There are three young girls that won't let the ways of the world bring them down. Three 11-year-olds with better self-esteem than some women in their 20s. And they... Read More

It's an anthology of stories that will shock, inspire and encourage. It's also a celebration of brave and inspirational women. The book has an elongated, no nonsense... Read More

A local hobbyist film editor is putting out a call for people to dig out their old home movies of Tauranga. Brian Pinny is hoping to collate as much historical footage... Read More

It's an amalgam of athleticism, creativity and artistry. Or a hybrid of swimming, dance and gymnastics - either way it's glamorous athletes performing synchronised,... Read More

His name is Ranchdolls Alexander - 'Alex' to those close to him. It's a name that smacks a little of privilege, a bit pommy public school. But he is privileged,... Read More

Papamoa harpist Felicity Whale has been awarded the prestigious Sir Douglas Myers scholarship to study at Cambridge University in England. Known as Fizzi, the 18-year-old... Read More

He could be forgiven for having an identity crisis. Braden Smith auditioned for Finn - thick by all accounts. But he ended up Freddy - a bit of a slob, more concerned... Read More

Bella is the pauper, who by a blessing, became the princess. She is of dubious parentage. Her parents are unknown. She is the product of some spontaneous union... Read More

Tauranga's Matariki celebrations are in full swing and this Sunday the public will have a chance to participate in one of the most popular events. Matariki Kite... Read More

Ladies, it's time to get out your pearls, tassels and boa feathers and head to The Grateful Gatsby. Bethlehem Baptist Church is opening its doors for another of... Read More

'I am special. l am very special.” Thirteen-year-old Sophie Turner is special because she has succeeded - she has confronted some deeply challenging personal... Read More

It's about taking a step in someone else's shoes. And in the case of Red Cross' Maree Boyes and Tauranga mayor Greg Brownless, they're taking 10,000 steps a day... Read More