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Rabbit plague raises confusion over pest control

A property owner's plea to clear a 'rabbit plague” from his Okere Falls property has raised questions over who is ultimately responsible for pest control... Read More

BoP firm fined after fatal conveyor belt death

A major fertiliser company was told 80 times in a single report that its conveyor belt safety standards were not up to scratch, months before a worker died... Read More

Mount man meets birth mother in Canada

A Mount Maunganui man has been welcomed back into the arms of his birth mother for the first time in 50 years after he was among thousands of indigenous children... Read More

NZ surf lifesavers finish strong

New Zealand and Australia's top young surf lifesaving sports and pool rescue competitors have concluded two days of races on the Gold Coast. The 2025 Battle... Read More

Footprints for our future

A week-long environmental initiative is taking place across the Bay of Plenty next month, uniting Rotary clubs, schools and community groups in a collective... Read More

Ruth Croft has historic win at 2025 UTMB

Three-time Tarawera Ultra-Trail by UTMB champion Ruth Croft has etched her name into trail running history, becoming the first Kiwi to win the prestigious Ultra-Trail... Read More

Triple-fatal crash survivor: 'I saw it all'

Luai Tavita knows exactly how close he came to death - he remained fully conscious during the triple-fatal crash that killed his friends a year ago. The 40-year-old... Read More

Fierce winds and snow hit New Zealand

Fire and Emergency responded to 110 weather-related incidents between 5pm and 8pm on Sunday, with 76 of those in Auckland. FENZ Northern Manager Josh... Read More

ACC: BoP motorbike injuries rise

For 2025, ACC has paid out around $7 million for the 219 motorcycle-related injuries in the Bay of Plenty region up until July 20. That's compared to the... Read More

Police round up BoP anti-social road users

Bay of Plenty Police disrupted multiple planned anti-social road user gatherings overnight with arrests, impounds, and infringements issued. Police said a... Read More

Salads recalled over metal filings risk

Ready-to-eat salads sold at supermarkets throughout New Zealand are being recalled because of the presence of metal filings. Speirs Foods brand salads sold... Read More

BoP Powerball player wins $12.5 million

It will be a night to remember for a lucky Powerball player from Ōpōtiki after winning $12.5 million with Powerball First Division in Saturday night's live... Read More