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Student wins upcycling crown again

Down a long driveway, in a tiny corner of her family's lounge, is where Zoe Wallis stitches together her competition-winning upcycled fashion garments. The... Read More

BOP chase first Ranfurly Shield win since 2004

Twenty-two years after their only Ranfurly Shield reign ended at the hands of Canterbury, Bay of Plenty have a chance to write a new chapter in provincial... Read More

BOP cyclists face fires on shrinking Danube flows

Bay of Plenty conservationists cycling the length of the Danube have found themselves riding through wildfires and alongside a river so low that World War II... Read More

Arts Festival unveils stellar 2026 programme

A cult cabaret, interactive gaming experience, acrobatic troupe, bilingual theatre, renowned pianist and a host of musical performances are among the attractions... Read More

The risks of El Ninio and how to prepare

With El Nino being officially declared, agencies across New Zealand are preparing for potentially severe weather. The weather phenomenon will bring dry and... Read More

Kiwifruit sector launches $48m growth programme

The kiwifruit industry and the Government have joined forces in a nearly $50 million initiative aimed at increasing production while protecting the environment. Agriculture... Read More

Lower Kaimai crash: One seriously injured

A person has been seriously injured in a crash that has blocked State Highway 29 near Lower Kaimai. Police said they were notified of the single-vehicle crash... Read More

BOP braces for days of heavy rain

Bay of Plenty has recorded its wettest day of the month so far, with more heavy rain forecast and warnings in place as a slow-moving weather system brings flooding... Read More

Tears as neighbour recalls toddler's last day

A neighbour of Sadie-Leigh Gardner broke down in tears as she tried to recall events and timings before the toddler lay unresponsive on her flat floor. An... Read More

Bay academic wins top quantity surveying honour

A Bay of Plenty academic helping train the next generation of quantity surveyors has been recognised with one of the industry's highest honours. Toi Ohomai... Read More

Bay of Plenty prop returns to Black Ferns squad

Bay of Plenty front-rower Santo Taumata is back in the Black Ferns in a 31-player squad for the remainder of the 2026 international season. Taumata, who was... Read More

Heavy rain warning: Slips and flooding possible

An orange heavy rain warning is now in place for areas west of Kawerau. The warning is in force from 8am until 3pm on Thursday as a slow-moving front moves... Read More