Claims of 'budget blowouts” and sewerage scheme 'mismanagement” have prompted a Rotorua councillor to back a community request for a 'thorough investigation”. Rotorua... Read More

Boy George, Little River Band, Bonnie Tyler and Starship featuring Mickey Thomas will perform in New Zealand next summer as part of a new concert series... Read More

At Ōtūmoetai College she's 'very blended” - unobtrusive. But outside the classroom, beyond the school gates, 15-year-old Tia Tane has her 'different... Read More

A trifecta of economic pressures gouged the cream out of operating profit for the country's dairy farm owners in the 2022-2023 season, a new industry survey... Read More

Reports are coming in of a truck crash on State Highway 2, between Baypark and Papamoa. A caller to the 0800 SUNLIVE news hotline says a truck and car have... Read More

Tauranga woman Eva Morris and Auckland's Nina Brown are set to become just the third ever artistic swimming duo to represent New Zealand at the Olympic Games. Morris,... Read More

A war of words has erupted between Olympic champion Mahé Drysdale and his uncle Doug Owens as both vie to become mayor of Tauranga. Owens says... Read More

At just 14 years old, Rubirose Russell of Maketū is already embarking on her chosen career path. Recognised as one of three Volunteering Services Bay of... Read More

An in-depth scientific report has found a mix of complex climate factors are likely causing Milky White Flesh Syndrome, says Fisheries New Zealand. Fisheries... Read More

All roads lead to the Bay of Plenty this coming weekend, where the start gates will drop at the popular Battle of the Clubs motocross fundraiser event. The... Read More

From July 1, it will cost less to use the parking buildings in Tauranga city centre, making them a more affordable and convenient parking option. Elizabeth... Read More

Many New Zealand olive oil producers are having a horror season, and hopes they could plug supply gaps because of a worldwide drought-affected olive oil... Read More