Concerns for man reported missing on Christmas Day

Waikato Police are appealing for sightings of Steven Rolls, who has been reported missing by his family. Steven left his Ōtorohanga home at around midday... Read More

Tauranga players win share of Christmas Day draw

Twelve lucky Lotto players will be celebrating after each winning $27,198 with Lotto Second Division in Wednesday night's live Lotto draw. Anyone who bought... Read More

Drug and alcohol warning ahead of festival season

A drug checking service has warned festival goers that partaking in risky drug taking could put a downer on their fun. KnowYourStuffNZ general manager Casey... Read More

Remembering the Boxing Day tsunami

This Boxing Day marks the 20th anniversary of the catastrophic Indian Ocean tsunami, one of the deadliest natural disasters in modern history. On December... Read More

Road closures that may impact your tavels

It is not unusual for roadworks to ramp up over the summer period, as workers make the most of warm and dry weather. With lots going on, it is important to... Read More

City braces for street machine battle

The population of Whanganui is set to explode tomorrow as the lower North Island city again hosts one of the most famous street fights in the world. The Cemetery... Read More

The secret lives of pregnant male pipefish  

A new University of Canterbury study reveals surprising differences in pipefish, where males carry the young, defying evolutionary norms. In a discovery... Read More

Ham wins tight race against lamb

Ham has edged out lamb to become the top choice for New Zealanders' festive tables this Christmas. A recent online survey reveals that 34.8% of Kiwis will... Read More

Tauranga Women's Refuge a lifeline during holidays

Tauranga Women's Refuge is constantly busy throughout the year, but the festive holiday season is their busiest stretch. With few community support services... Read More

Merry Christmas from Tauranga's Mayor

After a whirlwind five months in office, it's now my privilege to wish all SunLive's readers a very merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year. This... Read More

WBOP Mayor's Christmas message

As we prepare to say ka kite rā or farewell to 2024, I want to take a moment to connect with you all. Looking back, 2024 has been filled with challenges... Read More

Fatal crash in Tauranga

One person has died following a crash in Tauranga. Emergency services were called to the scene of the crash on Fraser St, at its intersection with Lloyd St,... Read More