One of Aotearoa's most accomplished musicians hopes to recruit 10,000 people to reclaim the haka world record. France holds the current Guiness World... Read More

New research has revealed an unlikely source for the unique volcanic activity in the Taupō region, one of the most volatile volcanic fields on the planet. The... Read More

A smash and grab from a Tauranga store is being used a reminder to urge people to report any suspicious activity to police. At about 1.20am, police were informed... Read More

UPDATE: Four people have been injured - two seriously - in a crash blocking a highway south of Whakatāne in the Bay of Plenty. Emergency services are... Read More

A mix of new and regular events are receiving funding from the Tauranga Western Bay Community Event Fund's second funding round for 2024/2025. The 23 funded... Read More

ACC is a finalist in Te Hāpai Hapori, the Spirit of Service Awards, for their work with the Rongoā Māori Service. Run by Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service... Read More

Te Puke stalwart Colleen Pye is stepping up as Area Coordinator for Neighbourhood Support Western Bay of Plenty. Neighbourhood Support works to make homes, streets,... Read More

Senior Sergeant Nick Lewer was chasing a man, who was wanted for a string of burglaries, on foot when he heard the sound of a gunshot. Fearing he... Read More

Two months of works are about to begin to drill a new, deeper groundwater bore hole in Ōmokoroa. Bay of Plenty Regional Council has a groundwater bore at... Read More

In light of the recent increase in whooping cough (pertussis) cases, proactive measures to protect the health of Tauranga the community. According to Te Whatu... Read More

Shopping via social media is convenient, however, it's important to identify the warning signs of a scam, says a Facebook post from NZ Police. 'Be vigilant... Read More

School is back for term three and its again time to be extra cautious around schools. When travelling near a school it is important to take road safety precautions... Read More