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Wild weather leaves damage in its wake

Trampolines blown over, trees ripped from roots, powerlines down and flooding. These were just some of the things reported as wild weather lashed the North Island... Read More

Person missing after car crashes into river

UPDATE 10.19PM: Emergency services continue to work at the scene of a crash on SH 29, Lower Kaimai. A person injured in the crash has been transported to hospital,... Read More

Serious injuries following crash in Te Puna

Motorcyclists has been injured in a crash in Te Puna this afternoon. A police spokesperson at the scene of the crash on Te Puna Road who spoke to SunLive, says... Read More

Apartment hotel brings new life to Tauranga CBD

A new apartment hotel is already having a positive impact on the Tauranga CBD and restaurants are reporting an increase in trade. The Quest Tauranga Central... Read More

Foggy start to the weekend

Welcome Bay residents woke to early morning fog on Saturday as mist and early cloud covered patches across the Bay of Plenty and Waikato regions. WeatherWatch... Read More

Welcoming cruise ships a hoot for Mount woman

A Mount Maunganui woman has taken it on herself to welcome and farewell every cruise ship as it enters Tauranga Harbour. Lorraine Trivett has created numerous... Read More

Hot Pink Walk a blushing success

It was a sea of pink on Wednesday night as people of all ages turned out for the 2019 HOT Pink Walk. People started to gather at Masonic Park on The Strand around... Read More

Car over bank on SH29A Matapihi

Update: 5:40pm A nose to tail crash has happened in the traffic on state highway 29A. The traffic has been caused by a vehicle going through a barrier and down... Read More

Humpback whales unusual sight in Tauranga Harbour

Locals were delighted by a Humpback whale and her calf splashing in the Tauranga Harbour. The pair were spotted Monday morning coming through the harbour entrance... Read More

Large fire on Hereford Road in Oropi

Update: 12:49pm Fire and Emergency are attending a shed fire on Hereford Road just off Oropi Road. They arrived at the scene around 12pm. A SunLive photographer... Read More

Health, wellness businesses hidden within the CBD

As cars drive up and down Devonport Road, above where Whitcoulls and AJ's Lotto once was, is just one of the CBD's hidden gems. The Pilates Loft requires a staircase... Read More

Young growers vie for national title

Seven of the country's top young growers are battling it out at Mount Maunganui today in the opening round of the 2019 Young Grower of the Year competition. ... Read More