News

Man critical after Kaimai crash

A man is in a critical condition after a crash on State Highway 29 near McLaren Falls this morning. A police media spokesperson says the crash happened at around... Read More

Tracking honey through the supply chain

A Tauranga company has spent seven years developing a unique platform to safeguard the more than 800,000 hives in New Zealand, and satisfy overseas market access... Read More

Youth leading discussions on cycle plan

Young cycle enthusiasts from around the region have been honoured today for their contribution to the Tauranga City Council Cycle Plan. Around 80 students, parents... Read More

Two emergency flights for helicopter

The Trustpower TECT rescue helicopter was dispatched on Wednesday at 6.30pm for an emergency transfer from Tauranga Hospital. A 73-year-old male was suffering a... Read More

Fine weather for most this weekend

This week started off with a ‘bang' in the upper North Island, with good-sized hail and 308 lightning strikes recorded on Tuesday over the Auckland region... Read More

Seeking sponsorship for five marathons

A brain damaged Tauranga man who uses running as therapy is seeking sponsorship to help him achieve his goal of completing five marathons in 12 months. Andrew Weatherly... Read More

Reckless driving filmed on the TEL

An incident of reckless driving captured on film near the Tauranga Eastern Link has sparked a safety reminder from police. In the video uploaded to YouTube, a vehicle... Read More

Vehicle and trailer flip into ditch

A vehicle towing a trailer laden with timber has flipped into a ditch off State Highway 2 this morning. The incident occurred near Te Puna Station Road just after... Read More

The Bay’s local heroes recognised

The Bay of Plenty's selfless, optimistic and generous citizens were honoured for their service last night at the annual Kiwibank Local Hero Awards. As part of the... Read More

Pivot exhibition will turn heads

Graduating students of Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology's Bachelor of Creative Industries degree will be putting their final body of work on display this Friday... Read More

REVIEW: Exit Laughing

Detour Theatre's final show of the year is a feel-good comedy with plenty of laughs, and particular appeal to anyone who's part of a group of old friends. Paul... Read More

Lake McLaren to be re-stocked with trout

Lake McLaren and the Ruahihi canal are to receive their annual trout re-stocking today with 500 rainbows and 200 brown trout fingerlings to be tipped into the water. Lake... Read More