Motoring

Last day to have say on bus changes

Today is the last day for people to have their say on the proposed changes for the local and school bus network. The Bay of Plenty Regional Council is proposing... Read More

Russell and the temptress

It's a love story of sorts. Russell loved Sandy. Sandy loved Russell. They both loved sail boats. Everything was just lovely. But Russell had another love. A secret... Read More

Safety check for long weekend

Motorists are being encouraged to make informed decisions about the best times to travel over Queen's Birthday long weekend to avoid both queues and stress. With... Read More

Weekend Wheels

June 11: Motorsport BOP - Motorkhana and Autocross Day at BayparkAnyone can have a go at MotorSport Bay of Plenty's Motorkhana and Autocross Day at Baypark this... Read More

Te Puna roundabout to continue

Work on the Te Puna roundabout project will continue through winter. NZ Transport Agency's Director Regional Relationships, Parekawhia McLean says the work will... Read More

Bus changes are a ‘proposal only’

The Bay of Plenty Regional Council is stressing proposed changes to school bus services are just that - proposed, not set in stone. The statement comes after a... Read More

Police pursue slow driver

Police were involved in an unusual chase along Cameron Road this afternoon. A fleeing driver who failed to stop for police lights and sirens led a pursuit around... Read More

Nearly $20b to be spent on roads

The government will invest $9.17 billion in capital into New Zealand's state highway network over the next four years through the New Zealand Transport Agency. Transport... Read More

Hewletts Rd bus lanes extending

Bus lanes are being extended in Hewletts Road to boost public transport use, improve safety and help to ease traffic congestion on the busy State Highway 2 route. There's... Read More

Hitting the highway for Edgecumbe

Tauranga Weekend Riders gathered this morning to lead hundreds of motorcyclists on the S.O.S Edgecumbe Charity Ride. Their goal: to raise money for those still... Read More

An S.O.S response for Edgecumbe

If you see hundreds of motorcycle riders cruising towards Edgecumbe this Sunday, make sure to give them a toot or a wave. They'll be part of the S.O.S Edgecumbe... Read More

Takitimu lane closure warning

The left-hand lane of Takitimu Drive at the Elizabeth Street roundabout will be closed today while a washout on the Daisy Hardwick walkway is repaired. New Zealand... Read More