New ZealandDesigning a town: Council eyeing climate-resilient, 2000-home village at AwakeriThe plan could deliver more than 2000 new housing lots at Awakeri.01 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandWhakatāne council reviews bylaws in face of dog attacksThe council will consult on easing CBD dog bans and tightening Ōhope Beach rules.27 Feb 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Heinous attack': Man charged after woman injured in BOP assaultPolice say a woman suffered moderate injuries and is 'extremely shaken'.27 Feb 02:58 AM
New Zealand‘We will be jumping off the boat’: Tour guide describes surviving inferno at sea 27 Feb 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Protecting assets': Regional council proposes $3b portfolio shake-up and 4% rates rise26 Feb 10:28 PM
New Zealand'Closer to home': Maternity services to be fully restored at Whakatāne Hospital26 Feb 03:58 AM
New ZealandRoading rethink: Residents push council to keep smooth asphalt over chipseal25 Feb 09:02 PM
New ZealandBeatings, whippings and food deprivation: Guardian admits manslaughter of boy after years of abuse25 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesRegional airline loans welcomed after soaring costs batter operatorsCarriers around the country may need a lifeline for the lifelines they provide.25 Feb 03:59 AM
New ZealandTeen farmers get a shedful of sheep to learn the ropesGovernment-owned Pāmu has 19 apprentices training on its farms nationwide.23 Feb 08:39 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingIrish billionaire takes controlling stake in Whakatāne Mill amid $128m upgradeShareholders have injected almost $90m in equity and $64.8m in loans since 2021.22 Feb 08:00 PM
EnergyGenesis Energy plans $400m equity raise after record first-half profitThe Government will invest $198m to keep its 51% stake in Genesis Energy.22 Feb 07:53 PM
New Zealand'Biggest spenders': Working holiday visas benefit the BayEach working holiday visa holder is estimated to inject up to $60,000.20 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'This is how I die’: Whakaari tour guide describes being engulfed by eruption'The moment I saw it, I knew what was happening. The island was erupting.'20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity invited to help with rebuild plan for West End to Ōtarawairere Point trackResidents can now submit detailed repair plans for the damaged coastal track.20 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Like Russian Roulette': Residents plead for fixes to deadly SH2 bendOne October smash injured six people and sparked the safety campaign.19 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandLandslide and treefall: Campground reopens after evacuationAll 107 guests were evacuated on Saturday while engineers checked the Ōhiwa slope.19 Feb 12:41 AM
New ZealandBeloved Ōhope coastal track faces permanent closure under new council planStaff say permanent closure is the lowest cost and lowest risk option.18 Feb 03:33 AM
New ZealandRed hat assault: Four charged after youth attacked in WhakatāneAll four men face aggravated robbery charges in the Whakatāne court.18 Feb 12:43 AM
New ZealandNew slip risk halts Waioweka Gorge convoys for at least 25 hoursA safety inspection on February 18 will decide when convoys can resume.17 Feb 12:03 AM
New ZealandRed hat attack: Police probe gang-related assault in BoP CBDSenior Sergeant Cam Mackinnon says the assault shows a need for more CBD patrols.16 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandWaka ama crew swamped by wake going over Whakatāne barThe crew lost an $800 steering blade and a $2000 Garmin GPS watch in the swamping.16 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandTeen driver killed in crash while fleeing security guards during illegal hunting tripCoroner Ian Telford: 'Jacob’s death was preventable.'15 Feb 05:23 PM
New ZealandThe Taupō cop who has responded to some of the worst disasters in NZ & around the globe'I am there to do a good job for those grieving families.'14 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhakatāne urupa dispute: Trustees have their say in courtThe court must now decide whether to overturn or rethink the dig approval.13 Feb 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Entirely flawed': Regional councillors hit back at government reformsBay of Plenty councillors criticise government’s local reform, seek stronger Māori voice.12 Feb 11:09 PM
New Zealand'Keep a grab bag close': Bay braces for heavy rainOrange warning for east of Ōpōtiki, watch for rest of region over Friday and weekend.12 Feb 05:35 AM
New ZealandAll Stars comp teams welcomed as Hamilton gears up for NRL showcaseMya-Hill Moana returns for her fourth All Stars comp, but her first since becoming a mum.12 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Honest, kind and always there': Family remembers devoted dad after river searchDavid Roe went missing on January 23 while boating home in the Waioweka Gorge.11 Feb 11:20 PM
New ZealandWhakatāne rates rise stays at 9.4% as council opts to plug deficit over cutsSix of 11 councillors favour putting $1m into debt reduction and $700,000 aside.11 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandZero alcohol for all: BoP instructors welcome shake-up to licence systemLearner drivers under 25 must spend 12 months on a learner licence from 2027.08 Feb 05:00 PM
