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Kiwi with 'reckless' history to be deported

A Kiwi with a menacing history of driving offences has been kicked out of Australia, where his children live, after ploughing into a motorcyclist and... Read More

Flooded streets in Whakatāne

Monday's rain has resulted in surface flooding across some streets in Whakatāne this afternoon. Motorists are reporting that Pounama Place and Peace Street... Read More

One seriously injured in Tauranga crash

One person has been seriously injured following a crash in Tauranga. In a statement to SunLive, a police spokesperson said that there has been a single vehicle... Read More

Heavy rain, snow, and winds hit NZ regions

A busy stretch of weather is on the way, with many areas set to face a range of conditions throughout the week After an already wet month, Northland will... Read More

'A higher chance' of more sea snakes - ecologist

More sea snakes could show up on our beaches in the near future, an ecologist is warning. A yellow-bellied sea snake was spotted at Omaha Beach near Auckland... Read More

New bus stops make life easier for commuters

Bus users are enjoying easier access to southern parts of Tauranga's city centre after the opening of six new bus stops bays this morning. The new stops,... Read More

Baywide rugby battle continues

The six Western Bay of Plenty sides in the Baywide Premier Rugby title race played catch-up in round five on Saturday, with competition frontrunners Whakarewarewa... Read More

Meth use rises sharply in BoP, cocaine also up

Cheaper and more available methamphetamine is likely why the drug's use has surged 65% in the Bay of Plenty in the last year, agencies say. New wastewater... Read More

Record growth in R&D to drive economy

Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti has welcomed a significant milestone in New Zealand's research and development (R&D) sector, with new... Read More

Powerball and Strike roll over

Powerball and Strike have both rolled over on Saturday night, meaning there is a combined prize pool of $6.4 million up for grabs on Wednesday. Powerball... Read More

Rainy start to the school term

The moist northeasterly flow will continue to affect the North Island on Tuesday, with bands of rain affecting many northern and central parts of the country,... Read More

Power outages reported around Tauranga

A number of properties are reported to be without power in Tauranga this morning. According to the Powerco website, power cuts have affected 43 properties... Read More