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Residents bamboozled by berm restrictions

Upset residents of Sixth Avenue think it isn't fair they can't park on berms outside their own homes. On Thursday, December 1, Tauranga City Council's berm parking... Read More

Give blood this summer!

This summer, New Zealand Blood Service is calling on Kiwis, to give blood, plasma - and hope to others. NZBS needs people donate blood or plasma in the lead-up... Read More

Spreading love this Christmas

Change Point Church is hoping to share light and love with the community for this year's Christmas. The church is hosting host their contemplative interactive... Read More

Suicide loss support on offer

There are few people in current times who haven't been touched in some way by suicide. Grief Support Services offers a range of free support options for those... Read More

From Bluff to Cape Reinga for male survivors

Sam Troth is raising awareness for male survivors of sexual abuse step by step by walking from Bluff all the way to Cape Reinga. On Friday, December 9, Male Survivors... Read More

Monster-slayer hopes for perfect 10th race

Andrew Fergusson may not be gunning to win this Saturday's Mount Monster but in one aspect at least, he'll be impossible to catch. The Dexion-sponsored 23km surf... Read More

A patch worked community

A delicate needle with a fine thread weaves in and out of beautiful colours and patterns, revealing the brilliant patch-worked tapestry of a quilted masterpiece. Each... Read More

Lifeguard up to keep kids safe!

Tauranga lifeguard Lauren McLellan was standing poolside earlier this year, scanning the busy Baywave crowd, when she spotted a small child attempting to jump... Read More

Surviving the holidays alone

The Christmas season is traditionally a time for connecting with family. For those newly-divorced, separated or widowed, navigating their way through the festive... Read More

Harnessing herbs for 40 years

Learning how to identify, cultivate and harness the powerful properties of plants is what has kept the Tauranga Herb Society flourishing for 40 years. Tauranga... Read More

Free entry to international tennis in Pāpāmoa

Professional tennis players from all over the globe are hitting Tauranga this weekend to have a swing at winning the inaugural EVES Open being hosted in Pāpāmoa. The... Read More

Kaosis on New Year’s Eve

I find it a bit alarming that next year is only a couple of weeks away. Yes, of course Christmas is just around the corner, but two weeks until 2023 seems too... Read More