Drum roll: Singing star scores a knighthood
Singer John Rowles has been made a knight for his services to entertainment.
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Louds sounds heard from White Island crater
Lake reforming in volcano's crater may be behind reported noises.
Man hurt carrying pig rescued after 10 hours
A hunting trip to an unexpected - and painful - turn when a man fell and broke his ankle.
100 lightning strikes in Bay
A thunderstorm crossed Tauranga about 6am, moving towards Whakatāne around 7am
Government quashes Ōpōtiki harbour project
Shane Jones said will not support the project in its current form.
Rees inducted into Motorcycling NZ Hall of Fame
The honours just keep piling up for Bay of Plenty man Tony Rees.
Whakatāne vote against Māori wards
Whakatāne has voted against the proposed introduction of Māori Wards.
Muggy northerlies continue, rain and thunderstorms for some
Yesterday Whangārei topped the country at 23.9C, with Auckland close behind on 23.7C.
Kawerau crash victim named
Police have released the name of the man who died in the crash in Kawerau on May 11.
Ute crashes into large tree blocking SH30
"Massive" tree blocking State Highway 30 at Rotoiti Forest.
Gyrocopter crash at Whakatane Airport
Fire and Emergency NZ are currently responding to the crash.
Hunter's shotguns seized in Bay of Plenty
Seizures come after Fish & Game and police take hard line on hunting offences.
Woman seriously hurt after falling from horse
Injured rider flown to Tauranga for specialist treatment.
Send in the drones: Probing White Island's toxic plume
Scientists are using drones to go where they can't - into White Island's toxic plume.
Chris Finlayson: Whakatohea report wrong
Chris Finlayson says the Waitangi Tribunal report about Whakatohea is wrong.
Edgecumbe Volunteer Fire Brigade named supreme winners
Edgecumbe Volunteer Fire Brigade winners at the Trustpower National Community Awards.
Cherry picker stolen from Bay of Plenty town
A cherry picker was stolen from a small Bay of Plenty town this week.
NZTA finds money for Edgecumbe Bridge facelift
The Edgecumbe Bridge had been described as an eyesore by residents - but not for long.
Fifth teenager arrested after Flaxmere homicide
Five teens have now been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
Local Focus: Hundreds acknowledge one year on from the April 6 flood
Edgecumbe residents enjoy food, music and togetherness. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Edgecumbe: 'They said it wouldn't happen again'
Edgecumbe locals are taking aim at the regional council. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Flood pushes house off foundations: 'It broke my heart'
Disasters affect everyone in unexpected ways. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Edgecumbe one year on: Generosity overwhelming
Furniture, clothes, toiletries, shoes, appliances and linen arrived by the truckload.
Watch: 'You wanna fight?' - Gang members threaten Boy star
Footage shows Mongrel Mob members threatening James Rolleston at waterfront.
Kiwi hit by car makes rare recovery
A kiwi bird seriously injured after being hit by a car, has made a full recovery.
A year of highs and lows for Edgecumbe
Almost one year ago Edgecumbe was evacuated as floodwater engulfed the town.
100 cannabis plants found in Matahina Forest
Two more men have also been arrested in relation to Operation Notus.
Police raid on Mob HQ: 25 arrests, vehicles seized
Raids are result of a six-month investigation into organised crime and illicit drugs.
Watch: Police raid targets Mongrel Mob gang headquarters
Armed police are raiding homes in the Bay of Plenty town of Kawerau.
Appeal for witnesses in fatal Kawerau crash
Police believe a couple stopped in the area after the crash.
Storm leaves slips and flooding in eastern Bay of Plenty
Road users warned to take particular care in the Wainui, Waimana and Kutarere areas.