Latest from Bay of Plenty

'Radical shift': Oranga Tamariki partners with Bay Māori

'Bringing the two waka together so we are paddling together in the same direction.'

Tauranga motorists warned of fake parking tickets

A fradulent ticket was placed on a vehicle in Mount Maunganui.

Police appeal for help to find woman missing in Te Puke

Louise is not familiar with the Te Puke area.

New kiwifruit initiative gives back to community

At the same time, it aims to address the labour shortage in the kiwifruit industry.

White Island: Finger pointed back at WorkSafe

WorkSafe has charged 13 parties with health and safety breaches.

Letters: Why is Scott Watson still languishing behind bars?

Our readers have their say.

Trial date set for Waiohau murder accused

Three men will defend an allegation of murdering Whakātane father Jamaine Wharton.

'A dereliction of duty': Extra hospital beds not ready until April 2022

Tauranga Hospital has received Government funding for six extra urgent-care beds.

Letters: Tenants have been given too many rights

Our readers have their say.

Positive case found at Brookfield School, police station location of interest

A confirmed virus case has been identified in the Brookfield School community.

16 years running: Business block in CBD raises $7200

Cooney Lees Morgan has once again rallied 15 businesses to give back

'Gorgeous' or 'terrible'? CBD businesses, ratepayer groups react to $300m civic precinct plan

Business leaders, retailers, and ratepayer representatives don't hold back on the plans.

Martial arts instructor turned drug kingpin headed meth op to fund 'high-life'

The meth bust was 1kg away from becoming New Zealand's largest drug importation raid.

Todd Muller U-turns on political retirement after National reshuffle

The new National Party caucus was revealed today.

Jo Raphael: You have a choice about vaccines, make the right one

OPINION: Anti-vaxxers are not being discriminated against.

Getting vaccinated a 'no-brainer' for Bay lifeguards

Lifeguards - including volunteers - are required to be fully vaccinated by January 1.