Tag: Bay of Plenty

**House Fire Rescue in Whakatāne: One Person Saved**In a dramatic turn of events this afternoon in Whakatāne, a person was rescued from a house fire on Arawa Street. The scene was chaotic as fire...

A tragic incident unfolded in the eastern Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, as a man lost his life after encountering difficulties in the water at Omaio. The incident, which occurred around 12:30 pm, prompted...

Shark Sightings Prompt Beach Closures in Bay of Plenty and ChristchurchPopular beaches in holiday hotspots in both islands have been forced to close this afternoon after separate shark sightings, prompting evacuations by lifeguards.Lifeguards at...

The Police National Dive Squad is currently on a manhunt for a suspect who jumped into the harbour near Ōhope while evading authorities on Wednesday night. This dramatic turn of events unfolded when officers...

Revitalizing Tauranga: Goals and Hopes for 2025Opinion: In February 2024, the call to run for Tauranga City Council mayoralty started buzzing in the ears of someone with a deep-rooted passion for the city's future....

Tauranga Whai: A Triumph of Resilience and TransformationIn a thrilling showdown at the Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre, Tauranga Whai emerged victorious in a stunning 90-71 triumph over the Tokomanawa Queens, securing their...