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Sahara, Huckleberry Finn and the weather

In today's weather forecast we are expecting a cloudy day at times with sea breezes, and could also get an afternoon shower. It's a one-clothing layer day today... Read More

Quinn & Williams claim wins at Papamoa

Favourite tags were the order of the final day of the Barrett Homes Surf Open at Papamoa with Gisborne's Maz Quinn and Whangamata surfer Ella Williams living up... Read More

Beach toileting costs tourist

When Carolyn Johnston saw a freedom camper tucking toilet paper into her pocket and wandering down to the beach, she couldn't resist a "perfect opportunity".... Read More

Fire risk now ’extreme’ in the BOP

The fire risk across most regions of New Zealand is now extreme. Fire and Emergency New Zealand is asking the public to be vigilant as the environment is like... Read More

One killed in Reporoa crash

One person has died following a crash on Massey Road in Reporoa. A police spokesperson says no-one else was injured in the single vehicle crash which was reported... Read More

VW beetles and Kombis shine at Mount Maunganui

The weather was perfect for this year's ‘Run to the Sun' weekend event held in Mount Maunganui. Volkswagen owners from around New Zealand motored their... Read More

Doggy Day Out in Omokoroa

It was a day for the dogs in Omokoroa on Saturday. Held at the Sportsground Reserve in Western Avenue, the Doggy Day Out run by the Western Bay of Plenty District... Read More

The great kumara conundrum

The response has been consistent from seasoned kumara growers and experts. 'Nah, never. I can't remember ever seeing that. It's very rare.” Jenny Lucey's... Read More

Residents without power following transformer fire

Residents in Tauranga are without power this afternoon following an electricity box that has caught fire. According to the Power Co website, properties in the... Read More

Is riding a bike faster than a car?

A video launched in 2017 has been relaunched to help promote bike month. The two minute video features a spoof Top Gear ‘Stig' versus cyclist contest, in... Read More

Total watering ban for Waihi and Waikino

A total watering ban is now in place for Waihi and Waikino. River levels in Waihi and Waikino are low and the Hauraki District Council is urging residents that... Read More

Upgrade of Kopurererua Valley cycleway to begin

From Monday February 18, the current gravel cycle path in Kopurereua Valley will be chip sealed to make it easier and safer for people on all types of bikes. In... Read More