Whakatane Police have arrested a 17 year old local youth in relation to the McGarvie Road incident. The youth has been charged with assault with intent to rape, indecent assault, and ... More
An 18-year-old man will be appearing in Tauranga District Court tomorrow (Thursday, 8 January) charged with the sexual violation of two women in their Tauranga homes and the assault of a third ... More
It can now be confirmed that the plane which crashed this afternoon in Lake Taupo was a skydiving plane from Skydive Taupo.
The aircraft encountered an emergency situation during the climb ... More
Thirteen people on board a light aircraft which has crashed into Lake Taupo are all safe and sound.
Police received reports of the crash at approximately 12.15 this afternoon. All those on ... More
Friendly and festive was the general vibe throughout the Bay of Plenty District tonight with only a small number of people putting a dampener on New Year celebrations.
There ... More