Rochelle Zajko's petition calls for barrier gaps and safe turning bays.

The team aims to qualify for the 2026 World Club Challenge at Snapper Rocks.

A tipped barge at Tauranga's marina could take time to salvage, says council.

About 10 litres of diesel spilled; absorbent booms are in place.

The tiny home was stolen on March 29 at 4am from Rea Rd, Katikati.

Fairhaven School hosts a movie night to support Sarena Crane's cancer treatment.

She felt relieved when her adopted son was diagnosed at 16.

Nicole Storm cried with pride for 30 minutes after finishing her first Ironman.

Harriet Campbell plans another Ukraine trip with the Never Alone project.

A Te Puna man lost his caravan in a fire, leaving him homeless.

BOP Vintage Car Club says vintage cars rarely exceed 5000km annually.

Kadyn Kanohi, 12, came third in the Z Manu World Champs.

Emergency services were called about 4pm, police say.

'A car hit a bank and the driver sustained minor to moderate injuries,' police said.

Sarena Crane is seeking alternative treatment to beat cancer.

More than 1000 people regularly cycle, walk, or scooter along Cameron Rd.

A person trapped in the plane was rescued using special equipment.

Aaliyah Hunt has been dancing since she was 3 and aspires to dance on cruise ships.

Competitors will gather at Wairoa River for kayaking events on February 22-23.

Wil Yeoman won the ‘No Way in Hell’ race against 160 competitors.

A desire for simplicity and a return to tradition has driven a rise in natural burials.

Firefighters will climb Mauao for 12 hours to raise funds for a good cause.

A petition calls for 'Pregnant? Don’t Drink' signs in liquor stores.

'As soon as we looked into Rotorua, it was a clear winner.'

A scrub fire has broken out in Kairua, Tauranga.

'Eventually, we’ll have a roundabout', one resident said.

Despite recent warnings one man is excited about the promise of more sharks in the region.

Power restored to 531 homes in Mount Maunganui after tree branch hits lines.

Chipseal works cause heavy traffic, delays between Te Puna and Aongatete.

The team are excited for tag-team format, aiming to showcase skills against top surfers.

Illegal dumping harms environment, burdens Tauranga ratepayers financially.

There is such a thing as a free lunch if it's about helping struggling people.

He has been recognised in the 2025 New Year Honours.

A set menu of cold meats, roasted veges and desserts will be served by volunteers.

The popular display will be auctioned as a Mount Surf Club fundraiser.

Duncan Smith, 79, completes 1700km hike of North Island for charity

Storms, injuries, and new friends haven't stopped the duo's 3000km Te Araroa journey.

Local businesses hit hard by SH2 median barriers as trucking firm warns of safety risks.

The event that keeps going as long as you do.

The fire started at the top of Waikite Rd on Wednesday; the area remains off-limits.

Bay Rodders collect toys for sick kids in Tauranga's annual Toy Run on December 6.

Mount Maunganui Primary School Jump Jam team are the national champions

'It’s been a long road, but we’re finally here.'

'That feeling of life, it was just incredible.'

A college dance teacher and dean has become the 2024 ICN Fitness World Champ.

Petra Lahti sets her sights on the international stage.

Kids can get advice from a pro and see if they get the slalom bug.

Motekiai commutes from Te Puna to Rotorua to train.

“We know their personalities and likes and dislikes."

A car drove through the front window of a Brookfield barber and coffee shop

Greerton volunteer firefighters have done it all in their brigade’s 25 years of service.

Local leaders welcome the economic prospects as the cruise season's first ship arrives.

Two of the alleged vigilantes appear in court for a third time.

'As much as they say time heals, it’s different for everybody.'

Follow up article on Tauranga Hot Pink Walk for breast cancer

A corrections officer created a driving board game for schools and prisons.

Azaria Tai is 8 years old and excelled in her first competitive season.

Thomas Magill has been flying in the pool of late.

One is also accused of claiming a person was on the child sex offenders register.

Loops, turns, flips, spins - even zero gravity.

They are trying to raise more than $500K and have been denied funding.

He can’t wait to “show the world what Kiwis can do”.

Aisle be there for you: Couple found love working at the supermarket.

Tauranga dance studio represented NZ at the world championships.

One is accused of claiming a person was on the child sex offenders register.

People are urged to treat the Ohinemuri River water as contaminated.

Police pursued a car in Pāpāmoa after the driver allegedly failed to pull over.

Tremains is doing an initiative to 'Sell houses for food' to support local foodbanks.

'Everybody said when they come here, they don’t want to leave after six months.'

The accounts posting the videos have since been taken down.

Police warn 'vigilante actions' could harm investigations.

The Government is giving grants to boost Bay of Plenty and Coromandel tourism.

'The deaths of these protected birds were entirely avoidable.'

The home was destroyed in an electrical fire, an investigator says.

A house fire started by an electrical fault has left the owner devastated and homeless.

A witness says they appear run over in 'a senseless act'.

The transport agency is reconsidering placing barriers on some sections.

Pentanque terrain has been vandalised twice.