Environment
06:45am Wed 27 Dec, 2023
Summer in New Zealand is synonymous with beaches, pools and barbecues. And, of course, long days spent in, or around, the water. We hit up those whose job... Read More
10:40am Tue 26 Dec, 2023
Firefighting is expected to continue on Matakana Island for several days. The blaze, which broke out on Saturday night, has already burnt through more than... Read More
10:10am Tue 26 Dec, 2023
Lined with beautiful coastlines and endless beaches and bays, the Western Bay of Plenty attracts thousands of beachgoers, swimmers, and surfers. With beautiful... Read More
08:30am Tue 26 Dec, 2023
Firefighting efforts on Matakana Island will continue until at least Wednesday, Fire and Emergency says. The blaze, which broke out on Saturday night, has... Read More
07:30am Tue 26 Dec, 2023
'It's the responsibility of every lake user to follow the rules to prevent gold clam or any other freshwater pest from spreading to the Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes... Read More
07:30am Sun 24 Dec, 2023
People often ask why there are dog-prohibited areas around Mount Maunganui, including on Mauao, Pilot Bay, Moturiki and Mount Main Beach. What is not commonly... Read More
06:50am Sat 23 Dec, 2023
Barbecues bonfires and fireworks, plus caravans, Christmas trees and boats - many of us consider these items as essentials for a classic Kiwi summer! But with... Read More
11:00am Fri 22 Dec, 2023
A project to protect and enhance several environmentally significant areas in the Whakatāne District has been re-confirmed for the next five years. The Whakatāne... Read More
10:10am Fri 22 Dec, 2023
While the holiday season is a time of joy and celebration for many, it can also create volumes of waste. Tauranga City Council's Sustainability and Waste... Read More
08:30am Fri 22 Dec, 2023
From putting food on the table to building marae resilience, Rotorua Lakes Council has provided $80,000 in funding grants to support initiatives that build stronger... Read More
11:40am Thu 21 Dec, 2023
Update: 12:40 Fire and emergency services say they sent one fire truck to the small scrub fire. The fire has since been extinguished. Fire and emergency... Read More
07:30am Thu 21 Dec, 2023
A veteran of Mount Maunganui Lifeguard Service is reminding beach-goers to stay safe in the surf this summer after he pulled two people from the water at Mount Main... Read More
21-Mar 12:39
Person dead in BoP hunting incident
21-Mar 11:45
Young skaters gear up for national champs
21-Mar 11:20
Discovering fungi in the Western Bay
21-Mar 10:50
Recidivist sex offender sentenced after rape
21-Mar 10:10
Road cones spark mixed reactions in Tauranga
21-Mar 08:30
Opinion: How Polyfest helps youth find identity
21-Mar 08:01
Olympians hit back against Kaituna River plans
21-Mar 07:30
Endangered turtle inspires international research
21-Mar 07:00
Family devastated by vicarage fire
21-Mar 06:30
Fogden targets home win in NZ 4x4 national series
21-Mar 05:00
'Step backwards': MP's voting rights bill opposed
20-Mar 20:00
Online safety fears: 'It's worrying for people'
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