New ZealandSinger's 'mews' returns after 8 yearsFletcher Oxford was so heartbroken about the disappearance of his cat he performed a song on national TV imploring her to come home - 8 years later, she has.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDame Susan Devoy: Take on more refugeesRace Relations Commission Dame Susan Devoy says NZ needs to take on more refugees to show it is deserving of a seat at the UN Security Council.17 Jun 03:37 AM
BusinessThe avocado bandits pushing up pricesBrazen thieves have been targeting avocado growers in the district, with up to a dozen theft complaints to Western Bay police in the past six weeks.15 Jun 08:19 PM
New ZealandBaby death: Parents face manslaughter chargesThe Bay of Plenty parents accused of causing the death of their 8-month-old baby boy will defend the allegation at a jury trial.14 Jun 11:53 PM
New ZealandRuptured gas main in central TaurangaEmergency services are responding to a gas leak in central Tauranga.14 Jun 11:13 PM
New ZealandKiwi's KFC stunt 'traumatised my girl'Kiwi lifesaving champ branded gutless by father of little girl hit by flying tub of KFC coleslaw.09 Jun 08:30 PM
ConstructionLeaky school dispute tips builder into liquidationA dispute between a Tauranga builder and the Ministry of Education over school weathertightness issues tipped the builder into liquidation, an official report says.08 Jun 11:38 PM
New ZealandHomicide investigation after baby's deathPolice have confirmed they are treating the death of a 3-month-old baby in Tauranga as suspicious.08 Jun 02:29 AM
New ZealandSeniors Party vying for older voteA new political party has formed and is vying for the older vote.08 Jun 12:01 AM
LifestyleBeauty queen banks big bucksCharity officials have been left stunned by the efforts of this Tauranga beauty queen.05 Jun 10:00 PM
New ZealandPerson injured in house fireThree fire trucks and ambulance staff are at the scene, on Cumberland Crescent in Welcome Bay.05 Jun 06:49 PM
New Zealand$53.5m schooling package revealedThe investment of $53.5m in schools in Tauranga, Hamilton and Hawkes Bay is part of the Budget 2016.03 Jun 01:30 AM
LifestyleBay birthday girl looking forward to 100thIrene More was born on the fifth day of June, 1916.03 Jun 12:24 AM
New ZealandLegalising euthanasia gains support in BayA recent survey of Bay of Plenty residents carried out by Bay of Plenty MP Todd Muller found a majority were in favour of a law change.02 Jun 06:00 PM
BusinessBuyers skip basic checks to nab a homeAuckland's effect on the property market is pushing first home buyers in the regions to the limit as they buy homes without first setting foot inside.02 Jun 05:00 PM
BusinessCouncil required to open land for housingFive councils - Auckland, Tauranga, Hamilton, Queenstown and Christchurch - will be affected by new policy released by the Government this afternoon.01 Jun 09:00 PM
New ZealandCourt denies father leave to appealA Tauranga father is vowing to fight on after his son's heart was taken without his consent.01 Jun 08:25 PM
New Zealand'Our darling girl is gone'EXCLUSIVE: The parents of a New Zealander grabbed by a crocodile in Australia have spoken of their pain as authorities continue to search for the missing woman.30 May 10:17 PM
New ZealandHousing project brings families joyTwelve families who had been struggling to find a healthy home were at the centre of celebrations in a Tauranga housing project at the weekend.29 May 11:30 PM
New ZealandWoman driving with knees while on phoneThe distracted driver is one of more than 20 people fined on one of the Western Bay of Plenty's worst blackspots.26 May 08:31 PM
New ZealandThe Hugh Hefner of the police dog worldYoda's legacy shows dogged determination.25 May 08:41 PM
New ZealandIdeas to address Tauranga's 'hidden homeless' epidemicAbout 140 people are currently living without basic shelter within walking distances of one of the region's most vulnerable schools, it was revealed at a community meeting last night.24 May 08:41 PM
New ZealandGood news for Tauranga boy, AustinAustin Manning has received life-changing surgery in America at St Louis Children Hospital.23 May 08:10 PM
New ZealandBay artist's 'tattoos' bring smiles to little facesAn airbrushed tattoo on a 5-year-old has become an internet phenomenon that could bring smiles to the faces of children at Starship Children's Health.23 May 07:40 PM
