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Get reading this summer

If you're wanting to get the kids into the books and out of the screen, Tauranga City Libraries' Kia Kaha te Panui/Summer Reads reading programme could be the... Read More

Tips for pets over summer

With the warmer weather upon us, SPCA wants to remind animal owners to be vigilant in the care of their pets over the summer. In the summer months, SPCA sees... Read More

Delays along SH2 Katikati

As holidaymakers are making their return home or continuing their holiday in the Bay, motorists travelling through Katikati are being warned of some delays. The... Read More

More diver deaths linked to skipped safety steps

Diving fatalities were high last year, and one of the police dive squads tasked with bringing home the bodies says many deaths happen because divers skip key safety... Read More

Further case of measles in BOP area confirmed

A further case of measles has been confirmed in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes area bringing the total number of cases in the last 12 month period to 75. Close... Read More

Chase Tiatia re-signs with Bay Rugby

Steamers player of the year Chase Tiatia has re-signed with Bay Rugby for next year's Mitre 10 Cup. Tiatia played a crucial role in helping the Steamers secure... Read More

Mauao winching third task for rescue helicopter

It was a busy first day of the year and decade for the TECT Rescue Helicopter, as many watched on as they completed their third mission for the day in Mount Maunganui.... Read More

What’s On: Bay Dreams and horse races

Good morning SunLive readers, I hope you had a great first day of 2020 and are set to make day two even better! There are so many things going on around the... Read More

Million dollar win for lucky Lotto player

One lucky Lotto player has already had a life changing 2020 after winning $1 million in Wednesday night's live Lotto draw. The lucky winner from Auckland won... Read More

2019 road deaths lower, but still more work to do

As we enter the new decade, my thoughts are with the families, friends and communities of the 353 people who lost their lives in road crashes last year, says Duty... Read More

Vehicle faults a factor in rising fatalities

The Motor Trade Association says there has been an alarming increase in fatal accidents involving vehicle factors such as bald tyres. MTA has analysed NZ Transport... Read More

Most expensive countries to get sick in

Southern Cross Travel Insurance has revealed the 10 most expensive countries to which New Zealand travellers go, measured by the cost of medical-related insurance... Read More