City Life

Rangi’s Reo

Finding an easier method or a 'hack' for gaining knowledge about anything always appeals to me, and this week I'm embarking on learning Te Reo with Rangi Ahipene.... Read More

Lovebugs for Valentines

Mount Maunganui will be swarming with Volkswagen lovers this Valentines weekend for the sixth annual Run to the Sun NZ event. 'Dubbers' will motor into the seaside... Read More

Squashies world record fundraiser

It was a herculean effort from four squash players at the Katikati Squash Club last weekend as they smashed their way through to help their club achieve four... Read More

Using robotics for 3D metal printing

Local research engineer Ben Jackson, 29, believes Tauranga is the place to be for smart thinkers and solutions around engineering and robotics. He is part... Read More

Salvation Army courses offer hope for whanau

The Tauranga Salvation Army is running two courses aimed at building resilience and improving people's relationships. The Positive Lifestyle Programme and... Read More

Speedway with a view

He's just turned 75, but there's no stopping racing car driver 'Pk Bonz' from taking to the track again this Sunday. There's even a bar named for him at... Read More

Communities rally as school begins

School is back this week and some families are struggling to afford new uniforms and stationery. Many schools and the community are doing what they can... Read More

Event funding key to domestic tourism boost

Tourism Bay of Plenty has been allocated about $865,000 to develop a regional event strategy aimed at boosting domestic tourism. Tourism Minister Stuart... Read More

Remembrance Tree campaign raises $800,000-plus

Hospices throughout the country have once again been overwhelmed and humbled by the support from Farmers Department Stores and their customers in the lead up... Read More

Seniors still bouncing

Tauranga woman Trish Muir spent her 80th birthday doing what she loves most - playing ball, shooting hoops and competing with some of her best mates. Trish... Read More

Residents grow weary of crime

Tauranga Police are encouraging vehicle owners in Arataki and Tauranga South to ensure they are not leaving valuables on show after a string of vehicle break-ins.... Read More

Beyond the bottom line

What do a fashion designer, microbiologist and eco-conscious beauty product pioneer all have in common? They are Kiwi businesswomen at the forefront of... Read More