Silica sinter terraces could form the backdrop of geothermal hot baths in Kawerau, if an idea from Ngāti Tūwharetoa Bay of Plenty Settlement Trust comes to... Read More

Winter has arrived in the Bay of Plenty, and with it, plenty of wet weather. That's why Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional is reminding landowners living near... Read More

A plan to hire 'the snipers of the hunting world” to cull feral goats wreaking 'havoc” in the Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park has been kick-started... Read More

Two Scion programmes have received a second round of government funding for collaborative research with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa)... Read More

A Bay of Plenty project is one of three solar projects in regional New Zealand which will receive loans of up to $28.1 million combined from the Regional Infrastructure... Read More

Bay of Plenty turtle owners are now required to securely house their pets as the regional council changes its pest plan to prevent escapees. While unlikely... Read More

More than 400 people gathered on the summit of Mauao in the early hours of this morning to celebrate Matariki and remember those who have passed. Te Puna... Read More

Changes to the Bay of Plenty Regional Pest Management Plan (RPMP) are a response to the threat of new and emerging pests across the region. Following a partial... Read More

Despite the impressive large plume above Whakaari/White Island this morning authorities say the volcano has not erupted. Photos posted to social media today... Read More

With winter starting to bite, Powerco is urging property owners to keep trees well clear of power lines. In a statement, the lines company said overgrown... Read More

In 2024 ACC spent more than $44 million dollars helping people recover from snow-sports related activities. The organisation is challenging people to take... Read More

As the snow season gets underway, NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) is boosting avalanche safety with a new video series, delivering a vital resource for backcountry... Read More