Most people celebrate milestone birthdays with cake and candles. John 'JC” Mathewson chose to swim around Mauao. The 70-year-old Mount Maunganui resident... Read More

Tauranga City Council says it can't afford to install public water rescue equipment along the entire Tauranga coastline despite a Surf Life Saving New Zealand... Read More

A striking black marble clock that has been kept in a Tauranga household for more than 40 years is now at the centre of a search to reunite it with its original... Read More

At 80 years old, Chris McAlpine starts many mornings the same way - behind the wheel of an UZABUS, greeting children by name and listening to their laughter... Read More

A Tauranga restaurant known for its generosity is once again opening its doors to those in need, with a free community meal planned later this month. Castle... Read More

When Professor Dr Dr Jens Mueller arrived in New Zealand more than 30 years ago it was never meant to be permanent. Living in California, he had planned a... Read More

Families, friends and grandparents alike are encouraged to enjoy a fun day out full of country traditions with their youngsters at the 2026 Katikati A&P Show... Read More

Hundreds of young voices will once again fill the Addison Theatre at Baycourt later this year - but the work behind Tauranga's much-loved Primary Schools Music... Read More

A revamped destination app is helping locals and holidaymakers make the most of the Bay of Plenty this summer, serving up the region's top deals, attractions,... Read More

Tauranga North community constable Christopher Connolly says dedicated police units, community partnerships and public vigilance are playing a key role in addressing... Read More

The Weekend Sun is running a series of eight 'Summer Smart' stories with our good friend Elfie the Circus Elf helping us out to keep safe and healthy these Christmas... Read More

Tauranga's streets will come alive with music, colour and celebration on Sunday, when the city's Sikh community hosts its annual Nagar Kirtan parade. The... Read More