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Be wooed by strong orchestra this winter

Thaw the icy chill of winter with the warm glow of Bay of Plenty Symphonia's Strings Attached concert - an exploration of string orchestra music from... Read More

Community service medal for Tauranga doctor

A Bay of Plenty doctor has been recognised for her long-standing contribution to primary healthcare, receiving a national award for service to the communities... Read More

Bingo fuels league opportunities in Pāpāmoa

Sponsored Content A weekly daytime Bingo game run by Pāpāmoa Lions Club at a local sports bar is making an impact in the local community by supporting... Read More

Volunteers keep yacht club fleet shipshape

Two of the Tauranga Yacht & Power Boat Club's hardworking patrol boats have received a major refurbishment, thanks to a dedicated team of volunteers giving their... Read More

Young artists share their vision in Katikati

A free exhibition of artworks created by local youth to create a peaceful world is coming to Katikati for the first time. Tūmanako! Children and Youth... Read More

Local excellence to be decided at awards night

Tickets are on sale for the 2026 Katikati and Waihī Beach Excellence Awards Night on September 3 at a new location, Fairview Golf & Country Club, from... Read More

Wharepai Domain upgrade under way

One of Tauranga's most historic public spaces is getting a facelift, with work underway to improve access, protect significant trees and enhance the entrance... Read More

Free cooking classes bring families together

A four-week community cooking course at Pāpāmoa College is helping students and their parents or caregivers gain confidence in the kitchen while spending quality... Read More

Lions build a new home for books in Bethlehem

Book lovers have a new place to browse in Bethlehem, thanks to two handy Lions members who have turned an idea into a community asset. Bethlehem Te Puna Lions... Read More

Creating a pathway for Bay footballers

The rapid rise of women's football is being felt well beyond the world's biggest stadiums, and a new player pathway in the Western Bay of Plenty is giving talented... Read More

Movement 44 keeps young dancers moving

When StarJam closed its doors last year, Kate Smith saw more than the loss of a dance class. She saw young people with disabilities lose a place where they... Read More

Symbol of peace takes flight at Mount Maunganui

A striking new mural of a white dove is turning heads outside a Mount Maunganui church, offering a message of peace and hope to everyone who passes by. Painted... Read More