A severe weather warning for heavy rain is being issued for the Bay of Plenty and Rotorua. Heavy rain is expected to hit the region from about 3am Friday,... Read More

Rotorua is experiencing a marked reduction in crime since implementing a community safety strategy in the inner city, says the city's mayor. "There's... Read More

The Rotary Club of Ōtūmoetai has swung into action to hold a charity quiz night to support club member Harriet Campbell's next humanitarian ‘tour of... Read More

Households are struggling to save or cope with an unexpected bill because of the high cost of living, according to a Kiwibank report. The bank's first... Read More

Since its inception in 2020, Michelle Topham's compassionate efforts have supported over 300 women experiencing the grief, and sadness, and loss of miscarriage... Read More

Twenty lucky Lotto players, including two from Tauranga, will be celebrating a midweek windfall after each winning $13,378 with Lotto Second Division. One... Read More

Two people are facing manslaughter charges following two 2023 fatal crashes in the Bay of Plenty. Over the last nine months, investigations into the two separate... Read More

Workplace Relations and Safety Minister, Brooke van Velden says paid parental leave increase from July 1 will put more money in the pockets of Kiwi parents and... Read More

To cope with increased demand and pressure on the health system this winter, Hato Hone St John is implementing a plan to "effectively manage the seasonal surge". Dr... Read More

Western Bay of Plenty ratepayers are worried about the affordability of rates rises over the next decade. But Mayor James Denyer says the council has done... Read More

Whakapapa is gearing up to welcome an influx of young snow-seekers and first-time skiers to its slopes, following the success of its season pass campaign aimed... Read More

Waipuna Hospice is often misconceived as a place for your final days, where in reality it is there to support terminally ill individuals and their families,... Read More