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Student stuns with faultless bugle performance

It's that chilling, distinct sound, which follows a precise note composition that brings us to a standstill each Anzac Day at dawn. Alone with our thoughts... Read More

A night of masterpieces await...

In a celebration of musical artistry, Scholars Baroque Aotearoa will mesmerise Tauranga audiences this month with a concert of titles from classical titans. The... Read More

Plaza expansion brings new retail options

A major expansion at Pāpāmoa Plaza is taking shape, with a new large-format retail building set to strengthen the shopping centre's role in the growing coastal... Read More

Tauranga talent stage centre in major musical tour

A Tauranga-born performer is stepping into one of musical theatre's most iconic roles as the hit production Heathers The Musical heads to New Zealand. Calista... Read More

Tauranga trio head to France for roller derby WC

Three people from Tauranga are in France this week for the 2026 Men's Roller Derby World Cup - and two are women. Mount Maunganui husband and wife Ray and... Read More

Access plan for Liston Park walkway in Greerton

A solution is in sight for public access through Liston Park in Greerton, after Tauranga City Council reached an agreement with the new owners of the former... Read More

Gratitude and respect shown at dawn service

Young and old gathered in darkness at Katikati War Memorial Hall on Saturday morning, April 25, to honour those who gave their lives in war and those who made... Read More

Learning hub helps families navigate school system

A popular programme helping migrant families better understand New Zealand's education system is returning to Tauranga this May. Multicultural Tauranga is... Read More

Fashion fundraiser for future BoP HQ

A glamorous evening of style, entertainment and community spirit is set to take centre stage in Te Puke next month, in support of a major new community hub. The... Read More

School garden programme facing funding shortfall

School leaders and families across Tauranga are backing a long-running environmental education programme that is facing an uncertain future due to a funding... Read More

Tauranga to heat up with spicy competition

Things will get very hot and spicy in Tauranga City tomorrow as the national final of the 2026 New Zealand National Chilli Eating Challenge comes to town! Tauranga... Read More

Te Rere o Ōmanawa restored as reserve's name

Ōmanawa Falls Reserve will officially have its original name, Te Rere o Ōmanawa, restored. Tauranga City Council approved changing to the name given to... Read More