113 days ago

Police investigating serious assault in Ōpōtiki

The Team from Bay of Plenty & Taupo Police

Police are investigating after a man was seriously assaulted in his Ōpōtiki home early this morning.

The man sustained serious injuries in the assault, which is believed to have involved several offenders.

The man has been transported to hospital and enquiries are under way to identify and locate those responsible for the assault.

A scene guard is in place at the house where the assault took place and nearby residents can expect to see a continued police presence as our enquiries continue.

If anyone has information which could assist our enquiries, they’re asked to contact Police and quote file number 251106/9516.

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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2 days ago

🧩😏 Riddle me this, Neighbours…

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I am an odd number. Take away a letter and I become even. What number am I?

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13 hours ago

🐾 It’s here! Our SPCA Merch has officially launched online 🐾

The Team from SPCA Tauranga - Centre & Op Shops

We’re excited to share our brand-new range of exclusive SPCA Merch, featuring tees, tote bags, socks, bandanas, and more 🛍️

Shop the range online now 🔗 www.spcaopshops.nz...

Every purchase helps raise vital funds to protect over 55,000 animals in need across NZ every year 💙

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23 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.

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