Retailers cashing in on customers' happy vibes
Boxing Day shoppers in Rotorua and Tauranga are happy to be spending.
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One lane of the road remains closed with traffic management near the crash scene.
Man missing after jumping into water and swimming away while fleeing police
The man refused to engage with police and swam away.
Mixed Christmas sales for Bay retailers amid cost-conscious shoppers
Bay of Plenty retailers report mixed Christmas spending figures, but some remain upbeat.
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The Bay of Plenty maritime team will be checking for rule compliance.
Tauranga libraries log million-plus book loans in 2024, but which was the favourite?
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‘Extremely honoured’: Rotorua teacher makes history with excellence award
Bryony Edwards has been recognised for her teaching efforts picking up a major NEiTA award
Two dead in separate Christmas road toll crashes
The deaths are the first in this year's Christmas road toll period.
Why Rotorua’s Christmas Day forecast might dampen your plans
Rain expected in Rotorua from Christmas afternoon, continuing through Boxing Day.
Rainy Christmas forecast for Bay of Plenty and beyond
MetService forecasts warm, wet Christmas for Bay of Plenty, rain easing by Dec 27.
All the road closures that could impact your summer road trip
With lots going on around New Zealand, it's important to plan your travel route carefully.
‘Shock diagnosis’: She had no symptoms. Then she was given one year to live
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'Good for business': Cafe owner hails street's return to two-way traffic
Businesses say sales have dropped since the road was made one-way.
Pitmaster's tip for perfect Christmas turkey: 'Brine for juicy results'
Jefferies and family will enjoy a leg of lamb with summer sides.
Police warn of ‘zero tolerance’ for speeding as Tauranga’s road toll falls
Police reveal the identity of Tauranga pedestrian fatality injured in Pyes Pa crash.
350-home project on track despite developer's other company in liquidation
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Revealed: The items Bay people are trying to sneak into court
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13 Lotto winners each take home $22,652 in Second Division draw
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'A sanctuary for so many children': Dancing school closes after decades of teaching
'The contribution they’ve made to ballet in this country ... has been immense.'
'Remarkable': Ian calls time after 47 years at Rotorua company
"If you’re loyal to them, they will be loyal to you."
‘It's magical’: Kiwi teacher working as Santa's elf in Lapland village
Experiencing phenomena like the Northern Lights makes up for long work hours, Kiwi says.
'Most enormous thank you': Appeal raises record-breaking tally for foodbank
Two big business donations capped off the six-week fundraising drive.
'Blew us away': Appeal donations mean some 'get to have a Christmas this year'
Salvation Army sends massive aroha to 'generous' community as preliminary tally revealed.
'Pothole Nation': Slow-moving road trips await Kiwi holidaymakers this summer
AA's message to drivers: Be prepared for roadie delays – be polite to road workers.
Editorial: Christmas donations show community spirit still shining through
OPINION: In trying financial times, people still find the capacity to give.
Death of Spark the kiwi prompts call to slow down for 'precious taonga'
'Kiwi move quite quickly and have absolutely no road sense,' trust says.
NZTA closes passing lanes to help holiday traffic flow
The Transport Agency says traffic moves more 'steadily' with fewer lanes.
Rainbow connection: Should new crossing have had official opening?
A pride advocate is upset an opening hasn't been held for Tauranga's new rainbow crossing.
'Huge impact': Local cancer trust receives 'generous' $13k donation from Rotary club
The money will help fund 'supportive cancer care and integrative medicine' retreats.
Heavy rain warning issued for BoP, outlook for Christmas Day
An orange heavy rain warning is in force for the Bay of Plenty for Saturday.
Medical 'mistakes': Widower wants answers after losing wife, 25, to cancer
'Ultimately, it cost us time with Tasha,' her family says.
'Like coming home': Summer holidaymakers set to pack out campgrounds
'We are preparing for the busiest summer we have seen.'
Iconic Christmas display's final year before auction for charity
The popular display will be auctioned as a Mount Surf Club fundraiser.