It's sad to hear about the dog fatalities around northern beaches. I've always been fond of northern bitches, I mean beaches. Let's hope whatever the problem is, that it is sorted soon and doesn't spread here. That's the trouble with scavenging, or... Read More

Homeowners across the Bay of Plenty can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. At last, a number of reports are signalling that property values are on the rise again. Most notable is this week's Infometrics report that house prices could increase... Read More

How is SunLive going? I hear you all ask. Well, I'm pleased you asked, because it's going pretty darn well, thanks. Readership is growing steadily every week and more people are realising its not just daily news, but constantly updated. That's seven... Read More

The big news this week in the web is that Facebook bought Friendfeed. Do I hear a chorus of who, what, why? Well, Facebook is probably the biggest social network on the web with 400 million users, and Friendfeed is Twitter on steroids, no limitations... Read More

Club rugby is alive and well in the Bay of Plenty, after the pinnacle of the club rugby season was played out at the Tauranga Domain last Saturday (8 August 2009). A stunning day combined with a large crowd - set the scene for the Bartercard Baywide... Read More

Former Black Cap and Northern Districts cricket star, Llorne Howell's wrap for Tauranga's approaching local cricket season. Tevita Levao, dj at the colosseum on Harrington Street has made the biggest splash for the upcoming Bay wide championship.... Read More

If you happen to be shopping in Bayfair this week, you might get a bit of a shock to see a 'squash court' erected in the foyer outside K-Mart. I suggest if you have the time, grab yourself a flat white and take in some of the action. The A1 Homes... Read More

'In politics, an organized minority is a political majority.” - Jesse Jackson In a democracy, well-organised minority groups pushing 'deserving” ideological causes, can be a real threat to the public good, when backed by politicians eager... Read More

The recent conviction of a powerboat driver and the outpouring of grief following the tragic death of a young girl on Lake Taupo highlights the issues of speed and visibility on the water. ... Read More

A recent Harvard Business Review advises to do the following three things to help your business in these tough economic times: Over communicate Tempting as it may be now is not a time to be invisible. It is important to emphasise the vision for... Read More

I recently felt an overwhelming sense of guilt and embarrassment. Not over something I had done but over something that I didn't do. You see as the General Manager for one of the leading Insurance Advisory firms in Tauranga, I am regularly talking to... Read More

This week we need to talk about good health. Mainly because there seems to be a bit of a shortage. Maybe it's the last throes of winter taking one last final swing, or maybe there's just more bugs and nasties around, not just the swine flu but all... Read More