New ZealandOrca encounter one in a millionMarine enthusiast Nathan Pettigrew was kayaking near Rabbit Island when he noticed a large dorsal fin pop up in front of him.30 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandFine increased in meat hook impaling caseJason Matahiki was impaled by a meat hook at Affco's Rangiuru plant back in August 2014. File/Photo/A_180416NZHMSAFFCO4.JPG The fine 29 Nov 06:36 AM
New ZealandTracks at Mount Maunganui to closeThe two tracks leading to the summit of Mauao at Mount Maunganui will be closed for at least a week from Monday. Tauranga City Council 28 Nov 08:14 PM
New Zealand'Unique' bridge will be a tourist attractionBy Ruth Keber The iconic new Wairoa Bridge. Photos/Supplied 281116RK01BOP.JPG 281116RK02BOP.JPG 281116RK03BOP.JPGBlair Johnston28 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandCruise ship tourist killed in crash namedAn American tourist who died on a bike ride in Tauranga has been named.28 Nov 05:53 PM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Future of fishing hangs in the balanceThe Ministry for Primary Industries is touring the country holding public consultation meetings, seeking feedback about its 'Future of our Fisheries' programme.Watch27 Nov 11:23 PM
Business$5.7m house Tauranga's biggest saleThe couple who bought a luxurious Mount Maunganui property for $5.7 million paid Tauranga's top residential sale for 2016.27 Nov 05:52 PM
New ZealandBuilder fined for dangerous gasfittingWhen the house was inspected, a significant gas leak was found in an upstairs pipe connected to the cooker.24 Nov 08:30 AM
New ZealandFreedom campers spark early flood of complaintsCONFUSED: Freedom camper Franz Zumpe says council signs are confusing. PHOTO/GEORGE NOVAK 221116gn03bop.JPG By Scott K MacLeod and 23 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandMan charged with Opotiki murder in courtA man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a pregnant Opotiki woman last night.23 Nov 02:41 AM
New ZealandGovt sale of 249 state houses collapsesGovernment's plan to sell hundreds of state houses to NGOs has hit another hurdle.22 Nov 08:03 PM
New ZealandMan attacked with machete and steel pipeMan suffers leg and arm injuries in machete attack.22 Nov 05:26 PM
New ZealandCruise ship tourist killed in cycle crashAn American tourist was hit and killed by a truck in Tauranga after booking a cycling tour while visiting the city on the cruise ship Celebrity Solstice.22 Nov 05:00 PM
PoliticsNew spirit of openness on Tauranga councilThe abolition of secret briefings has been labelled dubbed a victory for democracy by re-elected Tauranga city councillor Rick Curach. He 22 Nov 04:30 AM
New ZealandEnjoy the heat, while you canCaption: Austin Shooter/Slack, 6, was enjoying the sunny weather down at the Mount yesterday. Photo/George Novak 211116gn13bop.JPG Temperatures 21 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandArmed police block road in Tauranga meth bustA reporter at the scene in Tauranga said armed police were not releasing any details but there were four to five police cars outside a house.21 Nov 05:55 PM
New ZealandSniffer dogs put through paces at Tauranga portMinistry of Primary Industries biosecurity detector dog Lilly put through her paces at the Biosecurity Week Public Day at Port of 21 Nov 02:36 AM
New ZealandSimon Bridges returns from Kaikoura quake zone: 'I'll never forget it'Tauranga MP Simon Bridges will never forget the shaking of aftershocks or seeing firsthand the immense damage caused by the South 17 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandPapamoa supermarket sells another big Lotto prizeCaption: Gloria Goepel and Sharron Taylor at the lucky Papamoa Pak'n Save. Photo/Andrew Warner 171116aw01bop.JPG A $500,000 winning 17 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandCar crash causes delays near TaurangaDrivers travelling along SH 29A in Maungatapu, Tauranga should expect delays and congestion following a crash.17 Nov 06:13 AM
BusinessTauranga the answer to Auckland's woes?For some Aucklanders, moving to Tauranga is finding bliss. For others, it turns to disappointment as they struggle to find jobs.15 Nov 08:24 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Whakatane tourism boomingTourism is booming in Whakatane. Latest statistics show travellers to the region injected 115 million dollars into the local economy last year. That's an increase of 20 percent over the last three years. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch14 Nov 11:00 PM
InvestmentHope for first home buyersby David Porter[Temp photo until David finds some real people] Mount Maunganui and Papamoa Ray White Realty Focus franchise owner 14 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandHow to catch the best supermoon shotno vid FULL MOON: A picture of the moon taken by photographer Cynthia Qiu. PHOTO/CYNTHIA QIU 141116ACW01bop Local astronomers and p14 Nov 08:00 PM
LifestyleCelebrating Tauranga's inner punks in styleby Kiri GillespieSimone Anderson (left) from The Incubator and judge and punk legend Rocky Horror Picture Show's Richard O'Brien join 13 Nov 05:31 PM
CricketCricket: Captain cool in Bay's comfortable winHB v Horowhenua-KapitiFurlong Cup cricket Captain Jacob Smith celebrated his return to full health with a century as the Hawke's 13 Nov 03:30 PM
New ZealandCar break-in upsets Girl GuidesThe efforts of three girls to help homeless families has been "trampled on" after items they had fundraised for were stolen from a car.10 Nov 07:34 PM
New ZealandHeavy snow expected in South IslandRare November snow is forecast for the South Island with road snowfall warnings issued for some alpine passes.10 Nov 04:48 PM
New ZealandA Kiwi-American's tale of horror as Trump announced PresidentI was proud to be American. I was sure Hillary Clinton would win. It was unimaginable that such a dangerous buffoon could defeat 09 Nov 07:57 PM
New ZealandLotto: $44m winner keeping low profileThe lucky Lotto winner who woke up $44 million richer this morning remains unknown this morning.09 Nov 04:46 PM
New ZealandGun held to bar worker's headTauranga police continue searching for masked men who held a gun to the head of a lone bar worker and tied her hands behind her back in a "terrifying" robbery.09 Nov 01:29 AM
New ZealandHuge queues as Lotto fever strikesQueues are forming as punters try to get their hands $44 million Lotto prize.08 Nov 09:33 PM
InvestmentTrashed rental tests positive for methTauranga couple facing a $30,000 bill after their rental property was trashed hit with news their house tested positive for meth.08 Nov 07:21 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Opotiki Artist bridges culturesOpotiki Artist Jamie Boynton has unveiled his latest work, at Waiotahe Valley School centenary celebrations. The artwork reflects Mr Boynton's personal to uncover his identity, a mix of Maori and Pakeha heritage. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch07 Nov 09:28 PM
