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Police block rider’s reckless plans

A reckless rider with an inability to follow the road rules has had his vehicle impounded and will face court. At around 4.15pm on Monday, May 21 Police signalled... Read More

World Champion returns for NZ Muay Thai title

The 47-year-old Former WBO World Light Heavyweight boxing champion Geovana Peres will be returning to the Muay Thai ring as she attempts to capture her second... Read More

Support the New Zealand Olympic Team in Tauranga

The New Zealand Olympic Team is challenging Kiwis to get in the winning spirit with a dynamic nationwide event series ‘Tour de Fern - Sprint for the Fern'. The... Read More

Win a working bee to help with your project

The Western Bay of Plenty Council is giving you the chance to win a working bee team of dedicated volunteers to make your project a reality. The competition... Read More

MBIE offers advice for a successful ski season

With the ski season officially starting next month, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment advises that it is important that both employers and... Read More

Could your local bakery win a national award?

Pie fans around the country have just one thing on their minds right now as entries open for the 26th Bakels NZ Supreme Awards. ‘My local bakery makes... Read More

Surface flooding closes SH2 at Nuhaka

Update 3pm Crews have now closed State Highway 2 at Nuhaka following surface flooding in the area. Heavy and persistent rainfall in the area has meant... Read More

Mystics defeat Magic 54-44

After a commanding first-half performance, the MG Mystics have thrilled their Trusts Arena home crowd with a 54-44 win over AVIS Magic to round out Round Six... Read More

Lake Rotoiti faces environmental disaster

A lake described as a 'national treasure” faces environmental 'disaster” if a lake wall is not fixed, advocates warn. The Ōhau diversion wall,... Read More

More oil slick found on water in Pilot Bay

Visitors to Mount Maunganui on Tuesday morning are reporting oil floating on the water around Salisbury Wharf. 'The smell is quite strong,” says a SunLive... Read More

Council pushes for taller buildings in the Mount

Six storey buildings could be permitted in downtown Mount Maunganui after the commission rejected an independent hearing panel's recommendations. Tauranga... Read More

Tauranga woman wins $1 million

A Tauranga woman is feeling every emotion after scoring herself $1 million with Lotto First Division on Saturday. The woman, who wishes to remain anonymous,... Read More