Bay of Plenty TimesRoad rebuild to begin on SH2 near Te PunaOvernight SH2 rebuild aims to improve safety and reduce delays from roadworks.02 Jan 09:18 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRural primary school principal 'gutted' after thieves steal 'essential' tools'They are just stealing from the students.'02 Jan 04:01 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Silliness': Incidents prompt warning for beachgoers in 'most dangerous month'Holidaymakers urged to stay cautious; lifeguards report manageable issues.02 Jan 04:03 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesOlympian Mahé Drysdale reflects on first months as Tauranga mayor'We haven’t found a house yet - the housing crisis is real.'02 Jan 01:53 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesPike River, earthquakes and cats up trees: Former firefighter honouredIan Pickard has been honoured for 50 years of life-saving service.02 Jan 01:03 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Wholly unnecessary': Bay road toll rises after horror December in RotoruaToo many people have died on local roads, say police.01 Jan 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'I can’t find the words': Horror author's ironic take on NY honour'I’m supposed to be a wordsmith and just can’t get the words out.'01 Jan 03:55 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan dies in Bay of Plenty after being seen struggling in the waterThe man was pulled from the water but could not be revived, police say.01 Jan 12:47 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesFights, fireworks, family fun and almost 4500 breath tests: Tauranga rings in 2025Police were 'pleased' overall but not everyone in the city was on their best behaviour.31 Dec 11:29 PM
OpinionAleyna Martinez'Grab your rolling pin': What Tauranga leaders want to see in 2025A regional deal, a bigger pie, roads, health funding solutions and unity on the wishlists.31 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFifty years of service to conservation: 'The environment does have some value'Julian Fitter has been contributing to conservation for half a century.31 Dec 03:45 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan who died after jumping into harbour during Christmas police callout namedPolice have said he was evading arrest, but a family member disputed that.31 Dec 03:19 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesPaws and order: New police dog teams unleashedDogs and handlers graduate to boost force's frontline capacity nationwide.31 Dec 03:02 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Incredible band': US music legends The Roots rock Summer Haze festivalJimmy Fallon's house band is one of the biggest acts visiting the Bay this summer.31 Dec 12:52 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Is this for real?': Honour surprises Ngāi Te Rangi kaumātuaIhaka has been honoured with an ONZM for services to Māori and governance.30 Dec 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesHonoured power sector leader on pouring his 'heart and soul' into 55-year career'It’s important to find your passion as when you love what you do, you do your best work.'30 Dec 04:01 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesNew Year Honours: Bay of Plenty, Coromandel, Taupō recipients namedPlus - we ask why one city, unusually, has no honourees on this year's list.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRāhui updated after body found in ŌhopeLocal iwi offered condolences to the grieving whānau of the man who died.29 Dec 11:05 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Rush hour' driver caught on phone three days in a row on same road - policeHe's among more than 2000 people snapped for the same offence this year in the region.29 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesYoung Kiwi music artist's career turning point: 'I just feel like I’m in a dream'Frankie Venter's first headline show in Tauranga was the turning point of her career.29 Dec 03:00 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Volunteering certainly helps': How widower copes after losing wife of 44 years'There’s a whole lot of people out there who you can help and talk to.'28 Dec 11:30 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWatch: People run for their lives as vehicle goes on late-night rampageThe driver rammed a number of cars and a person before fleeing the scene.27 Dec 10:37 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Gorgeous': Travellers on their OE reflect on life in the Bay'A piece of me will be left here when I leave.'27 Dec 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesSearch continues for man who swam away from police during chaseIwi places rāhui on Ōhiwa Harbour as search for missing swimmer intensifies.26 Dec 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesBoP summer music festival guide: Kiwi band reveals 'ridiculous' ritualThe hottest music festivals in Taupō, Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Coromandel.26 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRetailers cashing in on customers' happy vibesBoxing Day shoppers in Rotorua and Tauranga are happy to be spending.26 Dec 04:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesFinal year of school to remember: 'I wasn’t thinking I would make it to where I did'A Year 13 student achieves success – and has big career goals.26 Dec 12:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesMan missing after jumping into water and swimming away while fleeing policeThe man refused to engage with police and swam away.25 Dec 07:41 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMixed Christmas sales for Bay retailers amid cost-conscious shoppersBay of Plenty retailers report mixed Christmas spending figures, but some remain upbeat.25 Dec 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesLifejackets, speeding, no-go zones: What water patrols are looking out forThe Bay of Plenty maritime team will be checking for rule compliance.25 Dec 04:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga libraries log million-plus book loans in 2024, but which was the favourite? NZ biographies outmuscle Prince Harry; digital memberships available during library closure.25 Dec 02:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Extremely honoured’: Rotorua teacher makes history with excellence awardBryony Edwards has been recognised for her teaching efforts picking up a major NEiTA award24 Dec 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTwo dead in separate Christmas road toll crashesThe deaths are the first in this year's Christmas road toll period.24 Dec 06:26 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesRainy Christmas forecast for Bay of Plenty and beyondMetService forecasts warm, wet Christmas for Bay of Plenty, rain easing by Dec 27.24 Dec 04:00 PM
