They’re with me when I’m running
Andy Kirk knows all about the devastating impact of pancreatic cancer. He has lost both of his parents and his brother to the disease. “It's virtually unheard of that so many members... read more
Call to stop mask exempt bullying
A Tauranga woman who has been abused for not wearing a mask is asking people to be more understanding. Danielle Sullivan has a mask exemption for respiratory reasons, but claims she has... read more
The art of being a dog fan
She might live overseas now, but art-loving ten-year-old Helaina Hawthorne is using her talent as a way of keeping in touch with New Zealand – and our police dogs. Helaina, who now... read more
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Island vaccines take to the skies
Covid-19 vaccines have become airborne to reach residents of Mōtītī Island.... read more
10:53am Thursday 16th Sep
A tricky trade up
What do a paper clip and the tasty treat Pods have in common? Both... read more
10:54am Thursday 16th Sep
The final count
An accumulation of data on kererū – the New Zealand pigeon –... read more
10:55am Thursday 16th Sep
Nominations open for TECT awards
If there's a volunteer or community group that you think is making an impact... read more
10:56am Thursday 16th Sep
Spot in red light district has bird’s eye view
Vivien Knap was heading to her favourite coffee spot this week when she noticed... read more
10:57am Thursday 16th Sep
COLUMNISTS
Tropospheric Temperatures January 1979 to August 2021
Weather Eye with John Maunder The chart below shows that since 1979, when reliable satellite observations became available, there has been little... read more
Waiting for the music to return …
Winston Watusi Music Plus Once again I write this while much of the city and the Bay remains silent, devoid of live music. It's been harder... read more
Step up your te reo Māori
Tamati Coffey Labour List MP On Tuesday, thousands of New Zealanders in Tauranga Moana and right across Aotearoa joined together to support... read more
Support schemes not enough
Todd Talks with Todd Muller National MP While it's great to be out of lockdown, businesses in the Bay and throughout New Zealand will continue... read more