Bay of Plenty principals react to new industry-led school subjects
Infometrics data shows construction was the Bay of Plenty region’s second biggest employer, with about 18,000 filled jobs…
Matatā fatal road incident: State Highway 2 reopens after Bay of Plenty crash
RNZ reported the two people had been stabbed. The vehicle then left the road and crashed, police said.…
One in custody, road diversions after serious Matatā incident
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Bay of Plenty cop Harrison Rickard-Simms busted drink-driving, appeals conviction
He failed in his bid to get a discharge when he appeared before Community Magistrate Lesley Jensen on…
Bay of Plenty Regional Council approves first bus fare increase since 2018
The council’s public transport committee recommended increasing the fares by 25% to get closer to the Government’s cost…
Bay of Plenty avocado growers donate windfall fruit after devastating weather
He said one orchard that packed fruit before and after the storm experienced a drop in the export…
We asked dietitians for healthy high-protein meals. Here’s their list
Registered dietitians told us that most adults should aim to eat between 25 and 30g of protein at…
Police confirm death not suspicious after body discovered at Plummers Point
Police and St John staff at the incident on Plummers Point Rd. Photo / Ayla Yeoman Police are…
Bay of Plenty police officer charged with unlawfully accessing intelligence system
The Passport Act charge carries a maximum sentence of five years’ imprisonment or a $15,000 fine. The officer…
Bay of Plenty police officer charged with unlawfully accessing intelligence system
The Passport Act charge carries a maximum sentence of five years’ imprisonment or a $15,000 fine. The officer…
Violent Bay of Plenty hostage-taker Jade Mellow gets an extra 15 months added to jail sentence
About 10pm that night, Mellow was parked in a car near Edgecumbe with a cut-down .22 calibre rifle,…
Christchurch traffic, earthquakes, weather: Readers share city’s biggest challenges
Many commenters noted Christchurch still had its fair share of rush-hour traffic blockages. Riccarton Rd during peak traffic…