Environment
09:21am Tue 26 Dec, 2017
Welcome to Boxing Day! What is Boxing Day? A national holiday, a day to spend with family and friends and to eat up all the leftovers of Christmas Day. The origins... Read More
08:38am Tue 26 Dec, 2017
Three fire trucks and a tanker were called to the blaze at Waimapu Road just after 9pm. A Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokesperson says the fire covered an area... Read More
07:40am Tue 26 Dec, 2017
Locals are being reminded of the total fire ban which is in place along the coastal strip of Mount Maunganui and Papamoa until further notice. This applies to all... Read More
06:59am Tue 26 Dec, 2017
Locally taken shellfish may be a rare menu item on the summer barbecue this season, with biotoxin alerts in place for most of the Bay of Plenty. It means grabbing... Read More
03:50pm Sun 24 Dec, 2017
Everyone has a favourite beach and Waihi Beach is mine. Nine kilometres of flat, golden sand, often described as the gateway to the Coromandel and Bay of Plenty.... Read More
01:18pm Sat 23 Dec, 2017
An introduction of boat ramp fees, increased funding for tourism and an integrated wastewater project are just some of the many decisions which will be a focus for... Read More
08:58am Sat 23 Dec, 2017
A man injured yesterday while collecting paua near Mayor Island has been flown to hospital. The Trustpower TECT Rescue Helicopter was dispatched to the island just... Read More
08:26am Sat 23 Dec, 2017
Two matuku chicks have been rescued and brought into ARRC Wildlife Trust this week. Usually a shy bird, well-camouflaged and rarely seen, the birds were found around... Read More
07:52am Sat 23 Dec, 2017
In today's weather forecast we are expecting some early morning drizzle clearing, then a chance of an afternoon shower, with light winds and sea breezes. It's a... Read More
07:03am Sat 23 Dec, 2017
The cause of a shed fire in Merivale last night remains unknown as fire crews continue to investigate into today. A Fire and Emergency Services spokesperson... Read More
04:49pm Fri 22 Dec, 2017
The debate on whether lifejackets for water skiers will become compulsory in the Bay of Plenty is being referred to the regional council by Coroner Wallace Bain. A... Read More
03:56pm Fri 22 Dec, 2017
Avocado pickers are being warned to look up before they work to ensure they are well clear of power lines, as the avocado picking season gets underway in the Bay... Read More
05-Nov 18:00
Western Bay weighs charges for granny flats
05-Nov 17:00
Man suffers life-altering injuries in Mount attack
05-Nov 15:00
BoP set for summer-like heat as temperatures soar
05-Nov 11:55
Man charged with arson after car fire
05-Nov 11:41
Bay of Plenty Lotto player wins nearly $34k
05-Nov 10:49
Voter access concerns after ramp door locked
05-Nov 08:48
Car ends up off road in Ōhauiti, house undamaged
05-Nov 08:30
Heavy traffic snarls Hewletts Rd commuters
05-Nov 08:00
Bay homes offer a retirement alternative
05-Nov 07:00
Resident says shelterbelt is reducing visibility
05-Nov 06:00
SPCA renews fireworks ban call as Guy Fawkes nears
04-Nov 18:00
BOP fisherman receives international recognition
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