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Prankster takes a dig at council by planting potholes
Potholes become pot plants in Te Puna.
Slip-damaged road remains closed after plea from kaumātua
The road was previously used by 'rat runners' to avoid SH2.
Seeka feels lash of 2023 weather with $14.5m net loss
Prospects now look brighter as improved growing conditions signal record kiwifruit crops.
'Flying high in heaven': Tributes flow for pilot and speedway identity who died in crash
'We nicknamed him Waterboy. But he was no boy. He was da man.'
Whakaari defendant seeks up to 55pc reduction in fine for guilty plea
Court hears more from the victims, families and lawyers at the second day of sentencing.
St John Te Puke benefactor revealed
Joyce always had a strong connection to her time as an ambulance officer.
'Silent killer': Nurse battles cancer that has 'no specific screening test'
She had 'always been fit and well' so the diagnosis at age 55 came as a 'shock'.
When Wagner steamed in: A love letter to a defining player
Talismanic bowler brought remarkable energy to side.
Pendergrast Memorial Heritage Park celebrates 10th birthday
The celebration is now part of Sustainable Backyards month.
Gang associates guilty of murdering 27-year-old who 'narked' on Mongrel Mob captain
Jury returns unanimous guilty verdicts in case of Bay of Plenty man Eli Johnson's murder.
‘You cannot mend a mother’s broken heart’: White Island victim's mum speaks of grief
Victims and family members address the court before the hearing moved into its next phase.
Fishing the big fish for fire brigade
Anglers fished from the shore or boats between Mount Maunganui and Waihī Beach.
'Not easy to step away': Emotional Black Caps star announces retirement
The 37-year-old will not be in the starting XI for the Black Caps against Australia.
'Bulls***': Former police minister Stuart Nash lets rip against Labour ex-colleagues
Nash says Chris Hipkins should have approved gang asset seizures under $30,000
Hunt is on for Te Puke Citizen of the Year
Award created in 2007 in memory of local identity Lorna Treloar.
Whakaari eruption victims’ families - ‘I feel like a victim of negligence’
Richard Elzer's family speak at the Auckland District Court sentencing.
He used his own struggles to help pave the way for others
Jacqui Whyte will continue fighting for families of loved ones needing specialist care.
Festival to celebrate 24th anniversary and 60 years of classic Ford Mustang
This year celebrates 60 years of the Ford Mustang.
'Like seeing a UFO': Boaties wowed by close encounter with whale shark
Seven boaties were coming back from the Alderman Islands when they came across the beast.
The BoP town getting 24 new Kainga Ora homes
There will be 24 new homes in four locations in western Bay of Plenty town.
Meet the Rural Sports Awards Lifetime Legacy finalists
Two finalists up for the title from the Highland Games and fencing.
'Make them help clean up the mess': Upset ram-raid victim wants tougher penalties
'We shouldn't let young offenders off scot-free just because of their age'.
Murder victim said he'd be 'dead tomorrow' after testifying against Mongrel Mob boss
The Crown and defence are closing their case in the Eli Johnson murder trial.
Pain of son's death at Whakaari 'never goes away'
Family of 23-year-old tour guide broke down in tears as they spoke in court.
It's not Auckland: The city where it takes 11.3 years to save a house deposit
The influence of 'wealth' on the property market is one suspected reason for high prices.
The latest cricket action from Baywide and Western Bay competitions
Te Puke share top spot with Greerton.
Vietnam veteran from Katikati gives insight into hardship of military life
'As a veteran, I was there – sometimes I still am.'
Heavy rain watch in place for BoP and Coromandel
The regions could expect periods of rain, locally heavy at times, with possible downpours.
Pāpāmoa hills summit closed following death
The park is expected to reopen at 8pm.
Te Puke farmers finalists in environment awards
Profile of two of the four local finalists.