City Life

Art that sustains a community

Creating a wearable art masterpiece made from rescued resources is the exciting challenge facing anyone keen to dive into the Sustainable Art Challenge. There are... Read More

Soldier identified after 103 years

More than 5000 New Zealand soldiers lost their lives during World War I in Belgium between 1917 and 1918. Known as one of the 'horrors' of the Great War, the... Read More

Robin’s etch of the imagination

Artist Robin Purllant has enjoyed a creative summer, completing paintings in time for the Original Art Expo this week. 'I will have five paintings on show,”... Read More

Tauranga talent ‘stoked’ at Olympics selection

Sam Tanner is enjoying relaxing in the sun after a 21km run stateside, where he is currently attending the University of Washington. The Bethlehem College alumnus... Read More

75th Jubilee of original college and high school

Students from a college and district high school that existed in Tauranga for just 11 years following World War II will be celebrating their 75th Jubilee in May. 'This... Read More

A dress to remember

Despite being a regular op shopper Lollie Rhodes never expected to find her perfect wedding dress at one. When walking past the window of the St Vincent De Paul... Read More

It’s time to shoot the jack

Whether they are aiming for a Faire Fanny or just want to get on the Piste, petanque players will be pouring into Tauranga this weekend to separate the best from... Read More

Seeds for the future

The future of Mauao's flora is being protected by local children through the People, Plants in Schools programme. Tamariki from the programme will spend a morning... Read More

A return to tradition for Anzac Day

This year, as the sun rises over Tauranga on Anzac Day, thousands of people will gather again and The Last Post will ring out to remember those we lost and... Read More

Short sets to keep things fresh

One small step for Tauranga's music scene is one giant leap forward for the artists involved. A new series of monthly concerts, designed to provide an outlet... Read More

100-year-old Les Marsh has been presented with an

'Ich freue mich dich gesehen mach zu haben.” Those words, or at least a Kiwi version of the German language, is how a young Les Marsh would greet enemy... Read More

BOPDHB backs health sector reform

The CEO of the Bay of Plenty District Health Board has thrown his weight behind the major health sector shake-up. Health Minister Andrew Little announced on Wednesday... Read More