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Tauranga Tiktok sensation lands movie role

For many teens their first job out of school is in fast food or retail but one school leaver has hit the jackpot, thanks to his dance skills. After overcoming... Read More

Warnings about convicted scammer's new scheme

A woman who said she would make history as "one of the biggest scammers in New Zealand" is believed to back in the game, promoting a new scheme promising... Read More

Move to attract stargazing travellers backed

Transforming Aotearoa into a dark sky nation could attract stargazing international tourists, creating huge economic benefits, says Tourism Minister Matt Doocey. The... Read More

Te Puke mum and daughter share microgreen passion

Mama Kali's Farm founders Kali and Jiangyu are passionate about microgreens saying they are more than just the garnish on a meal at a fancy restaurant. The... Read More

BOP school receives two new additions

A group of Bay of Plenty men advocating for community initiatives and men's welfare have been busy building a pātaka (pantry) for kai, and a water play table... Read More

Fatal crash on SH35 near Ōpōtiki

One person is dead following a crash in the Bay of Plenty. A police spokesperson says they can confirm one person has died following a crash in Omaio, Ōpōtiki... Read More

Protester objects to injunction bid

A Rotorua iwi group fears council legal action will limit its ability to peacefully protest a sewerage project it believes poses pollution risks to a sacred... Read More

SH29 crash: Highway blocked

Reports are coming in of traffic delays on State Highway 29. A SunLive reader has emailed in saying traffic is backing up on both side of the Kaimai Summit. "There... Read More

Three teams battling out for top spot

Te Puke Sports, Te Puna and Tauranga Sports will decide the winner of the AR Plus Premier First Round trophy, sitting in the top three spots with one round remaining... Read More

Engineering scholarships awarded

Winners of the 2023 and 2024 Page/Acorn Engineering Scholarship are recipients of funding for two years to assist with expenses and equipment. Awarded annually... Read More

Volunteers aim to bridge Coromandel settlement gap

Two Coromandel volunteer groups aim to have Tairua and Pauanui connected via an off-road trail as they see a range of benefits for both settlements. The Tairua... Read More

Heavy holiday traffic expected today

Heavy traffic is expected in the holiday hotspots today as people head home from King's Birthday Weekend. 'Bay of Plenty motorists should be prepared... Read More