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Porcelain takes centre stage

A vibrant new exhibition is set to ignite interest in porcelain art this month as All Fired Up, presented by the Tauranga Porcelain Artists, opens at The Pothouse... Read More

Tauranga turns pink for annual Hot Pink Walk

As another October rolls around, so does Breast Cancer Support Service's Hot Pink Walk. On October 15, 'a sea of pink, big smiles and plenty of laughs”... Read More

Join in a sing-off and a singalong

This October, the Tauranga Arts Festival will echo with laughter, music, and collective spirit as two community-focused shows -Battle Chorus and Waiata Mai -... Read More

Breast cancer: Tauranga landmarks glow pink

Tauranga is set to turn pink this October, sending a message of support and hope during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Seven prominent landmarks and buildings... Read More

Animal blessing at Gate Pā church

If you're heading to St George's Anglican Church next Sunday, don't be surprised if you end up sharing a pew with a dog, a cat or even a budgie or two. The... Read More

Wharf St turns aqua blue for dyslexia

A Tauranga CBD street will be awash in aqua blue this week for national Dyslexia Awareness Week 2025. From October 6-12, Wharf St will join landmarks across... Read More

Bob snaps title that kicks ageism to the curb!

Well-known and respected Tauranga photographer Bob Tulloch has won the 'Old is the New Black - Through the Lens' photography competition for 2025. Tulloch,... Read More

Climbers set for first championship since Covid

Tauranga is gearing up for its first rock climbing championship since before the pandemic, and climbers from across the North Island will gather to compete. Bay... Read More

Young and healthy at heart

At the heart of Tauranga's Young at Heart Festival this week are plenty of events focused on being healthy in body and mind. Lunchtime chair exercises in... Read More

Tauranga’s only commemorative statue

As Holy Trinity Church prepares to mark its 150th anniversary this November, SunLive is highlighting some of the organisation's rich history. Here, journalist... Read More

Tauranga powerlifting coach joins NZ team

Tauranga powerlifting trainer Mike Jones will be one of 16 coaches wrangling 110 Kiwi athletes at the Oceania Regional Powerlifting and Bench Press Championships... Read More

Tauranga’s festival of singing seniors

An unforgettable afternoon of harmony, heart, and high notes awaits as the Bay of Plenty Senior Music Festival returns on Saturday, October 4, at Bethlehem Baptist... Read More