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The man leading us out of the mire

I walked to work this week - 19 minutes door-to-door - just because Martin Parkes suggested indirectly that I should. I walked to work a second morning, again at... Read More

Doing and being anything they want

It was enough to melt the heart of a proud young mum - her special wee boy heaving weights around in his own special way at an aspiring athletes meeting in Tauranga. 'He... Read More

Candidates slam councillor

It's a simple, procedural, postal by-election to fill a vacancy at Tauranga City Council, but three weeks out from the close of voting, there has been a heated... Read More

Dave the double volunteer

Dave Teale is a Tauranga Volunteer Coastguard crew member who wears two hats. He's on the 'wet crew' on the boats and he is also a radio operator, where you will... Read More

A good noise in the library

'The truth is, libraries are raucous clubhouses for free speech, controversy and community.” Paula Poundstone, the American comic, author, actress amongst... Read More

Rising motorsport star

He may only be 18, but Tauranga's Jordan Grant is making his mark in the world of motorsport. He recently won the Junior Champion's title at the MotorSport NZ ClubSport... Read More

Funds available for creatives

Do you, or someone you know, have a creative project in mind but need funding to get it off the ground? The Creative Communities Scheme could help you! But be quick,... Read More

Why the parking angels forsake

'After nine months out of work, I got my dream job. The only problem was that there was limited parking around. I took a chance and got caught. Okay, I will pay... Read More

All in the name of charity

They tell you it'll be a long walk, to eat a lot of carbs, pack a bunch of electrolyte drinks and wear some light gloves, because your hands might get a wee bit... Read More

The hunt is on

The annual Easter egg hunt is on once more this Sunday at the Katikati Bird Gardens, so grab the kids and bunny hop them out to pick up some tasty chocolate treats. There... Read More

Residents fighting bus interchange

Farm Street residents fighting a proposed bus interchange on their street have been told their protest could result in Baypark being considered as a temporary location. Residents... Read More

Strongman scene growing

They're a staple at modern A&P shows, attracting huge crowds eager to see men - and increasingly women - flex their muscles. Strongman competitions are a growing... Read More