The New Zealand velvet worm or ngāokeoke has been crowned bug of the year for 2025. The ancient gummy-looking worm, covered in velvety blue colouration and... Read More

Police are bringing back an iconic advertisement responsible for inspiring thousands of people to join its ranks over the past 30 years. The classic 1990s... Read More

The Mount Maunganui RSA Chess club are holding the annual one-day Bay of Plenty Rapid Chess Tournament, a national level event, this Saturday. The tournament... Read More

Described as first of its kind for New Zealand, newly installed seapods are designed to help encourage new marine life within Tauranga Harbour. Monitored... Read More

Katikati Community Toy Library is beginning 2025 on a high - with new carpet throughout its entire facility at Henry Rd - and the committee wants to thank the... Read More

Pukehina Surf Rescue celebrated a triumphant victory at the annual Harris Cup Carnival earlier this month. After a 12-year absence, the trophy, named after... Read More

The Te Pire mō Ō-Rākau, Te Pae o Maumahara / Ō-Rākau Remembrance Bill passed its third reading at Parliament on Tuesday. The Bill will vest the title to... Read More

With the release of the Top 10 claim types for cats and dogs in 2024, pet insurance specialist PD Insurance is highlighting common issues that pet parents should... Read More

The tangi and procession of the father of a prominent gang member has the potential to cause traffic issues in the Western Bay of Plenty. In a statement released... Read More

Police have confirmed the group sighted on State Highway 4 around 8.30am, Sunday, February 16, who were believed to potentially be Tom Phillips and his children,... Read More

Thanks to dedicated volunteers, hundreds of Tauranga residents are turning to a free advocacy service for help navigating bureaucracy. The Free Public Advocacy... Read More

A number of high profile senior reporters will leave the New Zealand Herald under its restructure to cut about 30 roles from the newspaper's editorial team. According... Read More