Videos

Simon Bridges addresses media in Tauranga

National supports the Government's decision to move the country towards Level 4 of the Covid-19 alert system over the next 48 hours and to extend the economic... Read More

Starlink string of pearls crosses sky tonight

Bay of Plenty residents had an opportunity last night for a very clear viewing of the recently launched Starlink5 satellites as they soared overhead in single... Read More

Tauranga Boys‘ College going bald for a cause

A Tauranga teenager's personal connection to blood cancer has inspired him to rally around his school and raise thousands for Shave for a Cure. Logan Green's... Read More

Indoor gatherings of more than 100 to be cancelled

The government is extending its mass gathering policy to cancel indoor events with more than 100 people, the Health Minister David Clark has confirmed. The new... Read More

Eight new cases of COVID-19, one in Rotorua

There are eight new cases of COVID-19 in New Zealand since yesterday - bringing the total number to 28. The Ministry of Health's Director-General of Health... Read More

PM gives update on Govt‘s response on COVID-19

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has told New Zealanders they must prepare for the full effects of the COVID-19 coronavirus, but must not panic, especially over rumours... Read More

LIVE Coronavirus: 20 confirmed cases

The Ministry of Health's Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield and Secretary of Education Iona Holsted are providing an update on the Covid-19 coronavirus.... Read More

Indigenous artists share craft at extravaganza

Indigenous tattoo artists from around the world have gathered to share their craft and traditions at the Tattoo and Art Extravaganza at TECT Arena. The Ta Atea... Read More

Mock whale stranding exercise causing confusion

A mock whale stranding exercise on a beach in the Tauranga harbour this afternoon has confused some residents. SunLive has received calls and messages from people... Read More

New hoops an upshot for BOP Schools

The sound of basketballs can be heard thumping the ground as a group of Gate Pa School children get coaching tips from Tall Black Tom Abercrombie. Abercrombie... Read More

Cameron Road closed after fuel spill

Update 11:30pm: Diversions remain in place in Tauranga CBD following a petrol spill on Cameron Road. A police spokesperson says they received reports of the... Read More

Coronavirus: ‘Stamp out’ phase begins

There are no new confirmed or probable cases of coronavirus in New Zealand with the Ministry of Health response now moving into a long "stamp it out and slow it... Read More