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Changing habits to reduce environmental impacts

More consumers are changing the way they shop in an effort to reduce environmental impacts, Consumer NZ's latest survey has found. Consumer NZ chief executive... Read More

Roadside fire sparks Papamoa callout

Firefighters in Papamoa were called to a fire in the middle of the road this afternoon. Photos sent to SunLive show a small fire on an island in the middle of... Read More

One dead following Te Puke crash

One person has died following a serious crash in Te Puke earlier today. Emergency services were called to a single vehicle crash at the intersection of No3. Road... Read More

World Squash on its way to Tauranga

The best men's squash players in the world are officially on their way to Tauranga after the ceremonial handing over of the flag for next year's World Squash Federation... Read More

Dry conditions impacting BOP farmers and growers

Farmers and growers are starting to feel the heat of the current dry conditions as the Western Bay of Plenty enters 2020's second month with no rain and none on... Read More

Serious crash in Te Puke

Emergency services are currently attending a serious crash in Te Puke. The crash has occurred at the intersection of Number Three Road and Macloughlin Drive.... Read More

ABS rule change to make motorcycling safer

From April 1 2020, it will be mandatory to have an Anti-lock Braking System on motorcycles, improving safety for motorcyclists and other road users. Changes... Read More

Zespri reveals bold new brand identity

Zespri, the world's leading marketer of kiwifruit, has unveiled its first new look in its 22-year history, with a refreshed brand providing a strong platform of... Read More

Chiefs launch Country Centurion Cup

The Chiefs Rugby Club have announced the launch of the 2020 Chiefs Country Centurion Cup. The Centurion Cup will see Chiefs Country Provincial Unions Bay of... Read More

Vigilance required this Waitangi Weekend

Many Kiwis are going to be heading to the beach this Waitangi Day. Many will have thought far enough ahead and taken the following day off too, giving themselves... Read More

Dawn service to commemorate Waitangi Day

A dawn service was held in Mount Maunganui this morning to commemorate 180 years since the first historic signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. The service was... Read More

Traffic congestion expected through Katikati

Traffic is expected to be heavy along State Highway 2, in Katikati this morning. Traffic in both directions is predicted to be busy from 10am this morning to... Read More