Bank robbery shooting: Dead Mongrel Mob member on meth, fired at police
The man was shot by officers after reports of family harm incident, bank robbery.
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National Geographic moved by Kiwis' welcoming spirit
National Geographic team moved by NZ's welcoming spirit.
House built by students moves to new home
Toi Ohomai charity house moves to new home.
Elephant seal remains in Whakatāne
Momoa the elephant seal has moved away from the limelight but remains in Whakatāne.
Crane to lift truck in fatal crash from river, closing SH2
A truck involved in a fatal crash is being lifted out of a river near Ōpōtiki today.
Rangitāiki River recommendations completed, says council
Regional council has implemented recommendations from flood report.
Occupants narrowly flee vehicle before train hits
The vehicle was found 'wrapped around' an oncoming train.
Obscured sight line issue for truckie killed at rail crossing
Report into the death of Waste Management driver Wayne Faga released today.
Colour-coded recycling bins come to Whakatāne streets
A recycling trial will begin this month in Whakatāne.
Study looking for pregnant women
A university is looking for local pregnant women to participate in a study.
Motorcycle warning from police after deaths in the Bay of Plenty
Police urge extra caution with more motorcycles on the road.
Māori artist urges women to speak up
Mana wahine is inspiration behind her Waitangi artwork. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Motorcyclists die in horror weekend on Bay roads
Police are investigating both crashes
Elephant seal still resident in Whakatāne
Momoa the elephant seal remains in Whakatāne.
Round the clock surveillance for Momoa
Momoa has spent most of the past month on the shores of the Whakatāne River mouth.
'Intense' fire at Matata
Rural Fire controller: "The wind was driving the fire. It would have kept going."
Bay of Plenty measles cases confirmed
Two cases of measles in Bay of Plenty confirmed.
Cyclist in Ōhope crash dies from injuries
Police say Max Kerrison, a cyclist who was involved in a crash on Saturday, has died.
'Got the heart rate going': Swimmer makes way back to beach after shark sighting
A Rotorua man tells of having to swim past sharks to reach the shore.
Cyclist resuscitated by surf lifesavers after crash with car
Beach umbrellas were used as a tent in the soaring heat to work on the injured cyclist.
Cyclist in critical condition after Ōhope crash
The crash involved a car, and it happened on West End Road in the beach carpark.
Seal of approval: Momoa is back in Whakatāne!
Momoa has been snapped soaking in the sun at the Whakatāne Yacht Club.
One man critical after car and bike incident in Ōhope
One male has been taken to Whākatane Hospital in a critical condition.
Theia to headline Whakatāne Seafood Festival
Kiwi pop artist Theia set to headline the first ever Whakatāne's Seafood Festival.
Good behaviour in water welcome after last year's figures
People's water safety has been good so far this season out on Rotorua lakes.
Three hospitalised with meningococcal infections
A public health official says people need to be on alert for symptoms of the disease.
Rotorua Fishing and Casting Club to host 50th Surf Fishing Bonanza
Prizes exceed $10,000 in value, including a special children's section.
Victory for Mount riders at annual Whakatāne Summercross
The annual Whakatāne Summercross is an iconic event on the Kiwi motocross calendar.
Honoured for services to Māori and governance
Whakatāne's Pouroto Ngaropo is to be a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
John Pullar honoured in New Year list
Whakatāne's John Pullar has been honoured in the New Year 2019 list.
Whakatāne Lotto player wins Ford Mustang
One lucky Lotto player is driving away with a brand new Ford Mustang.
Elephant seal draws Whakatāne crowds
An elephant seal has been spotted at different Eastern Bay beaches this week.
Police investigating Christmas Day Whakatāne stabbing
Police are appealing for further information from anyone who saw or heard the incident.
Christmas Day celebrations turn to horror after house ransacked
Burglary breaks hearts of homeowners after house ransacked, sentimental items destroyed.