Ohope Rd reopens after serious crash
Police were called to the two-vehicle collision mid-morning.
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Ngāi Te Rangi hosting a powhiri, the first of its kind, for those who call Aotearoa home.
'Alarming' BOP study finds microplastic in every sample
The discovery comes after the Government announced it would ban some plastic by 2025.
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A Tauranga Lotto player will be feeling lucky this morning.
Three injured in three-vehicle crash in Maungatapu
One person was trapped in a vehicle after the crash.
Mussel-ing in: Battle to save 'eco-system engineers' from sea star invasion
One PhD student said sea stars are threatening mussels in Ōhiwa Harbour.
Ōpōtiki murder trial: CCTV analysis found two persons of interest
A forensic imaging specialist gave evidence on day three of the trial.
Tauranga man charged with armed robbery and kidnapping
A Tauranga man is facing kidnapping, armed robbery and driving charges
Stop, umbrella time: Rain settles in throughout BOP
MetService has issued a series of rain, wind, and snow watches
Champions on tour! Black Caps to visit Tauranga
The Black Caps are taking the Mace on a week-long, nationwide tour of New Zealand.
'Treat it like it's Covid': Mum fighting for daughter's life as RSV soars
A Napier mum is terrified of losing her four-month-old daughter who is in ICU with RSV.
Witness recants police statement on stand during murder trial
The jury has heard more Crown evidence on day two of a Tauranga High Court murder trial.
Tūhoe leadership tussle: Activist Tame Iti shoved at protest
Protests within the Tūhoe nation show no sign of letting up.
Four people in Tauranga Hospital's ICU with RSV
Close to 30 children have been admitted to hospital in the past four days.
Fatally crushed: Ill sparkie and 'wrong' wiring surface in final day of inquest
Director of the manufacturer of the truck involved disputes suggestions of 'wrong' wiring.
Live updates: One new Covid case in MIQ today
The new case arrived in New Zealand from the Philippines via Singapore on June 19.
Cancer-fighting sponge? Discovery off BOP coast
The next step would be getting samples to analyse the sponges and formally identify them.
Person seen trying to get into vehicles at traffic lights
Police are urging members of the public to remain vigilant.
Tauranga Synchro claim swag of medals
More than 130 competitors took to the pool at the weekend
GP shortage leaves patients waiting two weeks for appointment
Health professionals warn of a looming 'crisis point'.
Armed police at scene of reported aggravated robbery
The alleged robbery was reported to the police at 7.55am.
Simon Bridges shares fitting farewell to father, Heath
The National MP said it was his father who instilled the values of service and community.
Feedback wanted on future Tauranga events
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Jo Raphael: Stargazing gives us the opportunity to practise Matariki principles
OPINION: Matariki will give us time to slow down and reflect.
Coldest days of the year: Early morning crashes, police warn drivers to take care
It is another frosty start to the day in the Bay of Plenty.
Dawn Picken: Saddened but not surprised by sexual assault report
Opinion: It's hard to deal with despicable behaviour happening under our noses.
'Dangerous' wire ropes and 'nobody can get off the road' on section of SH2
Residents wanted wire ropes removed and a place for drivers to safely pull over.
Zizi Sparks: What's needed to fix our CBDs
Opinion: Councils need to think outside the box.
Media Council rules in favour of Bay of Plenty Times
The media council found 'no evidence that the reporting was inaccurate'.