Local News
10:00am Fri 26 Jun, 2020
Given his bright eyes and bundles of energy, it is hard to believe Tauranga toddler Taika Macefield lives with a life-threatening heart defect. So far in... Read More
09:50am Fri 26 Jun, 2020
Mt Maunganui lifeguard Fergus Reiger is one of 15 surf lifeguards from around New Zealand who have been selected for the prestigious BP Leaders for Life leadership... Read More
09:40am Fri 26 Jun, 2020
Losing a job is 'terrifying' and 'exciting' at the same time, says Tauranga recruitment specialist Bernadette Ryan-Hopkins. The Weekend Sun caught up with... Read More
09:30am Fri 26 Jun, 2020
John Little still stands tall like the homes he has built around Tauranga. And like those buildings he will live past the 100-year milestone he has just reached. John... Read More
09:20am Fri 26 Jun, 2020
As I arrive at the door I'm greeted by a strange male mannequin with a camera lens for an eye, a hairy chest and homemade clothes. On the floor of the living... Read More
09:10am Fri 26 Jun, 2020
Tommy Kapai Wilson is on a mission to connect community members with homeless families through the 'Awhi Up' programme. The new initiative aims is now helping... Read More
09:00am Fri 26 Jun, 2020
The unveiling of a beautifully painted seven-metre long waka at the Historic Village on Saturday, June 27, marks the beginning of a creative response designed... Read More
08:50am Fri 26 Jun, 2020
The school holidays are almost here. Now's the time to ditch routine and discover new ways to relax, connect and have fun as a family. Here are some ideas... Read More
08:40am Fri 26 Jun, 2020
This is your chance to win $5000 for your community club! During the nationwide lockdown, Tauranga Crossing told the stories of their own legends who were... Read More
08:30am Fri 26 Jun, 2020
An exciting and new addition to this year's Bay of Plenty Garden & Art Festival in November is The Weekend Sun Emerging Artist Award. 'We put a call out... Read More
08:00am Fri 26 Jun, 2020
Otawa Scenic Reserve, home to the rare Hochstetter's frog, is needing keen volunteers to help get native plants into the ground there on Saturday, June 27. ... Read More
08:00am Fri 26 Jun, 2020
BOP Squash has a few famous faces helping their Elite and Development Girls' Squad this season. Former world ranking squash players Dame Susan Devoy and... Read More