New ZealandVaccine verifier app goes live, Govt warns there'll be glitchesBusinesses will be able to download an app that will verify their customers' vax status.22 Nov 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Desperate act of self-defence' or 'murderous intent'? Murder trial beginsDefendant accused of murdering one man and disfiguring another.22 Nov 08:09 PM
New ZealandPositive Covid-19 case visited Tauranga retirement villageThe Ministry of Health says the situation will be closely managed.22 Nov 06:55 AM
New ZealandDid you visit this Tauranga hair salon? You need to self-isolateAuthorities are expected to release more locations of interest today.21 Nov 11:35 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Not a hangover' but 'the onset of meningitis'The disease can move from flu-like symptoms to death within 48 hours.21 Nov 10:52 PM
New ZealandTraffic light system move within days of November 29: PMAfter almost 100 days, Auckland is set to see restrictions eased next week.21 Nov 10:23 PM
EnvironmentRemaining dotterel chicks perish at Waihi BeachThere are just five pairs of dotterels from Waihi Beach to Bowentown21 Nov 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsOh ship! Six-month delays for furniture as global supply woes hit homeSettle in for a long wait if you want to furnish your home in the near future.20 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Increased workloads' and 'stress': 123 unvaccinated DHB staff stood downThe deadline for DHB staff to have received their first dose was Monday.19 Nov 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCrime'Everything went haywire': Top detective reveals career-ending diagnosisWhy Detective Inspector Mark Loper has been forced to bow out early from his career.19 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandLive: New Covid cases from Kaitāia to Wellington, particular fears for NorthlandCases continue to emerge across the North Island.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwis get a look at longest partial lunar eclipse visible in NZ for 800 yearsThe moon's face was 97 per cent covered by the deepest part of the Earth's shadow.19 Nov 06:47 AM
New ZealandHave you been here? Today's Covid locations of interestSome linked locations are in Tokoroa, Matamata, Bethlehem, Hamilton and Mt Maunganui.19 Nov 06:31 AM
New ZealandThe growing list of schools dealing with Covid casesThe approach taken at each school has been different, based on public health advice.19 Nov 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We just need to keep testing': Results delayed after test surge call for more as Covid spreadsThere were no new cases in the Lakes yesterday but there is still a delay for virus tests.18 Nov 08:24 PM
New ZealandEpsom Girls Grammar student tests positive for Covid-19EGGS principal said a student has tested positive for Covid-19.18 Nov 08:51 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA 'wake-up call': What confirmed Covid cases mean for TaurangaOne case was in Tauranga and one was in Mount Maunganui.18 Nov 07:42 AM
New Zealand'Vax in the Hood': Gangs join forces as Covid hitsThe members had taken it upon themselves to protect their community.18 Nov 06:00 AM
TravelWhy All Blacks legend Richie McCaw was in RotoruaRichie McCaw is in Rotorua to celebrate three tourism operators being awarded by Qualmark.17 Nov 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Fear, anxiety, worry': Why teacher would rather quit job he 'loves' than get the jabOther unvaccinated people in the district have taken leave without pay.16 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Bay bus network refresh rolls outNew direct bus services linking Pāpāmoa, The Mount and Tauranga CBD go live.16 Nov 03:31 AM
New ZealandWatch: MP ordered to leave Parliament after quizzing Health MinisterThe Rotorua MP asked Health Minister Andrew Little about ICU beds in the Lakes DHB.16 Nov 02:44 AM
New ZealandLakes DHB testing numbers increase four-fold, locations of interest revealedVaccination numbers also increased in the Lakes DHB region.15 Nov 06:52 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandEarly learning sector in 'dire straits' before mandateThe Covid-19 vaccine mandate deadline ended yesterday.15 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'A disaster waiting to happen': Four ICU beds for population of 116,000DHB chief describes the situation as 'very concerning'.15 Nov 07:03 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuSchool pupils succeed in changing name of Tauranga reserveA proposal by a local school was behind the move to change the name of Yatton Park.15 Nov 06:42 AM
New ZealandWoman assaulted, killed, house set on fire: Police chase new leadsTirau woman Roma Joseph was seriously assaulted and died four years ago.15 Nov 03:36 AM
New ZealandDisassembled secret P lab discovered by police in the Far NorthA shotgun and stolen vehicle were found at the same rural Mangonui address as the P lab.14 Nov 10:52 PM
New ZealandHealth authorities warn rural Māori most at riskNew cases in Rotorua, Taupō and Tararua among the record 207 reported yesterday.14 Nov 05:24 PM
New ZealandPedestrian killed by train in Bay of PlentyA pedestrian has been killed after being hit by a train in the Bay of Plenty.14 Nov 05:11 PM
New ZealandPolice investigating homicide of 5yo release boy's photoVictim named while detectives ask for people to come forward.14 Nov 08:36 AM
New ZealandRecord 207 new Covid cases, one death - virus spreads south in North Island, 12 police officers isolatingNew cases in Rotorua and the Tararua district were confirmed this morning.14 Nov 06:53 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Is Tauranga ready for community spread of Covid-19?Opinions on Tauranga's use of Covid health guidelines.14 Nov 02:37 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Tauranga teen's film crowned bestBay of Plenty students dominate the International Youth Silent Film Festival awards.13 Nov 08:24 PM
