sale and how it might look
Lack of capital for the FMCG operation is not the only reason for Fonterra's exit.
How grandad used to farm: Vintage club to host annual crank up day
The Hauraki Vintage Machinery Club showcases blast from the past.
Green-thumbed community plants 4000 natives
Marco School pupils were out on the hills, planting 4000 natives in the republic.
Car news and advice
BMW NZ reveals pricing for new 1 Series hatchback range
Range includes entry-level and more sporting-focused variants.
Kiwi prices, specification announced for Leapmotor C10 EV-SUV
Leapmotor is an EV startup - but will price will the C10 SUV start at in NZ?
Toyota Camry ZR first drive: sedan this, hybrid that
Know what's niche these days? A sedan. A Toyota Camry sedan.
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