Local News

Kids telling the news

Young journalists from Mount Maunganui Primary school will share what they think we should be seeing more of in the news in the show 'New News News.' Held this... Read More

College Bring ‘80s Back to Life

Pāpāmoa College students currently in rehearsals for 'Fame Jr.' the musical, are becoming well-acquainted with the big hair, bright clothing, and sharp shoulder... Read More

Unveiling a Peace Pole at St George‘s Gate Pā

St George's Anglican Church at Gate Pā will be unveiling a peace pole at 11.30am on Saturday, October 15. 'The idea of peace poles was thought up by Masahisa... Read More

Three voices address three issues

Three voices with three perspectives will be addressing how the Treaty of Waitangi affects three issues that concern Bay of Plenty residents. The Crown, Tangata... Read More

New and experienced councillors for the Western Ba

Western Bay of Plenty people have voted and chosen who will represent them on the regional council and district council for the next three years. Following the... Read More

More than just a top dog!

No matter what happens next month, Tauranga dog owner Nicole Baker is extremely proud of her Australian Kelpie named 'Jupiter'. 'He's just been named a finalist... Read More

Serving up massive opportunity

The first co-sanctioned New Zealand Squash Open tournament in 28 years - to be held in Tauranga this November 8-13 - is about to serve up multiple benefits to... Read More

Support for when you need it most

Jo Mathers was diagnosed with breast cancer a few weeks before last Christmas and is grateful to Tauranga Breast Cancer Support service for helping her along her... Read More

Stuck on a rollercoaster

Sarah Clement has been living with bipolar for more than 15 years and has written a book to create better understanding of what it is really like to live with... Read More

Welcoming the return of cruise

The Majestic Princess Cruise ship is set to dock at the Port of Tauranga next Saturday, October 15 - and Mount-based souvenir shop owner Ian New couldn't be happier. The... Read More

Donations for desexing drive

A not-for-profit animal rescue organisation has headed back to Matakana Island this month to help residents overcome the barriers of desexing their cats and kittens. The... Read More

Volunteer advocates needed for new service

A new free public advocacy service has launched in Tauranga, providing support for people struggling to be heard or know where to go for help. The service has... Read More