All traffic will be detoured from Tuesday.

'We are so very grateful for the amazing support', says foodbank manager.

Co-captain pinpoints Tasman Carsons as Te Puke's matchwinner.

The hip hop and R&B festival will come to Tauranga on Sunday.

Rob Hewitt has reflected on his own ordeal of floating alone at sea for 72 hours.

The Bay of Plenty Times is looking back at the stories of 2023.

The crowd of about 8500 was 'pretty well-behaved', the festival organiser says.

Crews from three fire stations fought the blaze.

The number of dog-related incidents including dog attacks this year revealed.

Jordan van Deursen has been missing after heading into the bush two months ago.

Safety advice for swimmers also follows slew of shark sightings in the area.

Bay of Plenty Times is looking back at the stories of 2023.

Plus, 'tonnes of shark sightings' in busy day for Bay of Plenty and Coromandel lifeguards.

Experts say these sighting are common this time of year.

'It’s going to hurt him for a long time ... for two young lives to be taken so tragically'

Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

Bay of Plenty road toll drops but a top cop is not celebrating.

"This was my husband who had no reason to do this other than to satisfy his own sickness."

The impact of unresolved homicides on families is devastating.

The Bay of Plenty Times is looking back at the stories of 2023.

Ōmokoroa Point School children have contributed to Waitekohekohe Recreational Park.

A new group in town is gearing up for historical celebrations next year.

“It was the longest hours of my life.”

Broadcaster describes dramatic scenes to followers as shark cruises shallows.

And agencies are expecting an influx this holiday period.

Hato Hone St John was notified of the incident at 11.50am.

Roads will be closed in Tauranga CBD as the event takes place at Wharepai Domain.