Let's do the maths. One thousand banana boxes from Ecuador, the Philippines, Mexico and points in between No bananas, but 30-40 books in each box - pre-loved... Read More

It's a time to celebrate, a time and place for the kids to have a fun day, and a period for a proud and tightknit community to come together again. The annual... Read More

Katikati Community Toy Library is appealing to the Western Bay of Plenty community to help them out of a crisis after they lost $7000 worth of funds for new... Read More

Imagine your favourite day in November. Envision wandering through lush gardens, finding yourself smiling at art displays, and laughing with friends as you enjoy... Read More

'Scooby', 'Major', 'Halo', 'Rolo' and 'Penny' have been waiting patiently for their forever families to walk through the door at Tauranga SPCA. SPCA volunteer... Read More

Te Puna boxing champion Motekiai Huni is a fourth-generation boxer. The 16-year-old has been boxing since he was 9 and wants to one day go to the Olympics... Read More

New Tauranga mayor Mahé Drysdale has voted against adding fluoride to Tauranga's water. The Olympic rowing champion says he has 'real question marks... Read More

Bay of Plenty have secured a spot in the NPC semifinals after a thrilling last-minute victory over Hawke's Bay in the quarter-finals on Saturday. The final score... Read More

As part of Shocktober - Hato Hone St John's CPR awareness month - Bay of Plenty residents can take part in free CPR training lessons at two locations in the... Read More

If looking after a fluffy friend free of charge for a short term sounds like something you're interested in, Tauranga SPCA desperately needs your help. During... Read More

A mother who lost two babies has organised a Bubble Walk to raise awareness and offer support for those who have been through baby loss in Tauranga. On Saturday,... Read More

Five athletes who honed their sailing skills on Tauranga Moana are making waves at the 2024 America's Cup, currently underway in Spanish waters. While Peter... Read More