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New research institute for Tauranga

A new multi-million dollar regional research institute based in Tauranga that will leverage the Bay of Plenty's strengths in horticulture has been launched today. Plantech:... Read More

Stranded group get cultural experience

The mean icy storms blasting the country turned the national junior badminton championships into a 'wonderful cultural experience” for more than 50 young... Read More

Tauranga armed robbery features on TV

The armed robbery of United Video in Tauranga feature as crime of the week on Police Ten-7. The show aired on TV2 last night in the hopes of generating fresh information... Read More

Car rolled on Te Puke Highway

Reports are coming in of a a car that has rolled on Te Puke Highway. A caller to the 0800 SUNLIVE news hotline says a vehicle is upside down and power lines are... Read More

Driving warning as heavy rain forecast

Motorists are being urged to drive carefully on Bay of Plenty roads with heavy rain forecast for the region. The MetService has issued a severe weather watch for... Read More

Showers clearing in the afternoon

Today there are a few showers forecast, clearing this afternoon to fine spells. Fresh southerlies are also expected today. Its a three clothing and one windproof... Read More

Woman stabbed in car park robbery

A woman has been stabbed in an altercation with three other people. Emergency services were called to the stabbing at the rear car park near the casino in Hamilton... Read More

Police find P and LSD in drug raid

LSD, cannabis and methamphetamine have been discovered during a drug raid in Thames. Police have charged a 49-year-old Thames man with drug related offences following... Read More

Roads closed as more snow expected

The Central Plateau remains closed this morning due to snow and ice. The NZ Transport Agency is asking people to continue to avoid all non-essential travel across... Read More

Strong support for new museum - Council

Tauranga City Council says three months of community engagement has shown significant community support for a new museum in Tauranga, and the redevelopment of the... Read More

Winston says he has the Bay's back

With just 10 weeks until the general elections, Winston Peters says his party has struck a chord once again with the Bay. New Zealand First leader Winston Peters... Read More

Bay kids gain some healthy competition

The Baykids OSCAR holiday programme is encouraging kids to get off their phones and join the team in some healthy competition these school holidays. The holiday... Read More