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The Tauranga baker the Germans wanted dead

It was a one-pound box of continental chocolate treasures. No cherry truffles, no grande brazils nor French vanilla creams. But for Norma Bent of Pyes Pa, the... Read More

Brass band coming together that may just fly

It'll be a big, bold, brassy sound - enough to lift the lid clean off the citadel on the corner of Cameron Road and 5th Avenue. The collective power of the Tauranga... Read More

Giraffing around

If you grew up in the last two decades, you may remember buzzing with excitement as you lined up in front of a bus ready to meet the famous man in yellow -... Read More

Raising awareness of chronic fatigue

Imagine struggling both mentally and physically to do simple tasks such as washing the dishes or hanging out the washing. Chronic fatigue syndrome is not simply... Read More

Be who you want to be during Youth Week 2018

Local youth workers will be serving up sausages with a side of inspiration to Tauranga students this month to mark Youth Week 2018. The week is held every... Read More

‘Just that time of the month’

'I lost a job about four years ago that was a direct result of having endometriosis.” Laura, who doesn't want to use her real name out of fear of... Read More

Boats blessed at Sailability

The blessing of a new boat for Sailability Tauranga's small fleet marked a recent milestone in the charity that has become established in the city over the... Read More

The ringing bell of triumph

Coming across the finish line with a personal best is this year's goal at the Mount Maunganui Runners & Walkers Half Marathon. Going strong for 32 years,... Read More

The truth about Maori Wards

A poll is currently underway to determine whether the Western Bay of Plenty District Council should introduce Maori wards - but are they necessary? A WBOPDC... Read More

A passion to take to the grave

Joy Oliver's Whakamarama living room is testament to her passion for horses. There are photographs of her competing in eventing, paintings and ornaments... Read More

Understanding end of life

They're taking the message out on the road, to the people, and that message is about demystifying the hospice, answering questions and distributing information... Read More

Tauranga mum taking on Sky Tower Stair Challenge

Tauranga mum Jazmin Lashlie only began volunteering as a firefighter last year, but she's already taking on one of the toughest challenges any firefighter can... Read More