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Classic clash between Te Puke and Greerton

The weekend's Western Bay Rugby results are setting up an intriguing finish to the Baywide preliminary competition. With Te Puke Sports and Greerton Marist... Read More

Severe weather expected on Monday

MetService has issued a Severe Weather Outlook for the first part of the coming week. "Severe weather is expected to affect many areas tomorrow, Monday,"... Read More

BOP Police operation shuts down antisocial drivers

A weekend Bay of Plenty Police operation, codenamed 'Operation Vendico' has resulted in sending antisocial road users "packing", says NZ Police. Bay... Read More

Fuel tax to end as July 1 changes kick in

From Monday, the cost of living will be eased for many New Zealanders as July 1 changes kick in, says Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. 'Abolishing the Auckland... Read More

Abbeyfield House on the horizon for Katikati

The final push to raise the last $250,000 needed for the construction of Katikati's Abbeyfield House is underway with a series of events announced. Abbeyfield... Read More

Know how to spot the signs of elder abuse

Age Concern New Zealand is urging everyone to spot and address the pervasive issue of elder abuse, which is often concealed behind closed doors. 'Elder abuse... Read More

Unexpected bright aurora surprises and thrills

Aurora fans have been treated to an unexpectedly bright display lighting up the skies, with photographers capturing the lights as far north as the Bay of Plenty. The... Read More

Magic sweep Stars out of finals

Waikato BOP AVIS Magic are continuing their upward trend with a thrilling hard-fought 51-47 win over the Stars to consolidate third spot on the table in Tauranga... Read More

Police appeal for pre-crash footage

Waikato Police investigating a fatal crash in Gordonton on Thursday would like to hear from anyone with video that captured two vehicles driving erratically... Read More

Police arrest five youth on crime spree

Five youth have been arrested following an alleged spate of thefts covering an over 100km roundtrip from Cambridge to Waihi Beach on Friday night. A group... Read More

Lotto Strike player wins $400,000

One lucky player from Stratford will be celebrating after winning $400,000 with Strike Four in Saturday night's live Lotto draw. The winning ticket was sold... Read More

Music festival gets bigger and better

An estimated 300 singers with an average age of 83 will be performing for charity at the second annual Bay of Plenty Villages Music Festival in August. At... Read More