Local News

Let’s sing this summer

For some of Tauranga's most respected singing and music teachers, summer is an opportunity to invite Intermediate-aged children to discover for themselves their... Read More

A pair of socks for Tauranga

No one really knows how much waste, particularly plastic pollution, pours into the Tauranga harbour by stormwater. This should soon change, thanks to the Rotary... Read More

Ōmokoroa to Tauranga cycleway safety concerns

New plans for the stalled final stage of the Ōmokoroa to Tauranga cycleway don't address the immediate safety risks for cyclists, says a cycling advocate. The... Read More

Christmas in the city

A collection of world class light sculptures and giant-sized Christmas decorations are bringing liveliness to Tauranga city centre this month. 'The Christmas... Read More

A window on art

A newly opened, eye-catching gallery in the fast growing arts precinct that is the Tauranga Historic Village has local artists and passers-by buzzing. 'The Artist... Read More

School relief staff “very tight” since mandate

Some children have finished the school year without the teacher they started with because of government vaccine mandates. Western Bay of Plenty Principal's Association... Read More

113 and counting

'Why are all the artworks $113?” asked a visitor to The People's Gallery - Toi ka rere. For those who know the inside story about the annual group show... Read More

Meow’s the time to foster

There may be no room at the inn for many at-risk animals this Christmas, with volunteers' own homes 'bulging” with an influx of rescued pets in Tauranga. ... Read More

Life by the numbers

Pick a number - any number - and see how it applies to your weekend just gone by. Numbers, when they are grouped together or put side by side usually paint... Read More

Boat launch a wish come true

The Wish 4 Fish vessel gleams brightly at her mooring, the sun glinting off her fresh paint. The 18m catamaran is no ordinary boat - it is purpose built... Read More

Pets are for life not Christmas presents

A new puppy or kitten might seem like the purr-fect Christmas present, but people need to consider the long-term needs of their loveable new gift. 'Adopting... Read More

A glowing paddle

Sitting in kayaks, staring at thousands of glowworms and listening to water trickle down the canyon walls, you wouldn't think you're only a short drive from Tauranga... Read More