News

Child Cancer Foundation raises record $330K

In the middle of a cost of living crisis, Kiwis have shown just how big their hearts are. Child Cancer Foundation has announced its 2025 Street Appeal raised... Read More

Families tackle food waste with fun activities

School holidays in the Bay of Plenty are the perfect time to reconnect, get creative - and save a bit of money while you're at it, says Love Food Hate Waste... Read More

Tauranga exhibition shines light on mental health

An audio-visual exhibition in Tauranga highlights the mental health struggles people face in their lives. In collaboration with director and photographer... Read More

Lotto: Tauranga celebrates as locals win big

Two Tauranga players have won big in Wednesday night's Lotto draw. A Tauranga player who bought their ticket online via MyLotto was among three players... Read More

Pet parents prepping for Easter

With Easter fast approaching, Kiwis are gearing up for a well-deserved holiday break. But what about their fur family members? Whether you're planning... Read More

Law breach: Concerns as tavern, bottle store close

The indefinite closure of a suburban Tauranga tavern and liquor store stripped of liquor licences has raised concerns among locals. Welcome Bay Sports... Read More

Drivers ready for ITM Taupō Super440

Taupō has caught Supercars fever ahead of this weekend's championship round: the town centre has been decorated, community events are organised and the... Read More

Police arrest senior Comanchero leader

One of the most influential members of the Comancheros gang has been charged this week with allegedly importing 200kg of drugs removed by force from the Port... Read More

Waihī Beach-Athenree Estuary path plan unveiled

A draft concept plan for a shared pathway connecting Waihī Beach and Athenree has been released by the Western Bay of Plenty District Council. The plan includes... Read More

'We are now in the grips of this tariff war'

With China and the US promising trade war escalations, it could be five to 10 years before the world adjusts to Donald Trump's tariffs, former Reserve Bank... Read More

Supporting Kiwis with the costs of power

Energy Minister Simon Watts is welcoming an extension to the industry funded Power Credit Scheme which is supporting lower income Kiwis with the costs of power. The... Read More

Police delay rollout of mental health changes

Police have pushed out the starting date for phase two of the police reduction of support to mental health events even further, after advice from a governance... Read More