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Historic Hopukiore caves protected with barriers

Three historic caves at Mount Maunganui's popular and culturally significant Hopukiore (Mt Drury) Reserve have been sealed with uniquely patterned barriers following... Read More

Petition launched over Pāpāmoa toll

A Pāpāmoa business owner warns a planned toll at the Pāpāmoa East Interchange could place added pressure on local families, workers and firms already facing... Read More

Olympic discus thrower settles in Bethlehem

Olympic discus thrower Connor Bell has quietly relocated to Bethlehem, bringing one of New Zealand's top field athletes into the Tauranga community as he balances... Read More

Historical Tauranga scene brought to life

A striking new mural in central Tauranga is turning back the clock, capturing a moment from the city's earliest days and honouring the people who helped shape... Read More

Free kai and games at supermarket

Sponsored Content Brookfield New World is hosting a free community event featuring kai (food), games and a grocery giveaway tomorrow to celebrate an upgrade... Read More

Tauranga radio volunteers answer cyclone call

When ex-tropical Cyclone Vaianu threatened the East Coast this month, a small group of Tauranga volunteers quietly packed their bags and headed into the storm. Their... Read More

Tummy troubles getting you down?

After an overwhelming response to last year's anxiety events, three Tauranga practitioners are returning to host a talk on a topic that sits at the root of many... Read More

Tauranga Girls’ College teen speaks up for unity

Tauranga Girls' College student Jemma Miri is heading to the national stage after winning the Tauranga and Western Bay of Plenty regional final of the Race Unity... Read More

Student stuns with faultless bugle performance

It's that chilling, distinct sound, which follows a precise note composition that brings us to a standstill each Anzac Day at dawn. Alone with our thoughts... Read More

A night of masterpieces await...

In a celebration of musical artistry, Scholars Baroque Aotearoa will mesmerise Tauranga audiences this month with a concert of titles from classical titans. The... Read More

Plaza expansion brings new retail options

A major expansion at Pāpāmoa Plaza is taking shape, with a new large-format retail building set to strengthen the shopping centre's role in the growing coastal... Read More

Tauranga talent stage centre in major musical tour

A Tauranga-born performer is stepping into one of musical theatre's most iconic roles as the hit production Heathers The Musical heads to New Zealand. Calista... Read More