City Life

Tauranga traffic pledge could be life-saving

Several organisations across Tauranga have signed up to the Greater Tauranga Travel Pledge, as members seek to improve the region's problematic roading situation.... Read More

Erin’s mission for epilepsy education

What started as a school project for Erin Murphy has become a cause that could help thousands of students living with epilepsy. During Erin's last year... Read More

Te Puke Highway: diversion starting Feb 14

Te Puke Highway is expected to be closed for up to three weeks, starting February 14. Weather permitting, resealing work will begin on the highway, between... Read More

Democracy debate

Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta says she remains committed to a return to council elections in Tauranga. However, former Mayor Tenby Powell says... Read More

Retail doors open on $200m Tauranga development

A big weekend of shopping is expected for a new $200 million multi-use residential investment in Tauranga which opened its retail doors earlier this week. ... Read More

Mandate cause spike in home education requests

Schools around New Zealand are facing increases in home schooling applications since the announcement of mask mandates for children in Year 4 and above. Rural... Read More

Grand idea to improve road congestion

An Ohauiti resident has designed a fix for Turret Road's traffic woes in the form of a causeway that can be made off-site. John Bickers owned property and... Read More

Spreading kindness with sweet treats

Being a 'good bitch' might have negative connotations for some, but for a bunch of bakers, it hits the spot. Good Bitches Baking is a network of people... Read More

Mount named as collision hot-spot

Mount Maunganui has been singled out for having one of the worst vehicle collision rates in the country. According to claims data from insurance company... Read More

Tauranga’s stamp winner

A photograph of a pheasant gliding into land by Tauranga's Jeanette Nee is the image that will adorn the 2022 Game Bird Habitat Stamp. Each year, game bird... Read More

Oriana Singers are back

One of the best kept secrets about singing is how it reduces stress levels. It's also a great aerobic activity, while singing with others easily lifts... Read More

Tauranga artist potting along

Walking into John Roy's bright airy workshop that overlooks a lush garden it's easy to see how the potter is inspired whilst shaping clay. Ceramic birds,... Read More