Entertainment

Inducted to rock‘n’roll heaven

'Til we kissed, I never knew the years that I has wasted… 'Til we kissed, I never knew the kisses that I had tasted…” What an aphrodisiac those... Read More

Fighting, films, stardom and sin

His pecs are twitching like agitated headlights. First the left, then the right. Left, right, left, right, quickfire - the body builder's party piece. Peter O'Brian... Read More

A night of stunning performances

The Bay of Plenty's most iconic festive event is gearing up for showtime this December 17 - and is heralding an impressive line-up of free entertainment. Former... Read More

The Real Ōpōtiki in Tauranga

Due to the success of The Real Ōpōtiki exhibition at Toi Tu Studio One in Auckland, Ōpōtiki art will continue its tour of the country with an exhibition in... Read More

Freeze – then dance for kindness

Bay residents can be part of a free worldwide event this Sunday at Mount Drury and show kindness is the common thread that unites us all - regardless of the differences... Read More

Soaring with the parakeet

Just after noon tomorrow age and elegance will command right of way at Tauranga Airport. Pilot Keith Mitchell will nose the ZK-AWP out onto the runway, turn her... Read More

Tauranga, from Mummers to Troupers

This year marks a significant cultural achievement in Tauranga's theatrical history. It is 80 years since 16th Ave Theatre launched, and the rest, as they say,... Read More

Get in the thick of it!

People of all ages can relive their childhoods and get back in the dirt in a fun-filled, mud-filled event set for this weekend. Yes - Matahui School's Mud Run is... Read More

Festival buys the Crystal Palace

Thanks to a private donation, the Tauranga Arts Festival has been able to purchase a one-fifth share in the Pacific Crystal Palace, the relocatable venue that has... Read More

A free pioneer’s picnic

Free family fun - and lots of laughs - is what's on offer at Katikati's first ever Pioneer's Picnic this Sunday, November 6, from 11am. Western Bay Museum is inviting... Read More

Foster pooches from the heart

'I just knew there were a lot of dogs out there that needed homes - and I just wanted to be able to help. It was as simple as that really,” says Michelle... Read More

Make a splash in the Bay

A lot of exploring and playing in the Bay of Plenty usually has something to do with water. We're surrounded by oceans, lakes and rivers - and Sport of Plenty's... Read More