Papamoa Unlimitedwith Wayne Georgeof Papamoa Progressive Society We at the Papamoa Progressive Association, trust that your Christmas and New Year holidays were enjoyable and we extend our best wishes to you and yours for a successful and prosperous... Read More

Dr Anna Rolleston The Cardiac Clinic How are your 2016 goals progressing? Fitness and weight-loss goals are great because you can easily gauge your progress. The fitter you get, the easier exercise becomes and the longer or faster or stronger you... Read More

Dive Right Inwith Gwyn Brownfrom Tauranga Dive Right, here's an idea - now it's not mine, so I am not looking for any back slapping, but I think it has merit. Let's remove the current size limits on fish, crayfish, paua, scallops, and most of the... Read More

Clayton MitchellNew Zealand First MP Tauranga is quickly becoming a large cosmopolitan city, with people from all over the globe choosing to settle here. The food, music and other traditions they bring with them enrich our culture and our lives. However,... Read More

Jane NeesBOP Regional Councillorwww.janenees.co.nz I have been fortunate to have spent time on the water this summer and have seen first-hand council maritime staff visiting popular water recreation spots to provide advice and information on our... Read More

Sideline SidSports correspondant & historian www.sunlive.co.nz The elevation of Trent Boult to the ICC One Day International number one bowler ranking and the recent status of Kane Williamson as the best test batsman in the world, is a huge testament... Read More

Weather Eyewith John Maunder Temperatures have been recorded in the Tauranga area at several sites in the last 100 years, including the current Tauranga Airport site from June 1990. The graph below shows details of the average annual daily maximum... Read More

John ArtsAbundant Health www.johnarts.co.nz A good multi-style supplement can be one of the best health investments you can make. A well formulated multi will ensure your bodies have all the nutrients needed to stay healthy. Avoid 'one a day' products... Read More

Clayton MitchellNew Zealand First MP It is more than ironic that National have determined to sign the international trade agreement that strips away New Zealand's sovereignty just before Waitangi Day. The current Prime Minister clearly stated that... Read More

Brian RogersRogers Rabbits www.sunlive.co.nz It's been a mixed bag in the news business this week. Some major stories have crossed our desk, with SunLive breaking news of the Mount blaze, the fire on board the White Island boat and the sensational... Read More

Sally BenningGreerton Village Mainstreet manager The madness is over, the ham and mince pies long gone (I hope so anyway!) and we look forward to a bright New Year in Greerton Village. First up on the calendar is our Valentine's Day promotion running... Read More

Matt CowleyTauranga City Councillor It seems like more locals are enjoying a 'stay-cation' during the festive season, where locals and visitors celebrate the start of the New Year together. The city was humming with all the popular hotspots bustling... Read More