Entertainment

Young people push for museum

If you've ever seen the colossal squid at Te Papa Museum in Wellington, you'll know it's not something you forget in a hurry, says Mount Maunganui College student... Read More

Watery thoughts

Water is our lives - we bathe in it, we play in it, and we are it. 'If you drink a glass of water it goes through your entire body and surrounds your brain, becoming... Read More

Internet safety innovators win

A device developed in Tauranga aimed at keeping kids safe online has won a major technology award. Local organisation Safe Surfer has developed the new 'Lifeguard'... Read More

New walking groups for fitness

Two new walking groups are starting this month as part of Sport Bay of Plenty's City on its Feet initiative, creating more opportunities within the community for... Read More

A different view of the park

Imagine a transport hub, information centre and accommodation provider all in one location in downtown Mount Maunganui. That's the vision local architect Mark Wassung... Read More

If it quacks it must be the ducks

It's a precursor to the 2018 duck shooting season. But be reassured - no mallards, shovelers or paradise ducks will be harmed in the running of this event. It's... Read More

Funds available for creatives

Do you, or someone you know, have a creative project in mind but need funding to get it off the ground? The Creative Communities Scheme could help you! But be quick,... Read More

The hunt is on

The annual Easter egg hunt is on once more this Sunday at the Katikati Bird Gardens, so grab the kids and bunny hop them out to pick up some tasty chocolate treats. There... Read More

Action-packed night of speedway

Speedway fans are in for an action-packed night on Saturday with the rescheduled North Island Sprint Car Champs and South Pacific Super Saloon and 6-shooter Champs... Read More

From the gloom into the spotlight

Content warning: This article contains discussions of mental health and suicide. She will make her hometown premiere at Baycourt Monday, and it will be a special... Read More

Get down and bluesy this Easter

A hurricane warning is in place for Classic Flyers Museum this Easter weekend, with jazz enthusiasts expected to dance up a storm at the National Jazz Festival... Read More

Irish flavour in the Jazz Lounge

Jazz fans will have the chance to enjoy some jazz-influenced tunes sung with a lovely Irish brogue in this year's National Jazz Festival, thanks to Irish expat... Read More