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Two more BOP schools have positive Covid-19 cases

A further two schools in the Bay of Plenty have positive Covid-19 cases among students. Tauranga Intermediate School and Te Puke High School have sent letters... Read More

Raglan body confirmed as missing fisherman

Police have confirmed the body that washed ashore at Papanui Point on Sunday was that of missing fisherman Olson Canatoy. Canatoy had been missing, along with... Read More

Dr Shane Reti speaks as National‘s interim leader

Former National Party leader Judith Collins has been forced to step down after her caucus issued a motion of no confidence in her this morning, interim leader... Read More

BOP constable had sex with women he met on duty

An investigation has found a Bay of Plenty police constable breached the police code of conduct by forming sexual relationships with women he met on duty. The... Read More

MP at centre of Bridges allegation breaks silence

The MP at the centre of last night's allegation of serious misconduct against Tauranga MP Simon Bridges, which ultimately led to the demise of National leader... Read More

Nine new Covid-19 cases in Tauranga

There are nine new cases of Covid-19 in the Bay of Plenty region today, all of which are in the Tauranga area, whilst there is an additional case in Rotorua amid... Read More

Tauranga restaurant wins national award

A Tauranga Indian restaurant has beaten more than 100 restaurants across New Zealand by taking out the top prize at this year's Menulog Restaurant Awards. Tauranga... Read More

MOH working with BOP schools after Covid cases

The Ministry of Health says it continues to work with schools in the Bay of Plenty regarding appropriate health measures after a day of concern over Covid-19 outbreaks. Yesterday... Read More

LIVE: Judith Collins no longer National leader

UPDATE 12.40pm: Judith Collins has been ousted as leader of the National Party. Collins has confirmed the news on Twitter, saying she is now 'pleased to say”... Read More

Nia sniffs out solution to pensioner‘s woes

Sniffing out hidden illicit cash and narcotics is what detector dog Nia has been trained for, and she's a pro! But it's not just finding ill-gotten goods from... Read More

Police victims shine a light on violence

TRIGGER WARNING: This article contains descriptions of partner and family violence, including physical, sexual and emotional abuse, that some readers may find... Read More

Sailor of the Year recognised in challenging year

Leading Marine Technician (Propulsion) Jemma Hokai-Mataia has enjoyed both the challenges and diversity that come with being a sailor in the Royal New Zealand... Read More