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Meth bust - more than 200kg seized

Police have seized more than 200 kilograms of methamphetamine and arrested two people as part of a major drug operation run by the National Organised Crime Group. A... Read More

Southern storm to send another pulse of cold air

With rain in the forecast for the next few days, Tauranga City Council wants people to make sure drainage systems are clear. Drain services team leader Wally... Read More

Waimana Gorge closed due to heavy rain

The New Zealand Transport Agency are advising to plan ahead this weekend if they were planning on travelling through the Waimana Gorge in the Eastern Bay of Plenty.... Read More

More action taken to reduce waste

The Government is proposing a new way to deal with environmentally harmful products before they become waste, including plastic packing and bottles, as part of... Read More

MPs vote in favour of first abortion bill

Many MPs have voted in favour of the proposed abortion law changes in Parliament, with 94 voting yes, against 23 saying no. If made law, abortion would... Read More

Groundswell tickets selling out

With a number of events already sold-out, the region is set to buzz again when Groundswell Festival of Innovation kicks off again in just over two weeks. 'We've... Read More

Team NZ Waka Ama take on the best in Mooloolaba

A strong Aotearoa Waka Ama contingent is heading to the International Va'a Federation World Distance Championships held in Mooloolaba on Australia's Sunshine... Read More

Police investigate gunshot reports at the Mount

Police investigated reports of shot being fired in Mount Maunganui this morning. A police spokespersons says a caller reported hearing what they thought... Read More

Heavy rain to drench the BOP

A heavy rain watch remains in place for the Bay of Plenty today as a complex low moves over the country. Rain started falling in the region earlier this... Read More

Cause of Thames plastics blaze a mystery

The cause of a blaze that ripped through bales of plastic waste near Thames earlier this year, remains a mystery. Fire and Emergency NZ were called to the fire... Read More

New rescue vessel for the Hauraki Gulf

After two years of dedicated effort and community fundraising as well as generous contributions from major funders, Coastguard has welcomed its latest Rescue Boat... Read More

Steel twisted in Harington St Transport Hub build

Rumours that construction has halted on the transport hub in the city centre are being quashed by Tauranga City Council. Reliable sources have told SunLive that... Read More