Local News

Support key to cancer fight

When Frances Devon found a lump in her breast, it was the last thing she was expecting. There is no history of breast cancer in her family. 'It was a hell... Read More

Around the clock walk in loving memory

A Tauranga woman plans to honour the memory of her husband and support Waipuna Hospice with a 24-hour walk around Mauao. Phil McLean spent the final 24 days of... Read More

Strengthening families through storytime

A programme that provides books to children, families and whānau living in the Bay of Plenty has sparked an increase in the number of books in homes. When the... Read More

Lions seeking books

Books, books, books! The Harbour City Lions are on the hunt for books for their annual book fair, so clear out your cupboards, blow the cobwebs off your bookshelf... Read More

Dozens waiting for help with bins

A Welcome Bay couple with mobility issues are unable to get their new council issued rubbish bins up and down their steep driveway, but they're still waiting... Read More

Colour my world

An explosion of colour has appeared in Greerton Village this week as yarn bombing returns to brighten up the winter days ahead. Under the theme 'Colour... Read More

Career change gets Sam Neill’s blessing

Imagine changing careers and deciding to be a musician at 39 years old in New Zealand's lockdown. Then dropping your very first single and getting an email... Read More

Club’s sights set on national wins

Argos Gymsport Tauranga has 23 athletes heading to the New Zealand Gymnastics Championships, and despite some of them being in direct competition with each... Read More

Volunteers needed to help new mums

Marcia Guest made it her aim to become more involved in her community following the death of the Kahui twins in June 2006. Three-month old twins Chris and... Read More

Students set for accommodation boost

Student accommodation in Tauranga city centre is set to grow next year with the opening of a new $20 million purpose-built facility. The four-storey complex... Read More

Unions clash with Port over safety concerns

The Port of Tauranga is disputing claims from workers and the Maritime Union of New Zealand that safety is not a priority at the port. The allegations come... Read More

Tup’s tennis legacy

It comes as no surprise when entering Tup Cox's Mount Maunganui home to find her watching Wimbledon on the television. A large collection of trophies and... Read More