Environment

Grass seeds pose hidden danger for dogs, warns vet

As autumn arrives, veterinarians are warning pet owners about the dangers of grass seeds, which can seriously harm animals. Grass seeds are dangerous because... Read More

Community gardens open their gates

For Kevin Collins, the Otūmoetai Community Railway Gardens have been a cherished part of his life for the last 16 years. 'It's not far to walk from my home... Read More

Bromeliad lovers’ stunning summer display

Tucked away in a Bellevue cul-de-sac is a striking collection of hundreds of bromeliads. 'I grow all of them,” Margaret Calkin said. A member of the... Read More

A fresh and young perspective

Rotary's image as an exclusive club for retirees and older adults is rapidly evolving. Ask 34-year-old Indeevar Duhan - the new president of the Rotary Club... Read More

Volunteers needed to plant Kōpūrererua Valley

The Kōpūrererua Valley Rotary Centennial Trust needs 200 volunteers to plant 4500 native trees and shrubs on September 29. This milestone event - part of... Read More

Help grow Lions Tree Grove at TECT park

Bay of Plenty residents are invited to muck in and help out with digging holes and planting trees on the next two Saturdays at Lions Tree Grove at the TECT All... Read More

Art that sustains a community

Creating a wearable art masterpiece made from rescued resources is the exciting challenge facing anyone keen to dive into the Sustainable Art Challenge. There are... Read More

Public meeting turns testy

Tauranga City Mayor Tenby Powell is defending his decision to walk out of a public meeting in Papamoa this week. The Papamoa Residents & Ratepayers Association... Read More

Organic store springs back to life

The closure of a popular Tauranga organic store left staff worried about their future until two men with a passion for organics stepped in to fill the gap. Laura... Read More

Taking out the trash

The Government's proposed $124 million investment in recycling is a 'win for employment, climate and environment” says a local waste campaigner. Garbage... Read More

Funky fungi find a home

One minute strange lights are creeping across the sky in a perfect line. Then strange living creatures start appearing in the backyard. Life has taken a twist... Read More

Fish fried after failing to keep its distance

A Tauranga man's afternoon walk along Wairoa River took an unexpected turn after he caught a 20kg kingfish with his hands. Logan Reid was walking his dog... Read More