Local News

Ryda workshop to empower Mount young drivers

Mount Maunganui College's Year 11 students will take part in the Ryda road safety workshop on October 16. It is part of a nationwide initiative to equip young... Read More

How Bay trust's closure sparked fresh climate move

The Sustainable Bay of Plenty Trust has formally closed, with its remaining funds distributed to three local charities that are continuing its environmental... Read More

Breakfast and a laugh with Te Radar

A captivating morning of breakfast with one of New Zealand's most recognised comedians is being served up as a fundraiser for Waipuna Hospice, thanks to the... Read More

Archery club hits 75 years

Tauranga's archery club is celebrating 75 years of existence this month with a regional competition starting 10am this Saturday, September 27. Established... Read More

Step up for Good Neighbour’s 30-Day challenge

A local charity in Tauranga and the Western Bay is calling on residents to lace up their shoes this October for The Good Walk - a month-long fundraiser supporting... Read More

Tauranga civic precinct opens for one-day

People curious to see inside Tauranga city centre's future civic precinct will get the chance this weekend when Te Manawataki o Te Papa opens its doors for one-day. The... Read More

Space science celebrated at Mount college

Mount Maunganui College will become a hub of scientific inspiration next Wednesday, September 24. The school will host a day-long event of celebrating Earth,... Read More

Tauranga’s first Latin American Spring Festival

Tauranga's first Latin American Spring Festival is on this Saturday, September 20, from 11am-11.30pm at Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre at Memorial Park - and everyone... Read More

Mayor backs redesigned aquatic centre project

Tauranga City Council has confirmed its intention to progress with a redesigned Memorial Park Aquatic Centre to be built on the site of the existing Memorial... Read More

Pay equity protest picnic at Mount Drury

Families, community members and supporters of fair pay are invited to a protest picnic for pay equity at Mount Drury tomorrow. The event, hosted by Unions... Read More

Railway-inspired tiny house leads national contest

David Miller's tiny house, built in the style of a vintage railway sleeper carriage, is leading the public vote in the 2025 Tiny House Awards. Spanning 7.2m... Read More

Disco queens to dazzle Tauranga Arts Festival

Book the babysitter, gather your glam squad and get set to sparkle - disco fever is about to hit Tauranga! As part of the Tauranga Arts Festival, the Carrus... Read More