Business

Calls for lights at Fraser St crossing

The intersection at Fraser St and Merivale Rd near the Merivale shops has been labelled dangerous by nearby residents. Peter McTavish, who uses an electric... Read More

Tauriko roading changes spark traffic concerns

A Tauranga business owner says Tauriko West Enabling works are 'spreading chaos” and is concerned about future traffic congestion. However, Tauranga... Read More

One million cans for NZ foodbanks

Throughout June, Rotary clubs across New Zealand are uniting for a nationwide effort to collect one million cans of food in support of local food banks. The... Read More

Fundraising push to revive plastic project

A Bay of Plenty group that runs activities to promote environmental sustainability buy-in from the community is fundraising for a new heat press to continue... Read More

Wāhine on the rise: Hard hats and high vis

Girls are getting it done at the Pāpāmoa East interchange as the infrastructure industry encourages more wāhine to 'give it a go”. Tauranga site... Read More

Proposal to sell Baypark stand for $1

The community is being asked if speedway should stay at Mercury Baypark Stadium as the council decides whether to extend the club's lease. Baypark Speedway... Read More

Putting the call out for preloved items

Waipuna Hospice is calling on the community to donate quality used items to help stock its charity shops. Right now, it is especially in need of good-condition... Read More

Irish Business Network expands to Bay of Plenty

The Irish Business Network has launched a branch in the Bay of Plenty to create a sense of community for Irish businesses around the region. The Irish Business... Read More

Classic Flyer's King's Birthday raffle

Mount Maunganui's iconic classic aircraft museum is celebrating 20 years by giving away prizes to the public this weekend. People who pay to enter the 20-year-old... Read More

Parking at Tauranga Hospital 'almost impossible’

The Western Bay of Plenty community has spoken up about the difficulty of finding a car park at Tauranga Hospital, and they are asking for a change. SunLive... Read More

Pool saved from closure with $5.71m boost

The Ōtūmoetai Pool, an 'amazing community asset” that was slated for closure, will stay open and be upgraded. The decision was made at Tauranga City Council... Read More

Trimming backyard trees before winter sets in

As New Zealand enjoys autumn, many of us are preparing our homes and gardens for the colder months ahead. One important task that often goes overlooked is the... Read More