Local News

The ripple effect of loss

The loss of a loved one to suicide can have a devastating impact on family and friends. That loss can often spread wider into the community. Acknowledging... Read More

Rena photo exhibition launches

An exhibition marking the 10th anniversary of the grounding of the Rena has opened in Tauranga, a decade to the day since the vessel hit Astrolabe Reef. A... Read More

Lions enhancing nature

Lions Club members from across the Bay of Plenty and Matamata have added more natives to the TECT All Terrain Park thanks to a recent planting day. In total,... Read More

Martial arts creating future leaders

Skyla Dix wants to become an official coach at The Martial Arts Academy in Tauranga, and her goal is in reach after being chosen for the academy's leadership... Read More

Tauranga Gold Blues

For Tauranga Old Blues Football Club, this season can be summed up with a count of one, two and three. One club, two titles and three - the number of players... Read More

Short films invading Tauranga

A Darth Vader helmet, a blue tongue lizard and a 1972 Chevrolet Constantia don't sound like the ingredients of a sweet movie about relationships. But in the... Read More

Creating new memories after Rena loss

Craig Fellows and his family lost a life time of memories and treasures when the Rena hit Astrolabe Reef 10 years ago. The ship famously ran aground on October... Read More

Hospitality sector welcomes fewer restrictions

With restrictions on hospitality businesses now eased, removing the cap of 100 people in a venue will be a welcome relief for some. The Barrel Room owner... Read More

Repair shop restores link to the past

A handmade leather satchel that's more than 60 years old has been restored to its original condition, keeping alive the memory of the Katikati man who hand... Read More

Virtual marathon effort

Claire Haywood and her husband Peter have been impacted by cancer more than once, and with last month's Daffodil Day Street Appeal cancelled due to Covid-19 restrictions,... Read More

Man’s best friend

Dog attacks on people in Tauranga have declined for a third consecutive year. This was the first year in which Tauranga City Council have not had to prosecute... Read More

Hairini to get 21 new homes

Plans have been revealed for the new Kāinga Ora homes in Hairini. Ten 1960s houses on Haukore Street will be replaced with 21 one-and-two storey homes that will... Read More