Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he wants to explore the possibility of scrapping New Zealand's regional councils as the Government reforms the Resource... Read More

Kawerau district was ranked the second highest in New Zealand for per capita spending on gambling machines in the first quarter of this year. Te Whatu Ora... Read More

Rotorua mall retailers have seen the benefit of recently extended Safe City Guardian patrols. For the past month, Rotorua Lakes Council's guardians have included... Read More

Four housing developments in Tauranga will be the first delivered by a $100 million fund. The Bay of Plenty Housing Equity Fund launched in 2024, aiming to... Read More

The winter school holidays mean it's time to wear a few more layers to the beach… But school's out also means maintenance is in for the Pekatahi Bridge. The... Read More

It's been a long time coming but Te Puke's Heritage Plaza is finally getting a refresh. The open area on Jellicoe St, in front of My Pharmacy and Te Puke... Read More

Bay of Plenty turtle owners are now required to securely house their pets as the regional council changes its pest plan to prevent escapees. While unlikely... Read More

Western Bay of Plenty District Council has set its direction for this year's rates - with an average increase of 8.92%. This remains below the 10.13 % average... Read More

If you're driving in and around Te Puke over the next few weeks, it might take you a bit longer than usual to get to where you're going. With several road,... Read More

A Tauranga couple's plan to reopen the Maungatapu Sports Bar has divided the surrounding community in Tauranga. A neighbouring Maungatapu Rd business and... Read More

Changes to the Bay of Plenty Regional Pest Management Plan (RPMP) are a response to the threat of new and emerging pests across the region. Following a partial... Read More

Fluoride levels in Tauranga's water supply are being re-established following the replacement of a fluoride tank at Tauranga City Council's Waiāri Water... Read More