News

Michael Campbell to be Kiwigolf ambassador

KiwiGolf is proudly announcing the addition of renowned professional golfer, Michael Campbell, as its newest ambassador. A respected Wellington based charity,... Read More

Canoe racing at Waka Ama school champs

This week over 2000 students from 132 secondary schools will descend upon Tikitapu, also known as Blue Lake, in Rotorua, to take part in the 21st Annual National... Read More

Serious injuries reported from SH2 crash

Reports are coming of a serious crash on State Highway 2, near Whakamarama. A caller to the 0800 SUNLIVE news hotline says two vehicles have crashed on SH2,... Read More

Autumn flowing in across New Zealand

Following a fine weekend in the Bay of Plenty, a sunny week ahead is more good news for those winding up their summer gardening and activities, and preparing... Read More

King Charles III image to appear on NZ coins

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand - Te Pūtea Matua has confirmed that New Zealand's circulating and commemorative coins will bear the Commonwealth effigy of King... Read More

Kiwi domination at Crankworx in BOP

After facing wet conditions during the track walk and training sessions on Friday, the weather was in favour of athletes and trail builders alike. Exposed... Read More

Road works continue on SH2 corridor

NZTA Waka Kotahi are asking motorists travelling on State Highway 2 in the Waihī to Tauranga corridor to be mindful and aware of the planned road works programme... Read More

A month of learning in and from the environment

Touring a water treatment plant, making jewellery, managing waste at home, and learning the basics of making tea are all part of Envirohub BOP's month of... Read More

Over 5000 pandemic stories to Covid-19 inquiry

With one week of public submissions still to go, over 5000 stories of the pandemic have been shared so far with the Covid-19 Inquiry, says Inquiry Chair Professor... Read More

100km & counting for Brain Injury Awareness Month

Madeleine Cooper is running 10km everyday of March, Brain Injury Awareness Month, raising money for Brain Injury New Zealand. So far Madeleine has already... Read More

Five nights' closure of SH2 Hewletts Road flyover

Night time southbound road closures are planned this week along Maunganui Road and Hewletts Road while planned roadworks take place. State Highway 2 Hewletts... Read More

Tough cricket semi-finals gridlock decision

The final place in the Versatile Williams Cup semi-finals will be decided by the BOPCA competitions committee, after three teams were locked together in... Read More