Local News

New music for country star

Even before he speaks in his gravelly baritone, country singer Brendan Dugan is often recognised around Tauranga. 'Even when I'm wearing a mask,” he says.... Read More

Chef’s tips to cheat the budget

When a cauliflower or a cabbage costs upwards of $5 each - and you've got mouths to feed for a whole seven days and money needed for other bills - how do you make... Read More

New creative outlet for stroke survivors

Two local artists are working together to bring their passion for art and their professional knowledge to help stroke survivors find a new creative outlet, create... Read More

Ōtūmoetai Peninsula plan ready for public feedback

Tauranga residents are invited to check-out Tauranga City Council's draft 30-year plan to support population growth in Ōtūmoetai, Matua, Brookfield, Bellevue... Read More

More demand than ever before

Bay of Plenty foodbanks are in need of extra grocery supplies after they have seen skyrocketing demand this year. According to Katikati Christian Foodbank public... Read More

Auction to take flight

The Tauranga Model Aircraft Club's annual auction of model aircrafts is getting ready to take flight. The auction, which is typically held in June and raises... Read More

Tightening the screws on crime

They're tiny, but almost 100 per cent effective against thieves. Tauranga South Community Patrol's initiative to get tamper-resistant screws onto vehicles in the... Read More

Walk – don’t run!

Walking football, a slower-paced version of the popular sport designed for mature players, has made its debut in the Bay of Plenty. It's free to join and walks... Read More

Carving the future of whakairo

With a lack of whakairo facilities in Tauranga, The Incubator Creative Hub has decided to open their own hub to further support Toi Maori in our community. The... Read More

Opportunity to receive art mentoring

Artist Rob McGregor is looking forward to meeting and working with the finalists of The Weekend Sun Emerging Artist award in a series of development workshops... Read More

Jazz festival just about here!

With the Port of Tauranga 59th Jazz Festival only days away, Bay of Plenty residents and jazz-lovers from around Aotearoa can delight in 175 performances during... Read More

Entries open for BOP spring pottery exhibition

A feast of ceramic creations will be on display in September at Tauranga's newest pottery exhibition, and potters from around the region are encouraged to participate. Entries... Read More