New ZealandShootings, fires, and more: Alarming rise in cruel acts against protected birdsNineteen incidents were recorded nationwide in the past three months.24 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Started from nothing’: From cleaning flats to running a holiday home businessThe 'boutique' business manages holiday homes in Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa.24 Jan 03:18 AM
New Zealand‘The smoke is massive': Scrub fire 90% suppressedA scrub fire has broken out in Kairua, Tauranga.24 Jan 02:31 AM
New Zealand'I was dressed up, he was dressed up': Festival friendship spans 15 yearsThe reggae fans have attended every One Love festival together – until this year.23 Jan 10:55 PM
New ZealandVietnamese plan big party for their new yearTauranga's Vietnamese community celebrates Lunar New Year for the first time together.23 Jan 08:56 PM
New Zealand'Unprovoked assault': Man found critically injured on SH2A person was found on the road in a critical condition.23 Jan 06:22 PM
New Zealand'Fly fishing royalty': 'Legendary’ Tauranga angler farewelledRichard George Marquand, better known as Dick, died from a heart attack on January 2.23 Jan 04:02 PM
New Zealand'I decided to do it for me': Why council boss quitHe says being in chief executive roles for 10 years “takes its toll”.23 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandStepdad gave young girl lollypops in exchange for silence about ongoing abuseThe man has now been jailed for 'hundreds' of indecent assaults he inflicted on her.22 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandCouncil chief executive quits'He has guided our council during a time of significant change.'22 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandGayle-force wind blows through junior Tauranga cricket clubThe 'Universe Boss' paid the young players a visit.22 Jan 01:12 AM
New ZealandCritically injured man found on Tauranga roadA person was found on the road in a critical condition at 12am.21 Jan 10:59 PM
New ZealandBar worker assaulted during robbery in opening hoursPolice called to Cameron Rd bar on Tuesday night.21 Jan 10:43 PM
New ZealandCyclist injured in Pyes Pa vehicle collisionCyclist hospitalized after collision with vehicle in Pyes Pa.21 Jan 08:10 PM
New Zealand'Deeply distressing': Daycare apologises after four children escapeThey left through a gate that 'unexpectedly malfunctioned' and were quickly returned.21 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCostly deception: Man’s crime spree with former bosses’ fuel cards, accountsJudge: He took advantage of the kindness of a former employer and then stole from them.20 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessQV figures: How much has your home lost since the market peak?We can't say 'peak to trough' because we don't yet know if we have hit rock bottom.20 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Heartbroken’: Police ID biker killed in crashPolice have released name of man who died in Parkvale, Tauranga on December 24.20 Jan 05:42 AM
New Zealand'Doggedness:' the key to record drug busts: Inside Customs operationsIt's not every day that Customs finds 725kg of concealed cocaine... but it does happen.20 Jan 05:12 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessE-motorcycle firm collapse: Anxious customers, Crown agency owed $400kCan the electric biker maker still go postal? Crown agency owed $400,000.20 Jan 03:48 AM
New ZealandBerry and Moody win Tauranga HalfJack Moody and Hannah Berry defended their Tauranga Half titles.20 Jan 02:09 AM
New ZealandHistoric warbirds dazzle at Classic Flyers Aero Day eventTexan, Spitfire, and Mustang inspire crowds at Classic Flyers Aero Day.20 Jan 12:00 AM
Super Rugby'No other venue capable': How a 'cherished' cricket oval nabbed a Super Rugby matchOval game shows need for rectangular stadium, says one of the region's biggest rugby fans.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Why 2024 proved the need for global investmentOPINION: NZ investors are urged to diversify globally after local returns lagged in 2024.19 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandYoung A&P entrants in for clucking good timeA 10-year-old Tauranga boy is fast becoming an expert in chickens.18 Jan 04:04 PM
New Zealand"It's like rugby on wheels": Bay athletes selected for Team NZ Roller Derby World CupAthletes from Tauranga, Rotorua, and Whakatāne have been named in Team NZ Roller Derby.17 Jan 11:10 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTauranga-based e-motorcycle maker Ubco tipped into receivership, ex-boss fires shotsAll staff terminated as bad year for tech continues.17 Jan 10:51 PM
New Zealand'She had all of her life to live': Parents fight for 'justice' after 15yo dies in crash'He’s destroyed our lives.'17 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Eagle-eyed' CCTV watchers in two cities help cops catch wanted youthsPolice and councils co-ordinate to track vehicles fleeing crime scenes.17 Jan 03:51 AM
New ZealandImpressive air and ground display at Classic Flyers Aero DayThe Classic Flyers Aero Day promises to be action packed this weekend.16 Jan 11:37 PM
New ZealandSH29 at Lower Kaimāī reopens after serious crash injures threeOne person was critically injured.16 Jan 10:26 PM
New ZealandBay veterans have 'fallen through the cracks'Organisations team up to find the Bay veterans falling through the cracks.16 Jan 06:03 PM
New Zealand'I talk about it in my sleep': 100-year-old gardener still digging lifeGardening is one of her two tips for a long life.16 Jan 05:08 PM