Local News
06:00am Fri 29 Apr, 2022
An increased number of reports of poor behavior at Tauranga CBD's Willow St bus terminal has led to The Weekend Sun to investigate. One caller, who chose to remain... Read More
06:00am Fri 29 Apr, 2022
Coastline District Rugby League has made the tough decision to merge three of its local clubs in order to front a senior team for the Waiariki Competition and... Read More
06:00am Fri 29 Apr, 2022
Up-and-coming local surfer Tao Mouldey hopes to leave competition in the white wash when he competes in the World Junior Surfing Championships this May in El Salvador. The... Read More
06:00am Fri 29 Apr, 2022
It was an epiphany at one of the worst times in her life that would decide her career. As her 16-year-old brother was dying of leukaemia, Merrill Simmons-Hansen... Read More
06:00am Fri 29 Apr, 2022
Tauranga's CBD has experienced a decreased level in activity since the Omicron outbreak began, but with the country now at the Orange traffic light setting, has... Read More
06:00am Fri 29 Apr, 2022
Mother's Day this year coincides with World Ovarian Cancer Day on Sunday, May 8. In recognition of these two auspicious days, local Rural Women New Zealand... Read More
06:00am Fri 29 Apr, 2022
As Ben Tate proudly shows off the brightly coloured tie dye T-shirts he has created for his business, a large grin spreads across his face. The 23-year-old has... Read More
06:00am Fri 29 Apr, 2022
A unique project that happens every week in Tauranga is becoming a perfect fit for those who want to do their bit for the community. Through Good Neighbour Trust... Read More
06:00am Fri 29 Apr, 2022
Mount Maunganui Runners and Walkers Group will not let uneven ground put a hitch in their strides. For the past 35 years, Mount Runners and Walkers Group has... Read More
06:00am Fri 29 Apr, 2022
Concerns about Covid-19 may be receding, but efforts to keep our roads safe continue. Senior drivers are encouraged to come along to one of Age Concern's 'Staying... Read More
06:00am Fri 29 Apr, 2022
Mother's Day is just around the corner - on May 8 - and if you've still got to buy a gift, consider getting her a Bay of Plenty Garden & Art Festival multi-day... Read More
06:00am Fri 29 Apr, 2022
The most frequent questions I am asked is: 'What is happening in the housing market and should I sell or buy now or wait?' Some of the current market drivers... Read More











