Local News

Callout for ideas to mark 150-year anniversary

With September 2025 marking 150 years since Ulster Irish settlers arrived in Katikati, community board chair John Clements wants to know how local residents... Read More

Gifts, cash, and Santa in Greerton Village!

Greerton Village is turning up the holiday cheer this season with some sweet surprises for shoppers! From festive promotions to cash giveaways and even a special... Read More

Boost in new vehicle sales last month

October was the second-best month for new automobile sales this year, trailing the highest month — January — by 78 units, according to the Motor... Read More

Judy Bailey to speak at Tauranga event

Judy Bailey is the guest speaker at Tauranga's White Ribbon Day Dinner & Auction for the city's Women's Refuge on November 21. White Ribbon campaign organiser... Read More

New community garden flourishes

Just a month after the first vegetable beds were constructed, 41 of the 47 plots at Ōmanu Community Gardens have already been leased by keen gardeners. It's... Read More

Kiwi bees have tiny knees

The recent launch of Rachel Weston's new book Kiwi Bees Have Tiny Knees is causing a buzz this weekend, as she and 'Bug Man” Ruud Kleinpaste will be keeping... Read More

Kiwi rock line-up for Tauranga Smoke

Get ready to rock at Tauranga Smoke with an all-Kiwi rock line-up that includes legendary bands such as Head Like A Hole and Tadpole. Soper Reserve is hosting... Read More

Mount Maunganui Community Patrol seeks volunteers

Mount Maunganui is to get its own stand-alone community patrol - to be the eyes and ears for everyone in the beachside suburb. Mount Maunganui Community Constable... Read More

Bethlehem Te Puna Lions celebrate 50 years

The Bethlehem Te Puna Lions Club has notched up 50 years of service and support to community, national and international causes. Since its formation in 1974,... Read More

Chess talent rises to national stage

Sun Live learned humility after meeting 11-year-old Alex Carter, who ranked fourth out of 97 in his division at the National Chess Championship in Wellington. After... Read More

Tauranga coastguard prepares for busy summer

With summer on the doorstep, Tauranga Volunteer Coastguard is preparing for its busiest time for saving lives at sea and helping watercraft operators in peril. But... Read More

New centre to improve children’s mental health

Improving healthcare for Bay of Plenty children with neurodevelopmental, behavioural, and mental health concerns is the impetus of a new wellness centre, which... Read More