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McMillan announced as All Blacks XV Head Coach

Clayton McMillan has been announced as Head Coach of the All Blacks XV and will lead the team on a two-match Northern Tour with Assistant Coaches Jamie Mackintosh... Read More

Thunderstorm watch issued ahead of severe weather

A severe thunderstorm watch is now in place for many places around the North Island, including the Bay of Plenty. A series of active fronts preceded by a... Read More

Tim Southee steps down as test captain

Tim Southee stepped down as Black Caps Test captain on October 2, with Tom Latham confirmed to take the role full-time. Latham, who captained the Test side... Read More

Pāpāmoa crash causes traffic delays

​​​​​​ Traffic is delayed after a crash on Parton Road in Pāpāmoa. A car hit the side of an overbridge on Parton Road, above State Highway 2,... Read More

Frustration over chaotic straights closure

Roadworks that closing State Highway 34 that officially adds 20 minutes travel time between Kawerau and Te Teko has some residents scratching their heads. Kawerau... Read More

Tauranga pups looking for perfect match

SPCA has hundreds of dogs and puppies waiting to meet their new person, and from October 5 -20 it's a little easier to welcome them home. Canine lovers who... Read More

Hospital: Refurbished children’s unit opens

Colourful artwork and improved treatment rooms will greet sick young people in Rotorua Hospital's newly upgraded children's ward. Health minister Dr Shane... Read More

Katikati Community Board area could be reduced

The area covered by the Katikati Community Board would be drastically reduced under a new proposal. Western Bay of Plenty District Council is undertaking... Read More

Roaming dogs 'an issue’ across Hauraki

An increase in dog attacks has Hauraki district officials worried. Reported dog attacks on other dogs and animals have more than doubled, with 50 this year... Read More

Stigma around dementia leaves families isolated

Loneliness and isolation are some of the major impacts a dementia diagnosis can have on families around the world, new research shows. Alzheimer's Disease... Read More

Te Puke Community Board approves $4700 in grants

When grant applications totalling more than $21,000 are received, but only $11,000 is available, something has to give. That was the situation Te Puke Community... Read More

Pink Ribbon Street Appeal: Plea for volunteers

People in the Bay of Plenty are being encouraged to sign up as a volunteers for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ's Pink Ribbon Street Appeal this October. Volunteer... Read More