Update 1pm - Delays are expected following a serious crash between a ute and a car near Tauriko. NZTA says a serious accident has happened on State Highway 29... Read More

Organisers of the Tauranga International Marathon have backed their decision to let banned runner Brendon Keenan compete in their non-sanctioned event - and would... Read More

Petrol prices in many parts of the country have crossed $2.40 for the first time, days out from a nationwide tax increase. Stations in Wellington and many parts... Read More

Property Council's first ever Property People Awards in the Bay of Plenty were announced at a vibrant event, held at Mills Reef Winery on Thursday September 20. The... Read More

Sport Bay of Plenty, clubs and regional sporting organisations have united to launch Lead the Cheer! - a campaign that aims to foster a great sporting culture... Read More

West to southwest gales for the Coromandel Peninsula and the Western Bay of Plenty are expected today and a strong wind watch has been put in place. A statement... Read More

A net 29 percent of Bay of Plenty households expect their region's economy to improve over the next 12 months, according to the Westpac-McDermott Miller Regional... Read More

Council controlled organisations reported another successful year with visitation and usage of services and facilities being up across the city. Bay Venues Limited... Read More

In today's forecast we are expecting a few showers until evening, then becoming fine. Brisk westerlies, gusting 90 km per hour from the afternoon. ... Read More

Tauranga kayaker Mike Dawson can kick-start a most remarkable six months with a strong performance at this week's canoe slalom world championships in Brazil. The... Read More

In light of the recent shocking Australian strawberry tampering event, the New Zealand produce industry is taking every action possible to reassure customers their... Read More

International travellers arriving into New Zealand should have a simpler, faster entry as a result of changes to the Passenger Arrival Card. The changes mean... Read More