City Life

Homelessness summit aims to tackle growing crisis

Sleeping bags in doorways are increasingly common across Tauranga. Homelessness is a hugely complex problem for communities in New Zealand and around the... Read More

Fitness for a good cause: Fundraiser for UOKBRO

A little community gym in Matua is aiming to make a big impact by fundraising for Tauranga's UOKBRO founder Scotty Harvey. Head coach Brent Mayhew said the... Read More

Nailing skills, building confidence

Seven Tauranga building apprentices will be among 100 nationwide spending eight hours this Saturday, April 12, putting their carpentry skills to the test and... Read More

Tauranga’s Space Studios aims for global title

Tunnel vision is one way to describe the crew at Space Studios in Tauranga as they prepare for the World Dance Crew Championships. A team of 33 dancers... Read More

Empowering young people living with disabilities

White-water rafting, karaoke nights, cooking classes and bach getaways. These are some of the opportunities young people with intellectual disabilities... Read More

Legislation supporting shooting clubs and ranges

Legislation passed will support the continued safe operation of shooting clubs and shooting ranges, Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee said. 'This is... Read More

British mother solo travelling NZ, Kiwi kindness

A British mother who came to New Zealand alone and travelled solo for the past two months says she was stunned by an act of kindness at Auckland Airport... Read More

Kawerau death: 15-year-old charged with murder

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested and charged with murder following the death of a man in Kawerau. The teenager is the second person arrested concerning... Read More

Tees for a Cure campaign sets ambitious goal

Each year in New Zealand, about 3600 people are diagnosed with breast cancer. Currently, there is no cure for the disease that affects one in nine women across... Read More

Dog attack: Community begins 'healing process'

A tangi. A blessing. A rāhui. These have been steps in the 'healing process” for a Bay of Plenty community devastated by the fatal dog mauling of a 4-year-old... Read More

Child Cancer Foundation raises record $330K

In the middle of a cost of living crisis, Kiwis have shown just how big their hearts are. Child Cancer Foundation has announced its 2025 Street Appeal raised... Read More

Families tackle food waste with fun activities

School holidays in the Bay of Plenty are the perfect time to reconnect, get creative - and save a bit of money while you're at it, says Love Food Hate Waste... Read More