Local News

Dashing and dapper for a worthy cause

Mighty steel steeds will be the mode of choice for around 100 local debonair and smartly dressed motorcyclists embarking on a motoring fundraiser on Sunday. ... Read More

Trail run with a foodie twist

If you're a trail runner, walker, or just someone who loves to get outdoors and explore, the Generation Homes Fern Creek Trail event at TECT Park on Saturday... Read More

Finding help

An online social and wellbeing support service launched in Hamilton during Covid-19 Level 4 lockdown will soon be coming to the Western Bay of Plenty. 'Here... Read More

TECT Rescue Helicopter saving lives over April

The TECT Rescue Helicopter has averaged more than one life-saving mission a day during April. A total of 46 missions were completed during the month, including... Read More

Leaky pipes in Welcome Bay

Turning a tap on late at night and finding no water coming out can be an alarming experience. While most people in the approximately 100 households near... Read More

Rocking back to school

If you've ever thought about 'sticking it to the man' but don't have the courage, you can experience it through live theatre. Otumoetai College are bringing... Read More

Fine art in downtown Tauranga

Jenny Coker's first solo exhibition at The Art Lounge in Willow St opened on Friday, with many enjoying the opportunity to be first to view Jenny's collection... Read More

Koha tests the waters

Tauranga's medical mission ship MV YWAM Koha returns to Tauranga harbour on Saturday following a successful tour of New Zealand. 'It should pull into channel right... Read More

Purr-fect pet expo for RRR

Providing a safe haven for homeless and rescued animals is the focus of a pet expo and garage sale in Te Puke later this month. The RRR - Rescue, Revive, Rehome... Read More

Long game for the ultimate win

Gracey Glover never expected a summer of fun with friends to end up with her being able to afford a home of her own. Although she hoped it would - Gracey... Read More

First stage of Bayfair flyover underway

Construction on the Bayfair flyover is underway with four supersized steel cages recently craned into the middle of the roundabout, providing the structure for... Read More

painting Tauranga’s stories

Urban wall artist Alex McLeod has completed nearly 20 murals around Tauranga, delighting the public with his marine and wildlife themes painted across buildings,... Read More