Bay of Plenty TimesCoronial inquiry into Whakaari eruption hears country did not seem ready for disasterFamilies say New Zealand was unprepared despite Whakaari's known volatility.04 Oct 08:04 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'I want to win a World Cup': Neesham not giving up on Black Caps futureInitially overlooked, the 35-year-old nearly played the winning hand against Australia.04 Oct 06:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'I could not believe it': Triathlete makes world finals at age 69Jenny Bradley started competing in triathlons at age 61.04 Oct 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMarsh century defies Black Caps as Australia seal series victoryNew Zealand's bowlers ultimately ran out of runs to defend at Bay Oval.04 Oct 10:16 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesInternational Kiwi sportsman caught drink-driving, challenges convictionThe man, who's represented NZ internationally, was well above the legal limit.04 Oct 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesPowerful portraits put older generations at the heart of Tauranga festivalBob Tulloch’s winning portrait features former Elms tour guide Wayne McIndoe.03 Oct 10:09 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Daily struggle': Firefighters say staff shortages risk delayed responsesCareer firefighters are preparing to go on strike later this month.03 Oct 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesDisgraced music promoter speaks out after losing name suppressionThe convicted sex offender Pato Alvarez says he 'never intended to deny responsibility'.03 Oct 02:50 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhakaari families speak as coronial inquiry opens in WhakatāneFamilies told the inquest the deadly White Island eruption changed their lives forever.03 Oct 01:38 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesHealthcare 'out of reach' for middle NZ, says LabourMPs hold public health meeting in Tauranga, where a local says middle-cl03 Oct 01:01 AM
Bay of Plenty Times Major delay on SH1 near KarapiroPolice say one lane has reopened but diversions and delays remain in place.03 Oct 12:14 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesEmpty streets, fewer sales: Businesses hit by new parking rulesOne owner says her café is losing $1000 a week since paid parking began.02 Oct 09:05 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesLifeguards perform CPR on child pulled from NZ's biggest wave poolMembers of the public handed the child to lifeguards, who were able to resuscitate them.02 Oct 06:39 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesSix injured, one critical after BoP highway crashOne person was flown to Tauranga in critical condition after the crash.02 Oct 05:58 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'All we could see was flames': Cause of three-car fire investigatedA fire investigator has examined the scene, as police investigate a wilful damage report.02 Oct 05:14 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesProtest brews over confiscated Maketū propertiesThe properties are the subject of a years-long legal dispute. 02 Oct 05:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesClinic offers ADHD diagnosis and treatment plan 'in as little as seven days''It’s about giving families the clarity and support ... without years of uncertainty.'01 Oct 11:46 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMaking bank in the Bay! Small town sells winning Lotto First Division ticketSaturday’s Powerball jackpot climbs to $12m after no winner last night.01 Oct 10:25 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesLeeder steps down after 12 years: The projects he's most proud ofDairy farmer Doug Leeder is retiring from the Bay of Plenty Regional Council.01 Oct 08:03 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'We just wanna know that he’s okay': Whānau plea for missing manPolice believe he could now be in either Tauranga or Hastings.01 Oct 07:58 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFarewell, 'Mr Magic': The engineer-turned-artist who painted through the painMike Maynard spent over 20 years helping people heal through art, even after his stroke. 01 Oct 05:00 PM
Sport‘Hungry for more’: The innings that should change Black Cap’s life foreverTim Robinson wasn’t meant to face Australia, but scored an unbeaten century at Bay Oval.01 Oct 04:02 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesAir Chathams secures Govt backing to restore Whakatāne-Auckland flightsThe service will trial an interline deal linking directly with Air New Zealand.01 Oct 01:48 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesChristmas Day for anglers: Trout fishing season opens on Rotorua lakes Hundreds of boats are expected on Lakes Rotoiti, Tarawera and Okataina today.30 Sep 11:26 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesGroundsman confident ahead of Bay Oval T20 opener tonightAll three T20s will be played on the same pitch in Mount Maunganui.30 Sep 10:41 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMuscle Mum! Pro bodybuilder on balancing family and health pitfallsShe plans to make her professional bodybuilding debut in 2027.30 Sep 09:11 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFresh bids to revive two closed bars in Tauranga suburbsNew liquor licences are being sought for Welcome Bay Tavern and Maungatapu Sports Bar.30 Sep 08:37 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhat’s behind the mystery smell hanging over KawerauBay of Plenty Regional Council has fielded 41 odour complaints since Sept 21.30 Sep 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Unique installation': Artists bring wonder boxes to Tauranga Art GalleryTania Lewis-Rickard and Tawhai Rickard debut a collaborative art box installation. 30 Sep 02:04 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesDoco goes behind the scenes of the Steamers' high-stakes weekFilm-makers followed the Steamers during the week before the NPC Grand Final in 2024.30 Sep 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesInquest into deadly White Island eruption a ‘waste of taxpayers’ money’, says victim's relativeAlmost six years after the eruption that killed 22, a coroner will examine what happened.29 Sep 11:21 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBay of Plenty dairy farm company fined $59k for effluent spills'It cannot take a hands-off approach to the extent it did,' the judge said.29 Sep 10:46 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMerivale Community Centre opens new chapter for localsMore than 150 people gathered for the blessing of the new centre on Friday.29 Sep 07:18 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMinister’s office briefed after woman allegedly murdered person inside car in Bay of PlentyA 34-year-old woman has appeared in Whakatāne District Court on murder charges.29 Sep 06:29 PM
