New ZealandPolice should not have pursued biker who later crashed and died - IPCAThe officer was pursuing a motorcyclist in Whakatāne on March 16 this year.10 Dec 10:19 PM
New ZealandPools, tools, designer clothes: $10k of stolen property recoveredThree people are due to appear in court accused of shoplifting in Tauranga.10 Dec 08:14 PM
New Zealand‘It's time’: $128m Tauranga museum greenlit after 25 years of talksTauranga will have a museum by 2029 after talking about it for 25 years.10 Dec 06:04 AM
New Zealand'Tears keep falling': Two men, two women killed in crash near Rotorua'It’s a tragedy to have lost four people so suddenly.'10 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Forever 8': Sobs as duo accused of killing boy appear in courtPeople wore T-shirts bearing Rickah’Shae’s image and the words 'Forever 8'.10 Dec 03:46 AM
New ZealandA shark sighting, a missing kite surfer and a plane crashAll in a weekend's work for Eastern Region surf lifeguards.10 Dec 01:59 AM
New ZealandVolunteers unite at Tauranga foodbank amid soaring demand for helpDrawn to helping people, Jessica Stewart works fulltime at Tauranga Community Foodbank.09 Dec 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Warms our hearts': Profits from Maketū Pies to fund community training, say ownersLocal praise as Maketū Pies profits to aid Te Arawa youth training.09 Dec 09:49 PM
New Zealand'Way overdue': Mental health unit budget rises by $17m, completion further delayedThe unit was initially expected to be finished in 2023.09 Dec 04:02 PM
New ZealandSH2 barriers a danger to staff, trucking boss saysLocal businesses hit hard by SH2 median barriers as trucking firm warns of safety risks.09 Dec 03:56 PM
New ZealandSerious crashes on SH5 at Whakarewarewa, south of Rotorua and SH1 north of TokoroEmergency services have responded to a serious crash on SH5 at Whakarewarewa, south of Rotorua, and a second crash on SH1 north of Tokoroa. Video / Maryana Garcia / Ben FraserWatch09 Dec 08:19 AM
New ZealandWoman charged with murder over death of 8yo in Bay of PlentyThe young boy died in Whakatāne Hospital following an alleged assault last month.09 Dec 01:28 AM
New ZealandMachete, tools used in liquor store robberyPolice said they were called to Old Taupo Rd around 9.40pm.08 Dec 11:31 PM
New Zealand'Incredible': Staff secretly renovate colleague's home after terminal diagnosisThe Stoney Creek team renovated an employee's home, showing great care and compassion.08 Dec 05:46 PM
New Zealand'Could’ve lost my child': Mum's reaction after toddler escaped over daycare fenceThe centre offered an apology to the mother and has taken 'full responsibility'.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Super’ Christmas parade in PāpāmoaThe float parade had everything from Spider-Man to live sheep.08 Dec 03:17 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerSpark's 40% plunge: What went wrong for the telecom giant?OPINION: Spark removed from global index, share buyback questioned as debt rises.08 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandCity considers installing fluoride-free water tap at the borderSupplying unfluoridated water to Tauranga locals will be discussed at a meeting on Monday.08 Dec 03:03 AM
New ZealandZ Manu World Champs: Tauranga event showcases Kiwiana diving skillsTauranga Z Manu World Champs celebrates splashy jumps with skill, style, and competition.07 Dec 11:50 PM
New ZealandFoodbank grateful for community's 'hard yakka''Your support makes a direct and positive impact on the lives of others,' says the boss.07 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandHow long can you last? New endurance running event comes to McLaren FallsThe event that keeps going as long as you do.07 Dec 01:17 AM
New ZealandRetailers upbeat about the lead-up to ChristmasThe comments come days after shoppers spent more than $11m over Black Friday.06 Dec 08:07 PM
New ZealandBoP officers recognised for bravery under gunfireFour Bay of Plenty police officers have been honoured in the New Zealand Bravery Awards.05 Dec 10:54 PM
New Zealand'Great news': New jobs as big new store opens in RotoruaThe store is opening in Rotorua Central in time for people doing their Christmas shopping.05 Dec 04:03 PM
New Zealand'My heart just broke': Witness' grief comes 'flooding back' after swimming hole tragedy'You just feel so wholeheartedly for these people that are going through this tragedy ...'05 Dec 04:03 PM
New ZealandCautious optimism in tiny town as iconic pie company given third lifeThe new owner was among 'a number of interested parties'.05 Dec 04:13 AM
New Zealand'Too old': Local board chairman claims 'ageism' forced him to quit the roleThe Waihī Beach Community Board chairman stepped down at a tense meeting.05 Dec 12:25 AM
New ZealandEpic trolley dash! What this Mum grabbed in 90 secondsMum races to fill trolley, celebrating son's inspiring cancer journey.04 Dec 11:06 PM
New ZealandRāhui put on BoP swimming hole after deathEmergency services were called to the scene about 6.15pm.04 Dec 06:59 PM
New ZealandEmergency services race to water-related incident near Bay of Plenty swimming holePolice said further information would be released when they're in a position to do so.04 Dec 07:14 AM
New ZealandShane Edwards’ death: Police going door-to-door in TokoroaShane Edwards went missing on May 14, 2022. His remains were recently found.04 Dec 02:49 AM
New ZealandScrub fire about 1ha in size under controlThe fire is in steep terrain, and crews are working to extinguish it.04 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandYoung swim stars named: Athletes set for global stageMuchirahondo breaks Danyon Loader's 400m IM NZ record by over 4 seconds, smashing titles.03 Dec 11:30 PM
New ZealandWhānau rally for city's first Māori ward councillor struck by rare illnessLocals will climb Mauao to fundraise for Tauranga councillor Mikaere Sydney.03 Dec 11:25 PM
