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Fatal crash at Lichfield

One person has died in a collision between two trucks on SH1, Lichfield this afternoon, say Police. Emergency services were called to the scene south of Putaruru... Read More

Fight-back over funding cut

Tauranga City Council's decision to drastically cut back the money allocated for the new Mount i-Site is being challenged by Tourism Bay of Plenty, which is succeeding... Read More

Road closed, one dead, following crash

UPDATED 3.35PM: One of the drivers involved in a crash near Edgecumbe has since died. Police remain on the scene at Te Teko Road this afternoon, while the Serious... Read More

Team selection event in Taupo

Expect the country's most talented motocross riders to put aside their traditional rivalries and brand allegiances when they next compete under provincial colours... Read More

Huge milestone for AIMS Games

September's Anchor AIMS Games has breached two significant milestones, with more than 10,000 athletes from over 300 schools heading to Tauranga. Entries have been... Read More

Paeroa man accused of acid throwing

A Paeroa man is on trial in the District Court at Tauranga, accused of dousing his partner in petrol and threatening to set her alight. Posini Munu, 44, is facing... Read More

Wet weather driving lessons

Police are warning people about driving habits after a car crashed through a bus shelter on Ohauiti Road at about 9.30am today. 'What's really important is that... Read More

Volunteering meaningful and rewarding

Mother-of-two and volunteer Lynne Riddle wanted to do something meaningful with her time - so she decided to help others. Lynne has been volunteering at Tauranga... Read More

Endurance racers to battle it out

Another bumper field will take to Hampton Downs Motorsport Park this weekend for round two of the ENEOS North Island Endurance Series, where nearly 70 of the best... Read More

Water tankers attend Kairua blaze

Two fire service tankers were among the contingent that responded to a fire near Baypark last night. A fire service spokesperson says crews were called to the... Read More

Heavy rain and strong winds to lash Bay

Heavy rain is expected for the Bay of Plenty today and northeasterlies strengthening for a time. It's a two-clothing layer day with a high of 17 and an overnight... Read More

Medical callout for rescue chopper

A man suffering from a medical condition needed urgent medical attention, and the Trustpower TECT Rescue Helicopter came to his aid. The 68-year-old man fell ill... Read More