The accident happened at about 3.15pm.

Tauranga Animal Rescue reopens after community help, success of reopening celebration.

Police were called to Dunlop Road at about 2.45am.

Police are shocked by how severely intoxicated some drivers are.

Bill Holland has been made a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

Allen-Gordon says it’s incredible to be awarded for something he finds a privilege to do.

She volunteers 30 hours a week on top of her fulltime job.

King's Birthday Honours from around Rotorua and the Bay of Plenty.

Detective Inspector Lewis Robert Warner has been made a Member of The NZ Order of Merit.

The player was one of 22 nationally who won Lotto Second Division.

How a 15-second dance launched a teen's career.

The Māori Party co-leader says his dad died peacefully this morning.

'If I do get elected, [it] would kind of be a victory for the entire city and NZ.'

Gordon Spratt Reserve will be a hub of sports on June 8.

The initiative aims to increase the city's tree canopy cover and support biodiversity.

The roundabout has since been cleared.

'Microgreens are not just the garnish on a meal at a fancy restaurant.'

One mum says Govt must do more to reduce inflation and offset the high living costs.

What is and isn't appropriate? Video / Alex Cairns

Her secret to longevity? No smoking or drinking plus lots of fruit, veges and family time.

Jason Te Brake succeeds outgoing CEO Dan Mathieson.

"Golf is fun but not everyone can afford a $500 membership to play."

Plus, how much the Tauranga and Rotorua populations have grown in five years.

The new skatepark in Mount Maunganui officially opened today.

'Golf is fun but not everyone can afford a $500 membership to play.'

'We are paying too much tax and the cost of living... is going up all the time.'

The incident happened during the third reading of the Whakatōhea Treaty settlement.

Menz Shed volunteers put time and money into helping their community.