New toxic algae signs at 40 locations warn lake users
There are health warnings in place for Lake Ōkaro, Lake Maraetai and Lake Ohakuri.
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Caravan smashed after collision, with SH2 traffic at a standstill
Police, ambulance and fire services are at the scene.
‘All-time high’: Abuse of medical centre staff hits record levels
One GP said doctors are working weekends and skipping meal breaks to keep up with demand.
Bad tabs and no sleep: Why experts are urging Kiwis to get their drugs tested this summer
A substance found in some tabs has caused deaths overseas.
Year in Review: February
Bay of Plenty Times is looking back at the stories of 2023.
'Stressed and struggling': The city where some are battling to make ends meet
An iwi provider has a waiting list and backlog for its social services for the first time.
'Burning underground': 200 hotspots detected by drones as firefighting continues on Matakana Island
The fire began on Saturday night and burned through about 37ha of scrub and pine slash.
'Plenty of clear skies': Bay residents in for a long, hot summer
A dry summer with “plenty of clear skies”.
A 'terrifying' mudslide, interest rates and lots of rain: What made news in January
Bay of Plenty Times is looking back at the stories of 2023.
SH5 reopened after crash near Rotorua
A single vehicle collided with a power pole and lines came down across the road.
Firefighters spending Christmas on Matakana Island after ‘beast’ of a blaze
The huge fire has been described as 'a beast' and like a 'taniwha'.
From 'preparing for his last days' to planning a 21st: How a 'miracle' drug has changed lives
'It’s just the best thing that could have ever happened to him.'
What NZ's El Nino summer could reveal about great white sharks
'There is a lot of unknown in the ocean,' shark expert Dr Riley Elliott says.
Stay away from Matakana Island and don't fly drones as blaze continues
Firefighters responded to a blaze on Matakana Island off the Bay of Plenty.
Cancer-stricken dad’s Christmas wish - one more round of ‘miracle’ drug
Seven months ago, the 60-year-old wasn't sure he'd live long enough to see Christmas.
Helicopter called for assistance to battle fire on Matakana Island
Firefighters are fighting a blaze on Matakana Island off the Bay of Plenty.
Christmas traffic: Two dead after three crashes in an hour
There have been two crashes in the North Island and one in the South.
'Sincere thanks': Huge amount raised during Christmas appeal
It's been a pleasant surprise for the foodbank as people battle a cost-of-living crisis.
It's okay to say 'no' this Christmas
OPINION: Putting on a happy face for family and friends can feel like a mammoth task.
Santa’s little helpers: Meet the Bay of Plenty workers rostered on for Christmas Day
For some people Christmas Day is still a working day, but one with a difference.
'Alarm bells': Legal action threatened over slope hazard maps
The council says the updated maps are valid and more accurate.
Pāpāmoa water: Top health official says no cases linked to drinking supply
Water is deemed safe but some locals have linked it to them getting sick.
Weekend and Christmas Day weather for region
North Island will be under a moist and humid northerly air flow.
Baypark holiday meeting features international midget drivers and crowd-pleasing super stocks
Super stock title is a tribute to "old" Baypark racer Hokey Ashby .
Becoming a ‘grown-up city’: Your guide to Tauranga CBD's $1.5b transformation
'People will walk around thinking this is great. They will be proud of this.'
Port of Tauranga makes generous foodbank donation
"We want to do whatever we can to help".
'People go nuts for them': Berry growers ready for a busy summer season
'It’s looking like it’s going to be a great summer.'
Christmas message from Western Bay of Plenty Mayor
James Denyer says now is the time to rest and re-invigorate with family and friends.
'We’re bummed': Local shows impacted by Sublime with Rome postponements
The band is set to part ways next year.
Watch: Aerial footage reveals scale of multimillion-dollar mansion fire
$3.7m home wrecked on Saturday by a blaze that drew more than 40 firefighters.
A Christmas message from Maketū Community Board
Ongoing projects will hopefully be completed early in 2024.
Te Puke Volunteer Fire Brigade report for early December
Firefighters spent most of the night at one call out early in the month.
Scrub fire in sand dunes at Mount Maunganui
Emergency services were called around 11.40am.