Update. 3.30pm: State Highway 2 traffic near the Te Puna Stream Bridge is reduced to one lane, due to a large scrub fire ...

Backing on to the Mauao Historic Reserve, Mount Beachside Holiday Park boasts one of the best holiday locations in the ...

On 2 January 2025, Beryl passed away peacefully, aged 81. She will be deeply missed by Barry, Leanne, Kaywyn, Wendy and their families, her friends and all who knew and loved her. In lieu of flowers, ...

Dutch elm disease has claimed the life of a 100-year-old elm tree in the Waikato, despite the tree being vaccinated. The ...

The Bay of Plenty should expect to see some brighter and drier days this week. Flurries of snow were seen at the top of the Desert Road on Sunday, bringing a colder start to the week. MetService ...

Passed away peacefully at Tauranga Hospital on 20th December 2024 aged 52 years, after a brave battle. Dearly loved daughter of the late Kevin and Shirley Griffin. Much loved sister of Anna, Stuart ...

One person is in police custody following a crash in the Western Bay of Plenty. About 9.30am, Police were called to a ...

One person has been taken into custody, and another is being treated for moderate injuries after a crash on State Highway 2.

Rotorua mother Laila Jeffries had “life-changing” breast reduction surgery in April after 15 years of “fighting” to get it.

The Ōpōtiki News reported the attack on a young woman on September 14, which left her with serious injuries requiring ...

If your Christmas tree seller does do pickups, don't leave it on the berm or kerbside - it has to be inside your property.

David passed away peacefully at home. Dearly loved husband of Alison and treasured father and father-in-law of Allan and Kathryn, Roger and Lisa, Maree, Neil and Catherine. Loved Grandy to his 8 ...