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Trevelyan’s Tauranga Twilight Returns in 2026

Trevelyan's Tauranga Twilight returns to Tauranga Domain on Saturday, January 3, 2026, promising a full day of athletics featuring elite competition, rising... Read More

Western Bay libraries bring nature inside

This summer, Western Bay of Plenty libraries are bringing the outdoors inside, with a line-up of fun, nature-inspired programmes and activities. The theme... Read More

Cycling numbers soar on scenic trails

Cyclists have logged more than half a million trips in the last 12 months on Tauranga's most popular off-road trails, according to Tourism Bay of Plenty. Daily... Read More

Summer Smarts #5: Be water wise

The Weekend Sun is running a series of eight 'Summer Smart' stories with our good friend Elfie the Circus Elf helping us out to keep safe and healthy these Christmas... Read More

Give the gift of counselling to help others

As the year draws to a close, Grief Support Services is inviting the community to take part in its annual Give the Gift of Counselling appeal. The campaign... Read More

Holiday money tips from the Banking Ombudsman

The Banking Ombudsman is reminding Kiwis to take a few simple steps to protect their finances and get help if they need it during the holidays. Banking Ombudsman... Read More

Bringing hope and health across the Pacific

As 2025 draws to a close, YWAM Ships Aotearoa is reflecting on a year marked by growth, deepening partnerships, and meaningful impact across the Pacific and... Read More

Student designs custom seat for residents

An Ōtūmoetai College student has combined advanced design thinking, sustainability and a strong sense of community to create a custom-built outdoor seat for... Read More

New mobile parking camera for Te Puke and Katikati

A roving parking camera is out and about in Te Puke and Katikati this week for training, before ticketing starts on Monday, December 15. The use of licence-plate... Read More

Christmas tree collection helps Matua Scouts

Matua Scouts are planning a Christmas tree collection in January as part of a major fundraising drive to get their young members to the 24th Aotearoa New Zealand... Read More

Marking 75 years since Ranui tragedy

A memorial service will be held at Mount Maunganui at 10am on Sunday, December 28, to mark 75 years since the passenger launch Ranui capsized, claiming the lives... Read More

Tauranga hairdressing apprentice wins top award

Tauranga hairdresser Amber Daisley has been recognised as the HITO northern apprentice of the year for hairdressing, a prestigious award that places her among... Read More