'White sand, warm water': BoP to the fore in Best Beach competition
The region took eight of the 15 final placings, and won three of the five categories.
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'It's just colossal': Flood damage to Waimarino estimated to be $90k
The adventure park became submerged by metre-deep water in the floods.
Plumbers share advice on how to protect your home from flooding
It's not unusual to find tennis balls or children's toys blocking up drains, plumbers say.
SH2 closed in Karangahake Gorge, more bad weather on the way.
It comes as a severe weather warning has been issued for the Bay of Plenty tomorrow.
Te Puke bridge: Temporary bridge set to be installed
About 30 properties upstream from the bridge have been impacted.
'Err on the side of caution': Mayor urging residents to be on high alert
Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast for the Bay of Plenty over the next few days.
Weather: 'Here it comes' - weather system that caused deadly deluge tracking back over top of North Island
Warnings and watches are in place for regions across the top half of the North Island.
Train track closure could cause 'serious problems' for logging industry
KiwiRail says high water levels are impeding the investigation and track assessment.
A 'complete write-off': Family’s belongings, car left ‘submerged’ after flooding
“At about 1am, it was turning into a lake.”
Tauranga schools prepare for rolls increases in 2023
Principals' concerns over provisional roll numbers.
Live: On edge - 'We are very vulnerable': Aucklanders brace for second big deluge; heavy rain set to hit Northland; entire state highway washes away
More heavy rain is set to hit Auckland and other North Island regions from Sunday.
'Lucky to get out alive': Family escape from home after mudslide hits
“We are still trying to get our head around what happens next.”
'The bridge has gone': About 30 properties affected after bridge washes out
The council is working to establish a possible emergency access track.
Business digest: Bay Trust grant to help campsite run 'off grid'
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Severe weather warnings lifted, people urged to stay away from rivers, floodwaters
Anyone who sees any flooding or slips is asked to ring the council.
Live: 'Significant' rain, gales expected to hit Auckland; 19 homes red-stickered; flood victim named
More heavy rain is set to hit Auckland and other North Island regions from Sunday.
'Carnage': Train derails near Te Puke after 'significant' rainfall
The two-person train crew are uninjured.
Cash, alcohol, chocolate and cruises: The gifts offered to police
Most gifts were accepted and either donated to a charity or shared among staff.
The job market: What to look out for and put your best foot foward
Here's how to make the most of the candidate-driven job market in 2023.
Flooding closes Auckland motorways, cars left floating
Auckland is under a state of emergency after heavy rain causes widespread damage.
Jo Raphael: Personal attacks on ex-PM shameful
OPINION: At least eight people were charged with threatening to kill her during her term.
Live: State of emergency in Auckland - one dead; New SH1 motorway opened to rescue motorists; airport closed
The Fire Service has made more than 1500 callouts to help people in need.
Civil Defence warning: Rising floodwaters trap residents in West Auckland, NZDF called in
Rising floodwaters have left streets and homes swamped.
'Not afraid of a bit of rain': One Love festival 'all go' despite wet weather
Surf Lifesaving champs also still on, but Black Falcon display off.
Live: Heavy rain, strong winds wreak havoc in Auckland, North Island regions
Rain is battering Auckland and the top of the North Island.
‘Bigger and better’: Auto Extravaganza to go ahead after two years disruption
The car, bike and truck show will take place on The Strand with proceeds going to St John.
Free lodging, 'triple' the pay: NZ nurse moving to Australia speaks out
'I do know I will never be able to afford a home and that is something I'd like to do.'
'A lot of love': Biggest One Love ever among event lineup for long weekends
The "iconic" festival is a staple in the New Zealand events calendar.
Letters to the editor: Allow for consultation with affected neighbours
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
One of the last empty sections at Coromandel beach spot sells for $820k
New owners camp on their new plot within hours of buying it.
Opinion: Building up not out needs embracing
Opinion: The days of the quarter-acre dream could be in the rearview.
Letters to the editor: Tauranga city looking scruffy; developing good government
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
'It’s killing me': Pensioner's heartbreak after house bus stolen
John Payne's beloved Coaster was one of the vehicles stolen in a spate of vehicle thefts.
Dozens of sunglasses stolen within minutes during early break-in
Police responded to a report of a burglary at a commercial premises on Cameron Rd.