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BOP interest as Surfing Nationals head south

Two of New Zealand's most celebrated surfers head to the 2022 National Surfing Championships targeting two distinctly different goals this year - whilst several... Read More

Man fails to keep $50k mistakenly put into account

A businessman was ordered to pay back more than $50,000 mistakenly deposited into his bank account after a judge dismissed his 'lame excuse” for trying to... Read More

Homicide investigation into toddler‘s death

Police have launched a homicide investigation into the death of a 19-month-old toddler. The toddler was brought into Gisborne Hospital with critical injuries... Read More

Lifeguards involved in more than 100 rescues

Following several serious incidents at beaches in the Coromandel and Bay of Plenty, Surf Life Saving New Zealand is urging beachgoers to take care in the water. 'Beaches... Read More

New handbook shows farmers how to plant for bees

A handbook offering practical guidance on how to plant strategically to feed bees is now available free to New Zealand farmers. The document brings together knowledge... Read More

Covid-19: 27 new community cases, two in BOP

There are two Covid-19 cases to report in the Western Bay of Plenty today. One of today's case is a household previously reported cases, and one is still being... Read More

Tauranga water supply hits record low

Tauranga's water supply has hit a record low with water usage rising 14.3 million litres above the daily average. The repercussions could see a complete... Read More

Highway open after fatal crash

One person has died following a crash on State Highway 30, south of Rotorua. Emergency services were called to the crash at 3.30am. "Police can confirm a person... Read More

Coromandel fire risk increases

With weather conditions in the Coromandel expected to remain dry and hot for at least another week, Thames-Coromandel District Council is urging people to be aware... Read More

Police investigating WBOP car fire

Police are investigating a car fire in the Western Bay of Plenty this morning. Emergency services received reports of a car on fire on Omanawa Road, just... Read More

Putting family, animals and the environment first

It's Michael and Susie Woodward's third season as farm owners, after they left their Canterbury 50/50 share milking position to buy 170 hectares near Otorohanga... Read More

Corrin takes King of the Bay crown

Dan Corrin made up for a late start to the racing season by powering to the front and winning the King of the Bay Super Saloon Car title at Baypark Speedway. ... Read More