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Whakatāne council divided over Rex Morpeth hub

Seven councillors supported staff recommendations for Rex Morpeth Recreation Hub at Whakatāne District Council's Long-term Plan deliberations this week, while... Read More

Munro retires from international cricket

Colin Munro has announced his retirement from international cricket, officially calling time on an international career that spanned 123 matches. The explosive... Read More

Safety concerns for students on SH2 buses

Students are standing up on buses for more than an hour on State Highway 2 while travelling to and from school due to overcrowding issues, according to concerned... Read More

Feeling the burn at the chilli comp in Tauranga

So you think you're hot stuff, but how well can you really handle the heat? It's time to feel the burn baby — and, no, we're not talking about hitting... Read More

Drone show to light up BOP sky

A drone show is set to light up the night sky this Matariki. Set to take place at the Rotorua Lakefront on June 27 and June 28 at 8pm as part of the Aronui... Read More

Western Bay facing a 13.6 percent rates rise

Western Bay households face paying an extra $300 to $350 this year for rates under the council's long-term plan proposal. This rise is even with key projects... Read More

Mother's Day Tribute: Working on a rescue chopper

As Mother's Day approaches, the Philips Search and Rescue Trust would like to shine a spotlight on the incredible mothers who serve as Crewmen and Critical... Read More

Tauranga fly fisher heads to world championships

Fly fishing is Ollie Bassett's passion, and now the Tauranga local is preparing to represent New Zealand in France for the World Fly Fishing Championship. After... Read More

Tauranga Whai celebrates home game victory

In what is being described as an exhilarating fifth home game of the season, the Tauranga Whai secured a nail-biting victory over the Otago Nuggets. The home... Read More

Gisborne to host 2024 Grom Series Final Show down

After an incredible summer of junior surfing events New Zealand's top groms froth levels are turned to max as the Sequence Surf Shop Gisborne Junior Pro... Read More

Crash causing traffic delays on SH29

Motorists travelling between Tauranga and the Waikato via State Highway 29 are being warned to expect delays. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is reporting... Read More

LIVE: Power cut threats as temps drop below -6C

The country is waking to a bitterly cold morning with temperatures dropping as low as -6C in some areas overnight amid threats of power cuts. Meanwhile, group... Read More