Andrew Nimick - Technology consultant Andrew is an independent technology consultant whose focus is what technology can do for business and finding the best tools for the job. First... Read More

If a recession produces one positive result it is probably that investors right across the spectrum become more discerning in their investment decisions. This is certainly not a bad thing but is having the effect of flattening out activity across many... Read More

In my advancing years, I have a little time to relax in the sun, on the deck, and cast my eye over a few things that happened during the past weekend, and I have a few questions to ask you twoleggers: (1) Why is the Tauranga Jazz Festival, called... Read More

Denise Arnold - Cambodia Charitable Trust Trustee Denise Arnold and daughter Emily are in Cambodia on behalf of The Cambodia Charitable Trust to dispense... Read More

Dr Michael Morris - Animal welfare writer Dr Michael Morris has a PhD in zoology from the University of Auckland. He is presently teaching degree courses in environmental management at the Bay of... Read More

Luis Moresco - LIFE - Personal Fitness Trainer Luis' passion is to help people achieve their goals through hard work and determination. He has a degree... Read More

Dawn Kiddie - J.P, Marriage Celebrant & 'Foodie' Dawn hopes her passion and creative flare in the kitchen leads you to try these recipes - some new, some traditional... Read More

Sideline Sid - Sports blogger Sideline Sid is a local sport fanatic. Not only is he a classic rugby bloke but he has views, opinions and knowledge on all sports played in the Bay of Plenty. ... Read More

Llorne Howell - Sports blogger Former cricket international for the Black Caps, Llorne Howell, gives his views on New Zealand's number one summer sport, both for the Bay and the national team. ... Read More

In challenging times, it's great to know New Zealand's civic leaders throughout the nation show the way with innovative solutions to our cities' issues. Take the mayor of North Shore, for instance, who has such a concern for the wellbeing of the public... Read More

At a council workshop last week, elected members had a discussion about the Historic Village. Apart from a $1 million ratepayer capital injection for upgrading infrastructure (over 10 years) the Village is no longer costing ratepayers for operational... Read More

When Joe's (Clive Owen) wife tragically passes away, he finds himself both grieving and in the throes of single parenthood. Joe throws himself into the only child-rearing philosophy he thinks has a shot at bringing joy back into their lives: 'just says... Read More