08:00am Sat 26 Oct, 2019
Every summer freedom campers cruise into the Bay of Plenty in search of surf, sun and scenic spots. For residents, this influx of freedom campers can mean overcrowded... Read More
07:25am Sat 26 Oct, 2019
Parents are being urged to ensure children are up-to-date with MMR immunisation as vaccine supply improves New Zealand's largest measles outbreak in many years... Read More
07:03am Sat 26 Oct, 2019
It all started with a passion for science and a mother's burning frustration about unripe avocados. A Tauranga Intermediate student's ‘Avocado Time... Read More
10:30pm Fri 25 Oct, 2019
A car crashed at Mount Maunganui on Friday evening leaving one person with moderate injuries. Police received a report around 9:45pm of a single-vehicle crash... Read More
08:00pm Fri 25 Oct, 2019
The New Zealand Taxpayers' Union is warning that the Government's crusade against flavoured e-cigarettes will mean more people stuck smoking tobacco and paying... Read More
07:40pm Fri 25 Oct, 2019
FULL-TIME UPDATE 9.20PM: The Bay of Plenty Steamers have beaten the Hawke's Bay Magpies in the final of the Mitre 10 Cup. It was a close game, with the BOP... Read More
07:00pm Fri 25 Oct, 2019
As recreational boaties take to the water in greater numbers over Labour Weekend, harbourmasters and Maritime NZ will be cranking up the ‘No Excuses”... Read More
05:12pm Fri 25 Oct, 2019
Ministry for Primary Industries fishery officers have shut down a long-running East Coast black market crayfish ring that was allegedly being run by an extended... Read More
05:04pm Fri 25 Oct, 2019
Beau Geste set a new record for the PIC Coastal Classic yacht race, having sailed the 119 nautical mile course in a time of just 5hrs, 37sec. The conditions... Read More
05:00pm Fri 25 Oct, 2019
The New Zealand Transport Agency is encouraging motorists to plan ahead and be patient to ensure safe, enjoyable journeys this Labour weekend. Director Regional... Read More
04:01pm Fri 25 Oct, 2019
Heather Holliday has one piece of advice for youth keen to try sword swallowing: "don't tell your parents”. LIMBO has been everywhere from London to Brussels... Read More
02:58pm Fri 25 Oct, 2019
Wear your seatbelt + Drive sober and alert + Put your phone away + Drive to the conditions = Get where you're going safely is the message police are sending motorist... Read More