Local News

Tips, statistics, and smiles

This story, like many others published when the winter season rolls around, will focus on police asking motorists to do simple things to keep themselves and others... Read More

Pinks skies at night

Western Bay of Plenty residents may have noticed some stunning sunsets lately, particularly with a pink tinge. But what causes these beautiful sunsets? According... Read More

On the trail of beauty

Papamoa physiotherapist James Mooney is no runner - golf is his thing - but he's pulling on his running shoes for a good cause in September - The Moa Experience... Read More

How to close down a bridge

How does a private citizen go about closing down a section of state highway? That's the question that arose from Sunday's protest by local iwi who succeeded in closing... Read More

Lions circle the stage coach

It sits forlornly in all weathers at the front of the Historic Village on 17th Ave - a fading red monument to travel in another age. It's the village stage coach. 'The... Read More

A bear bunking down in Gate Pa

He's a small brown bear, forgivably scruffy, who offers comfort and reassurance - he listens to inner-most secrets and fears, shares adventures, is a great cuddle... Read More

All the fun of a book fair

It was a fairytale moment for Joan Forester - an enchanting moment from 12 years of running the popular Tauranga Harbour City Lions book fair. Made all the toil... Read More

Restoring Tahawai Stream

A burbling stream, the bush-clad slopes of the Kaimai ranges above and the sparkling waters of the inner harbour in the distance. What better way to spend a Saturday? The... Read More

Embracing autism head on

Forget trying to be 'normal' - just try to be you. That's the message for young autistics from two Tauranga residents who know more about the struggle to be themselves... Read More

Clarion call for a new trumpet

'I cannot explain in words how much it means to me.” A passionate, gifted 16-year-old expressing her connection with music, with her trumpet. 'I love that... Read More

Seeking a simple convenient so

'I don't think we have a choice, we have to act, we have to do something.” Steve Morris is ferreting through Tauranga's rubbish issues and something stinks.... Read More

Where in the world?

The 'United Nations of Plants' is how Ned Nicely describes the Tropical Display House in Cliff Rd, Tauranga. On Friday, July 14, Ned, a parks coordinator for Tauranga... Read More