Marine
08:10am Mon 11 Jan, 2016
The warm summer weather has prompted a notable visible increase in various algal blooms in two lakes in the Bay of Plenty. The latest tests from the Bay of Plenty... Read More
09:11am Sun 10 Jan, 2016
Boaties at the Bridge Marina are used to things berthing at the pier. But they had an extra surprise marine visitor yesterday. Like the Otis Redding song says 'Sitting... Read More
11:15am Fri 08 Jan, 2016
A decision on seabed mining exploration off Waihi Beach is expected in about two months, says the Ministry of business innovation and employment. Pacific Offshore... Read More
08:42am Wed 06 Jan, 2016
Everyone knows they're out there, but how well do you know your sharks? NIWA looks at four of the most common sharks you're likely to spot this summer. This bronze... Read More
02:48pm Tue 05 Jan, 2016
Looking for something tasty on your beach for holiday dinner this summer? NIWA scientists have the lowdown on some of the most mouth-watering fish and seafood that... Read More
06:50am Tue 05 Jan, 2016
Lifejackets, they're a rule not a choice. The personal flotation devices are a legal requirement for everyone on board. Remember, lifejackets only work if you wear... Read More
03:45pm Sun 03 Jan, 2016
Kiwis across the country are packing up the car and searching for the best place to spend their petrol dollar as they travel to or from holiday destinations. They... Read More
03:01pm Sun 03 Jan, 2016
It's not a total wash out for Bay of Plenty holiday makers with the MetService predicting the sun to make a welcome return Tuesday and Wednesday. But unfortunately... Read More
01:01pm Sun 03 Jan, 2016
Once Christmas and New Year is out of the way, the fishing can resume, and the Tauranga sport Fishing Club has a series of competitions beginning January 9, with... Read More
09:10am Sun 03 Jan, 2016
Update 11.07am: The heavy rain warning has been lifted for the Coromandel Peninsula. A rain warning is still in force for the Bay of Plenty east of Rotorua. Roads... Read More
03:10pm Mon 28 Dec, 2015
The jetsprint boats will power their way into Mount Maunganui's ASB Baypark Stadium again this January, with a whole new level of hi-octane, international, not-to-be-missed... Read More
01:33pm Mon 28 Dec, 2015
Share a video or photo about what you love about the Rotorua lakes on the Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Facebook page and go into the draw to win a GoPro HERO and two stand... Read More
12-Nov 14:35
Te Puke, Rotorua players score Lotto wins
12-Nov 14:00
Streetscape revamp targets safety and visibility
12-Nov 12:54
Pāpāmoa Hills reopens after slip risk closure
12-Nov 11:45
Waihī mine campsite gets council tick
12-Nov 11:00
Council to keep fire depot, historic cottage
12-Nov 10:00
Tauranga youth secure climate project funding
12-Nov 08:03
Petition backs Bethlehem footpath link
12-Nov 06:00
Run the Runway raises $24k for rescue chopper
11-Nov 17:00
New faces join BOP Garden and Art festival trail
11-Nov 15:28
Person dies at Bay of Plenty sawmill
11-Nov 15:00
'Remarkable' Tauranga yachting coach wins award
11-Nov 12:23
Council staff back five-year licence for mine camp
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