10:15am Thu 03 Sep, 2020
Three previously unnamed roads in the Opotiki district now have identities - but not without some debate as to who is worthy of immortalisation in a road sign. Opotiki... Read More
07:20am Wed 02 Sep, 2020
Four friends in the Bay of Plenty have launched a start-up service in a bid to help New Zealand's struggling tourism industry. The service, named ‘Good... Read More
09:10am Tue 01 Sep, 2020
Urban street lighting across the Western Bay District are being converted to the more efficient and eco-friendly LED lights. The conversion of 1500 lights to... Read More
11:15am Mon 31 Aug, 2020
Cancelled weddings, a decline in business bookings, and postponed private functions - it's a fate many venues have had to face since lockdown. But for charities... Read More
10:14am Mon 31 Aug, 2020
Countdown has issued a recall on three brands of baby food pouches after a comprehensive investigation found mice are the likely cause of damaged baby food... Read More
08:30am Mon 31 Aug, 2020
Job numbers fell in July, largely reflecting seasonal rather than COVID-19 related effects, says Stats NZ. Filled jobs were down by 7418 in July compared with... Read More
08:02am Mon 31 Aug, 2020
Homeowners, DIYers and builders are set to save both time and money from today as rules that make basic home improvements easier and cheaper take effect, Building... Read More
05:40pm Sun 30 Aug, 2020
6.40pm Update: Police are responding to reports of a firearm that was discharged at an address in Welcome Bay earlier this evening. One person has been arrested... Read More
03:00pm Sun 30 Aug, 2020
The Glass Packaging Forum's long-standing advocacy for separate kerbside glass collections has been backed by a recent report from WasteMINZ. The Recommendations... Read More
02:00pm Sun 30 Aug, 2020
An increasing number of Kiwis are turning to vegetarian meals believing them to be healthier, cost less and be more environmentally friendly according to new research.... Read More
11:30am Sun 30 Aug, 2020
Police in Auckland and around the country will be on hand to help New Zealanders ease into the new Alert Level 2 restrictions come Monday morning. From tomorrow,... Read More
09:30am Sun 30 Aug, 2020
4pm update: Bay of Plenty MP Todd Muller thought he might "run out of puff" after about ten minutes taking on the role of referee for the rugby game between the... Read More