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Droughts and floods - new extremes for the BOP

New environmental extremes are being reported in the Bay of Plenty. Some areas have experienced extreme dry weather and water shortages, while other parts... Read More

Teenager dies in Papamoa crash

A teenager has died following a crash in Papamoa. A police spokesperson says they were called to the incident at the Sandhurst Drive and Maranui Street intersection... Read More

Future ‘environmental warriors’ join cadetship

The Bay Conservation Cadets is welcoming its first 10 cadets to its Tauira Mahi programme in Tauranga. The programme was launched on Monday, with representatives... Read More

Audiologist celebrates new BOP business

The Rotorua community is welcoming a new audiology service after new research reveals that four in five Kiwis are concerned about hearing. Audiologist Kris Fremista... Read More

Serious crash near Papamoa

A cyclist has been critically injured following a crash with a truck in Papamoa. A police spokesperson says they were called to the incident at the Sandhurst... Read More

Schools will feel impact of COVID-19 in 2021 – ERO

New reports published by the Education Review Office indicate the impacts of COVID-19 on learners will continue to be felt this year. The newly released suite... Read More

Learning about Tauranga’s past

For those who have wondered about the early days of Tauranga, there are two highly informative nights planned this month. The Battle of Pukehinahina - Gate... Read More

Kiwifruit company helps staff gain full licence

Being able to drive safely on New Zealand roads is a crucial employment skill, so Bay of Plenty post-harvest operator, Trevelyan's, is helping staff obtain their... Read More

Lane blocked following Cameron Road crash

Reports are coming in of a crash on Cameron Road. A police spokesperson says they were advised of the nose to tail crash outside Tauranga Hospital at 12.40pm.... Read More

Pre-departure testing extended to all passengers

The Government is extending pre-departure testing to all passengers to New Zealand except from Australia, Antarctica and most Pacific Islands. The change will... Read More

Stormy 48 hours for many parts of NZ

A big storm will skirt the southern coast of New Zealand over the next two days bringing a fairly mild but very windy surge into the country today, then a much... Read More

First designs for Tāneatua Police Base revealed

Work is progressing on a new police base in Tāneatua - with the first designs of the building revealed. Eastern Bay of Plenty Area Commander, Inspector Stuart... Read More