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Councillors ramp up security after threats

At least two newly elected councillors in the Eastern Bay of Plenty will be accessing newly available support to have security systems installed in their homes... Read More

Rotorua SH30A roadworks steaming ahead

Roading crews will be a familiar sight around Rotorua over the next month, with a significant piece of work taking place. Sandra King, Transport Agency Waka... Read More

New Tauriko link opens as final SH29 link done

A new connection is set to open in Tauriko with the completion of the fourth and final leg of the State Highway 29 Redwood Lane roundabout. The roundabout,... Read More

Summer dog walk series kicks off in Te Puna

Paws at the ready, pooches! Western Bay of Plenty District Council's first Wander Walk is coming to Te Puna Quarry Park on November 8. The free, guided dog... Read More

Ash emitted in 'weak eruptions' on Whakaari

Ash was emitted in two recent eruptions on Whakaari/White Island, an observation flight has confirmed. There were two distinct eruptions at the active... Read More

How La Niña could shape early summer weather

Warm, humid weather is on the way for early summer, with a chance of heavy rain for parts of the country. In its latest Seasonal Climate Outlook, Earth Sciences... Read More

Teen's death a tragic warning on online grooming

Warning: This article is about suicide and may be distressing for some readers. A teenager who developed post-traumatic stress disorder after exposure to... Read More

Govt drops Treaty duty for school boards

The Government will remove a requirement for school boards to give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, but will still make clear they should seek to achieve... Read More

Body found in Lake Taupō

A body has been recovered from Lake Taupō. Police were called to the location near Wharewaka Point about 11.10am after someone saw a body in the... Read More

BoP to lead next phase of hazard portal

Nearly 85,000 people have accessed New Zealand's Natural Hazards Portal in the past year, reflecting a growing public interest in understanding and preparing... Read More

Waihī Beach to mark 90 Years of lifesaving

Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services Inc is celebrating 90 years of operation next month with a weekend jam-packed with activities to showcase the club's lifesaving... Read More

New Big Buddy group launches in Tauranga

A new programme supporting teenage boys growing up without fathers has launched in Tauranga, backed by an $8000 grant from the Bay of Plenty Education Trust. The... Read More