Business & Markets

New GM for Tourism BOP

Tourism Bay of Plenty have appointed a new general manager. Oscar Nathan will take over the position fulltime, after temporarily stepping into Kristin Dunne's... Read More

Te Tuinga celebrate Matariki

Celebrating Tauranga as a safe anchorage for all was the theme for a final celebration of Matariki on Friday night. Te Tuinga Whānau gathered their wider community... Read More

Greerton colouring up Tauranga for winter

An explosion of colour has appeared in Greerton Village this week as yarn bombing returns to brighten up the winter days ahead. Under the theme ‘Colour... Read More

Would you take a pay cut to have your dog at work?

A new survey of nearly 800 Kiwis has unearthed startling news - just over half of those who are currently allowed to bring a dog to work wouldn't move to a better... Read More

What‘s on - racing, markets and music

Good morning and welcome to Sunday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. MetService are forecasting a partly cloudy day with... Read More

Ready-to-eat salads recalled due to Listeria fear

Three types of ready-to-eat deli salads sold in Foodstuffs stores across New Zealand are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria bacteria. The... Read More

Large fire behind Bethlehem Town Centre

A fire has destroyed part of a hedge and damaged two cars behind Bethlehem Town Centre. The fire was well alight before fire crews arrived, with flames blazing... Read More

Second largest Fieldays in 53 year history

This year's Fieldays 2021 was the second biggest in the event's 53-year history, with a total of 132,776 people attending over the four days to experience the... Read More

“Breathtaking” Tauranga house wins regional awards

A Tauranga beachside home described by judges as 'unbelievably breathtaking” has taken out the Supreme New House of the Year Award in the Bay of Plenty &... Read More

What‘s on - grassroots footie, powhiri and gala

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. MetService are forecasting long fine spells with... Read More

Unions clash with Port over safety concerns

The Port of Tauranga is disputing claims from workers and the Maritime Union of New Zealand that safety is not a priority at the port. The allegations come from... Read More

Air NZ prepares for busiest July on record

The country's biggest airport is preparing for its busiest day since Covid-19 clamped down on travel, as people make the most of the school holidays. Auckland... Read More