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Teens collaborate for first ‘metal fusion’

Three metalcore bands from high schools in Tauranga - who all made it to 2023's Smokefree Rockquest finals - are collaborating in a 'first of its kind' concert... Read More

Reminder for boaties before hitting water

Boaties planning to hit Bay of Plenty waters this long weekend are encouraged to ensure they've serviced their engine and given their vessel a once-over to avoid... Read More

100 years of Shirley

She's Shirley from Shirley - and she's as sharp as a tack for a lady celebrating her 100th birthday today! It was the 20th of October 1923, exactly 100 years... Read More

Uncover the secret to ‘living in harmony’

Old and young alike - immerse yourself in the unique and diverse culture of China at 'Living in Harmony' this weekend and learn something new! Multicultural Tauranga... Read More

Join Red Tulip Walk to help those with Parkinson’s

Gather your friends and family for a 5km Red Tulip Walk for Parkinson's around Mauao on October 28. Parkinson's is the fastest growing neurological condition... Read More

Adventure ‘Behind Closed Doors’

What mysteries lie veiled from discovery behind a home's door? Most will never know the secrets existing within, but you just might… Rotary Club of Tauranga... Read More

Plenty to do for Tauranga Arts Festival

Tauranga Arts Festival holds family and community close to its heart and is celebrating both with some special shows. The entire whānau can also enjoy a free,... Read More

Small wins big for Tauranga artist

It's a tiny slice of Australia, the Trephina Gorge Nature Park, located 85km east of Alice Springs. Renowned for 1700 hectares of sheer quartzite cliffs and Red... Read More

Missed by mammograms

Four mammograms showed no cancer to be present in her breast, but Tauranga teacher Bridget Prendiville knew something was off. Pushing for more tests, an ultrasound... Read More

Te Puke’s one-minute spooky movie contest

Calling all budding filmmaker and lovers of spine-chilling stories. EPIC Te Puke, the epicentre of innovation and creativity in Te Puke, is hosting a spooky short... Read More

Get blown away by bricks

Welcome Bay School is set to build community spirit brick by brick this weekend! Tomorrow, Saturday, October 14, and Sunday, October 15, Bricks of Plenty will... Read More

Growing people’s gardening knowledge in Katikati

You may be a long-time greenfinger, a new gardener, or someone thrifty always looking for new ways to save cash on the food bill. But do you know how to grow... Read More