A new $2.1 million wharf is being built at Panepane Point, on the southeastern tip of Matakana Island. The new structure, including two jetties and a pontoon,... Read More

On Thursday night, dedicated community groups and volunteers were recognised at the 2025 Western Bay Community Awards. Hosted at Holy Trinity Tauranga the... Read More

Fresh explosive activity has been recorded at Whakaari/White Island with evidence of 'ballistic blocks” ejected more than half a kilometre from the active... Read More

Ahead of Alone: Australia's third season premiering in New Zealand on March 27, Kiwi contestant Shay Williamson tells Mitchell Hageman what prompted him to swap... Read More

The stars are aligning for the Bay of Plenty kiwifruit industry. 'If we execute well, there is a solid, reliable, decade ahead,” said Andrew Dunstan,... Read More

A nature-based approach to river management could bring greater protection against flooding than building bigger stop-banks, new research suggests. Giving... Read More

As autumn arrives, veterinarians are warning pet owners about the dangers of grass seeds, which can seriously harm animals. Grass seeds are dangerous because... Read More

Garden art and greenery drew the crowds at the first Athenree and Waihi Beach Garden Club backyard ramble. Nine properties were showcased in the club's garden... Read More

Two surfers were treated to a friendly encounter with a pod of orca off Arataki beach on Sunday morning. Civil construction worker Andy Morris and his brother-in-law... Read More

NZ Mountain Safety Council is calling on hikers and trampers around the motu to help other walkers this autumn by sharing a review on Plan My Walk. The safety... Read More

A rāhui has been placed on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing following the death of a man who collapsed while hiking the track. The man, in his 50s, collapsed... Read More

There's something intriguing about fungi. The fungi kingdom is all through local forests and the Aongatete Forest Project wants to share their knowledge with... Read More