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Plasma donations save BOP woman's life

Rotorua woman Megan Rumble says she would not be alive if not for the more than 111 bags of donated plasma she has received in a week. The 27-year-old... Read More

Youth Voices Action empowers BOP rangatahi

Youth Voices Action is on a mission to empower young people across Bay of Plenty by creating safe, inclusive spaces where rangatahi can be themselves, share... Read More

Tauranga man sentenced for child abuse material

Warning: This story discusses sexual abuse, self-harm and suicide. A man's risk of self-harm and suicide resulted in him being given permanent name... Read More

Cardiac arrest survivor shares his story

October is now dubbed Shocktober for the third year running and Hato Hone St John is on a mission to empower as many people as possible with lifesaving skills... Read More

Scion staff recognised for excellence

Scion celebrated the dedication and achievements of its employees at the 2024 Employee Recognition Awards, where more than 90 nominations — the highest... Read More

Siblings dominate at Sticky Johnson Champs

The duo of Zara Owen and Jaxon Pardoe of Gisborne have claimed the two major titles at the Sticky Johnson Primary School Champs presented by Skullcandy completed... Read More

Protect our lakes from freshwater pests

With trout fishing season opening today, those coming to the Rotorua Te Arawa lakes are being urged to be vigilant in stopping the spread of freshwater pests. Toi... Read More

Boaties reminded to check their moorings

Heavy weather on the horizon has prompted Bay of Plenty Regional Council to remind boat owners to check their moorings. 'Unfortunately, things look to be... Read More

Severe weather to put an end to a settled run

Heavy rain and strong winds are expected to put an end to the sunny spree in the Bay of Plenty come the middle of the week. A we move into today, the MetService... Read More

Coromandel pest-trapping group wins funding

Just in time for the breeding season for endangered dotterels, a Coromandel town is kicking off a backyard trapping movement.. Predator Free NZ Trust... Read More

Owner 'gutted' by lack of action over dog attack

*Warning: Contains graphic images A Western Bay dog owner is 'absolutely gutted” there won't be a prosecution after his beloved Border Collie was 'ripped... Read More

Snapper limits up, orange roughy down

Catch limits for several fisheries will be increased after a review that shows stocks of those species are healthy and abundant. The changes are being made... Read More