Local News

Repair challenge issued to Kiwis

As more Kiwis opt to fix all kinds of items instead replacing them, a popular rural lubricant brand is offering a repair challenge where they can win cash for... Read More

Community patrol holds tamper-proof screw day

To help curb the theft of vehicle number plates, the Tauranga South Community Patrol is bringing back its popular tamper-proof screw day this month. The patrol... Read More

Easter bonnet extravaganza calls Katikati creator

If Lioness Jo Hurne has her way, Katikati's memorial hall will become a sea of feathers, glitter and architectural headgear on Easter Saturday, April 4, as her... Read More

3D illusion painting and ceramic art in Katikati

Two exhibitions by local artists are on display at the Carlton Gallery inside The Arts Junction until March 22. Ōmokoroa painter John Wilson is displaying... Read More

Global cultures on show at Tauranga festival

Tauranga will come alive with the sights, sounds and flavours of the world when the Tauranga Multicultural Festival returns on Saturday, March 14. Running from... Read More

Pukehina Surf ‘n’ Sand Autorama returns

Hundreds of custom and classic cars, along with motorbikes and hot rods will go on show this month at the popular Pukehina Surf 'n' Sand Autorama. Pukehina community... Read More

Children's 'try-athlon' returns to Ōmokoroa

Sixty-five children from nine Bay of Plenty schools have so far registered for this year's 'have a go try-athlon” at the Ōmokoroa Domain. Hosted by Pahoia... Read More

Blayde and Ruhani: A rare chromosome connection

March marks Rare Disorder Month, with March 21 also recognising World Down Syndrome Day - a time to acknowledge both rare and more common chromosomal conditions. In... Read More

How an 11-year-old became a national tennis champ

An 11-year-old from Katikati is building an impressive tennis resume as she makes her mark on the national tennis stage. From small-town courts to a national... Read More

Scholarship boost for aspiring Māori medic

Third-year medical student Arabella Urwin has been named the 2025 recipient of the Ngāi Tamarāwaho Peri Kohu Memorial Scholarship, a $5000 award supporting aspiring... Read More

World Cup players lead Moana derby course

New skaters signing up with Moana Roller Derby this year will be coached by two athletes who have competed on the world stage. Tauranga skater Jasmine Cooper... Read More

How a Tauranga cafe owner found true love in a war

When Ukraine was invaded in 2022, Harriet Campbell was helping run her family's popular café in the Kaimai range. Today, the 33-year-old Tauranga woman,... Read More