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Bay man who died in Korea to come back to NZ

A Bay of Plenty man who died in 1957 and buried in Korea is one of two defence force personnel being repatriated back to New Zealand. A blessing ceremony was... Read More

All-star team likely for ND Bay Oval opener

When Northern Districts opens this summer's Plunket Shield campaign next month in Tauranga, the association may well be fielding one of the strongest teams ever... Read More

Confusion over child restraints - survey

New international research which suggests parents feel overwhelmed when it comes to researching and choosing child safety restraints may have repercussions for... Read More

Security reminder following Waihi burglary

Waihi Police are encouraging residents to be mindful of security following a burglary last night. About 9pm police received a report of a man entering a residential... Read More

Customs and excise changes coming into force

New Customs legislation to support border compliance and the country's economy will come into force on 1 October. The Customs and Excise Act 2018 replaces the... Read More

Tauranga drift couple’s plans for ’honeymoon year’

Newly married Kiwi drift couple Drew and Jodie Donovan have big plans for their ‘honeymoon year.' Major upgrades to their matching Cryptopia-sponsored Toyota... Read More

Maiden voyage to start cruise ship season

The 2018-2019 cruise ship season begins next week, with the arrival of the Majestic Princess on her maiden voyage. The 330m long vessel will dock at the Port... Read More

No injuries in Windermere crash

No injuries have been reported following a crash near Windermere overnight. A police media spokesperson says the crash happened at about 10.40pm. 'It appears... Read More

Papamoa gutted by WaiBOP league confusion

Papamoa Football Club members are shaking their heads at a perplexing turn of events which has left the club's Loaded WaiBOP Premiership season, and hopes of snatching... Read More

Bay of Plenty man charged with baby’s murder

A 59-year-old man has been charged with the murder of a 10-month-old baby boy in Rotorua in 2014. The local man is due to appear in Rotorua District Court later... Read More

Sixty years of 111

Emergency services and Spark are officially marking the 60th anniversary of the 111 emergency response service in New Zealand. The 111 service is delivered... Read More

Volcanix look forward to Eden Park encounter

The Bay of Plenty Volcanix go into their Eden Park adventure tonight to take on Auckland in upbeat mood after finding their mojo bigtime in last week's 73-0 win... Read More