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Former chief executive to return to WBOP council

Western Bay of Plenty will have a familiar face leading its council with the appointment of Miriam Taris as interim chief executive. Taris will replace John... Read More

Higher Archey’s frog numbers offer little relief

New Zealand's Archey's frog population is higher than previously estimated, but the species remains at risk, according to a new conservation status report. An... Read More

Serious injuries in BoP crash

One person is reported to have serious injuries following a crash in the Bay of Plenty. Emergency services were called after a ute had rolled on State Highway... Read More

Son was insane when he stabbed father, judge finds

A son who stabbed his father to death as he washed dishes was insane and not criminally responsible for the Tauranga attack six years ago, a High Court judge... Read More

Pams chicken nuggets recalled

New Zealand Food Safety (NZFS) has supported a recall of Pams brand Tempura Coated Chicken Nuggets after small pieces of blue rubber were found in the product. 'If... Read More

CensusAtSchool 2025–2026 survey launching

On February 25, CensusAtSchool New Zealand - TataurangaKiTeKura Aotearoa launches its 12th biennial survey, capturing the voices of thousands of students nationwide. This... Read More

Why farmers are turning to magnets to protect cows

Dairy farmers are being warned about the dangers of their cows eating metal which can kill them - and some farmers are using magnets to detect the fragments. Metal... Read More

Meningitis warning as students return to study

As the first university semester of 2025 gets underway across the country, students and parents are being urged to educate themselves on the risks associated... Read More

NZ Super Saloon Car Championships

Twenty-five laps of intense racing on a wide track surface delivered New Zealand speedway history at Mount Maunganui's Baypark Speedway on Saturday night. Christchurch... Read More

Possible new sighting of Marokopa fugitive father

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$10.3m funding agreed for Tauranga traffic project

Plans to reduce congestion in one of Tauranga's biggest choke points can begin after the Government approved funding for the design stage. New Zealand Transport... Read More

Alleged drunk driver stopped with baby on SH29

A woman driving allegedly three times the legal alcohol limit with a baby on board has been caught with the help of a roading crew. Police said today... Read More