New ZealandPotential measles contacts from chartered bus urged to call Healthline 'immediately'Possible contact with confirmed measles case on bus to and from Tauranga16 Feb 06:38 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle clean-up: Mauao reopens but council advises cautionThings will be 'starting to return to normal' for a lot of people in the Bay of Plenty.16 Feb 12:01 AM
New ZealandKiwifruit harvest kicks off in Pukehina despite curveballsNew Zealand’s 2023 kiwifruit harvest has kicked off.15 Feb 11:28 PM
New ZealandTwo café staff isolating after measles case visited Tauranga businessesAn infected measles case visited Tauranga businesses - a reminder to get vaccinated.15 Feb 10:55 PM
New ZealandSperm whale to be reburied after cyclone compromises burial siteThe dead whale came ashore in October.15 Feb 09:01 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Why the Bay of Plenty got off lightlyThe Bay of Plenty dodged the most severe weather due to its geography.15 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandTransport and housing 'huge' barriers for young job huntersSome students have also chosen to work and support their families.15 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Power may not be restored to some this week, SH2 at Karangahake reopensOne school will remain closed on Wednesday due to tree damage.15 Feb 07:35 AM
New Zealand'Dodged a bullet': Black Caps v England Bay Oval match to go aheadThe Black Caps are playing England in a day-night test at Bay Oval tomorrow14 Feb 08:45 PM
New ZealandBay of Plenty has highest rate nationally of young adults unemployed, not in educationThe Salvation Army says young people are not benefiting from the "booming" job market.14 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandWestern Bay of Plenty assesses damage from Cyclone Gabrielle'What’s really caused the issue here has been the storm surge.'14 Feb 08:32 AM
New Zealand'I just held my baby and we ran': Tauranga family flees as tree crashes through roof'Suddenly boom - within seconds the tree fell down'14 Feb 06:34 AM
New ZealandLive: Multiple trees down, thousands without power, schools closed after Cyclone GabrielleKeep up to date with the latest on Cyclone Gabrielle's impact in the Bay of Plenty.14 Feb 03:53 AM
New Zealand'Like being stranded on an island': No way out for Karangahake Gorge residentsDue to flooding there was no way out of the gorge in either direction.13 Feb 10:31 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle live: Thousands still without power in BoP, fallen trees block roads, schools closedLatest on Cyclone Gabrielle in the region.13 Feb 09:31 PM
New ZealandBay of Plenty Times not delivered to homes due to blocked roadsNo papers made it through.13 Feb 07:29 PM
New Zealand'Bittersweet': Mixed emotions for shark scientist who tags newborn great whiteThe same week another shark had her satellite tag ripped off by a fishing line.13 Feb 07:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Main impact felt overnightForests, roads, parks and schools were closed as Cyclone Gabrielle arrived.13 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandAll you need to know about the BOP state of emergencyBay of Plenty Civil Defence announced a region-wide state of emergency on Monday.13 Feb 11:38 AM
New ZealandImported measles case visited TaurangaThe case is isolated at home and contact tracing under way.13 Feb 08:09 AM
New ZealandBOP state of emergency: Civil Defence on alert as high tide approachesThe cyclone has been wreaking havoc across the top of the North Island on Monday.13 Feb 03:28 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Cyclone Gabrielle brings huge swells to Mt Maunganui and Pāpāmoa beachesMauao base track and Moturiki (Leisure Island) are closed due to high swells.13 Feb 02:42 AM
AthleticsTauranga runner Sam Tanner beats personal best at Millrose GamesIt comes as George Beamish smashed the national 3000m record.13 Feb 12:36 AM
New ZealandLive: Cyclone Gabrielle in BoP: Surfers brave huge swells at Mount MaunganuiHeavy rain and strong winds are forecast to lash the upper North Island.12 Feb 09:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'My life is completely different': Woman’s costly battle to get an ADHD diagnosis"I really struggled to feel like my partner loved me because of emotional dysregulation.”12 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Heavy rain, strong winds and swells lash regionSevere weather was forecast across the North Island today.12 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandCovid-19-related GP funding cut as most cases easeThe changes will apply from February 13 unless you are a vulnerable person.12 Feb 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Very vague': How schools code absence and attendance criticisedA student says the codes could better reflect mental health needs.12 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandTwo people killed in SH35 crash near ŌpōtikiA passer-by discovered the vehicle down the bank near Opape Rd.11 Feb 08:17 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDrug kingpin 'learnt from the best' - his father, court toldHe would illegally buy the drugs using the dark web, paying for it with Bitcoin.10 Feb 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Lethal combination' of strong winds, heavy rain set to hit Bay of PlentyResidents are asked to avoid driving, clear drains and have an emergency kit ready.10 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWho’s in charge? The battle for control of the Auckland portWhen Mayor Wayne Brown told the Auckland port company what to do, the company said no.10 Feb 04:00 PM
Crime'Helen Clark' MDMA scheme: Prison ordered for Gisborne man caught importing $500k ecstasy haulDefendant sentenced to prison after appearing today in the Auckland District Court.10 Feb 06:14 AM