New Zealand'Stop our children being a political rugby ball': Teacher's message to candidatesOne teacher believes a lack of a cross-party shared vision is 'destroying our future'.27 Sep 10:27 PM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon proves he's in Te Puke by holding up today's Te Puke Times paperThe National leader is travelling east along the Bay of Plenty coast today.27 Sep 10:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘No real thought’: CBD workers facing 'tough choices' ahead of parking changesCBD workers consider whether their jobs are worth it amid sweeping parking changes.27 Sep 07:00 PM
New ZealandT20 Black Clash: Latest players named for iconic game in Mount MaunganuiTickets go on sale and are expected to sell out again.27 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandStriking heart surgeon: Healthcare bureaucrats need to open their eyesDr Boddington has also apologised to the public for the disruption caused by the strikes.27 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionFewer apartment jobs blamed for falling crane numbersSlowing pipelines of work in residential sector blamed for the decrease in skyline giants.27 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandMore roads or more cycleways? We compare the parties' transport policiesThe Greens wants to build light rail in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.27 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandTauranga Art Gallery eyes tourists for fundingGallery admission is free with a donation encouraged, but that could change.27 Sep 06:14 AM
New ZealandMurder-accused's identity remains suppressedHer fitness to stand trial is being explored.27 Sep 05:45 AM
New Zealand'Mind-blowing': Up-and-coming Tāneatua golf trio tee off with the pros'It is good to see them all out there enjoying it. That is what it is all about.'27 Sep 04:14 AM
New Zealand'Absolute disgrace': Black mould, loose lights and flooding in NZ courtroomsMinistry of Justice papers released say families are being impacted by poor conditions.27 Sep 03:59 AM
New ZealandReady to roll: Redeveloped skate park opens with celebrationThe park's size has increased with added features.26 Sep 08:28 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingPet food company must pay $220k after worker's finger amputatedIt was the company's second amputation incident in three years.26 Sep 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Divisive': Proposed school zone change sparks fears of a split communityA parent said pupils would be 'forced' to travel a different school via a 'busy highway'.26 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Premium Debate: Online subscribers react to the looming tradie shortageOPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.26 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandJury finds Mongrel Mob trio not guilty of murdering David KukaOne of the trio was found guilty of being an accessory after the fact to murder.26 Sep 12:58 AM
New ZealandExtra $3.4m approved for Historic Village building work after issues foundOther village buildings may close in the future if found to be 'unsafe'.25 Sep 04:30 AM
New ZealandCocaine bust: $12m worth of drug found in shipping container at portThe bust occurred after Port of Tauranga security staff detected signs of a break-in.25 Sep 03:25 AM
New Zealand'Enormous loss': BestStart founder Chloe Wright diesThe officer of the NZ Order of Merit died at her Omokoroa home this weekend.24 Sep 03:27 AM
New ZealandJohn Bryant named coach of the year at SLSNZ awardsBryant was described as “an ardent supporter of clubs across the country".24 Sep 02:23 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Why paying for parking won't kill this popular Bay spotOPINION: I don’t think the Mount is going to face a shortage of visitors.23 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Anxious' and 'uncomfortable': Concern after girls' school puts camera in toilet blockSchool says the camera is to "discourage undesirable behaviour” and can't reach cubicles.22 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhat candidates say to cancer patient facing $23k cost every three weeks for drugTauranga MP candidates respond to Sue Wall-Cade's story.22 Sep 04:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Why so gloomy? It’s not so bad out thereOPINION: There’s little point being an investor unless you believe things will get better.22 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Prem Debate: 'Ghost house' tax not worth the candleOPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.22 Sep 03:00 PM
New Zealand‘You guys are all we’ve got’: Mount air quality report sparks pleaA report on premature deaths and pollution could be a tool in BOPRC’s kit to clean the air22 Sep 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Consequences, not holidays': Mum's horror at penalty after son kicked in faceHis mother says the school's punishment decision after the 'vicious' attack is too light.21 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Overwhelmed with emotion': Students finish gruelling 40-hour challenge for mental healthThe group did 40 hours of biking, swimming, gym sessions and other physical activities.21 Sep 04:00 AM
New ZealandNew role for Todd Muller announcedMuller served as the MP for Bay of Plenty from 2014 until his retirement this year.21 Sep 03:12 AM
TravelEase into spring: Tauranga’s best spring spots for familiesA Tauranga family guide to beaches, boardwalks, wetlands, and more.20 Sep 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand$630k smash and grab: Teen jewellery thief sentenced after brazen mall raidA hooded trio was filmed raiding a Michael Hill Jewellers store in a Bay of Plenty mall.20 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandSupreme Court denies Bella Vista developer's bid to appeal convictionsThe court ruled the appeal application did not have 'sufficient prospects of success'.20 Sep 09:03 AM
KahuThe most-searched New Zealand place name pronunciationsGoogle data from the year to August shows the most-searched-for pronunciations.20 Sep 07:12 AM
New Zealand'Living and breathing in their classrooms': Te ao Māori curriculum launchedThe new te ao Māori curriculum encompasses te reo Māori, local tikanga, history.19 Sep 11:39 PM
