City Life

Dive into the world of sharks at Auckland Museum

Sharks is set to take centre stage at Auckland War Memorial Museum this summer, opening on Wednesday, December 10. Sharks invites families, students and enthusiasts... Read More

Residents invited to hear Tauranga’s next steps

Tauranga City's Mayor, councillors and chief executive are inviting the people of Tauranga to an evening of updates, insights and open conversation about the... Read More

Iggy Pop and Joan Jett lead Summer Concert Tour

The Godfather of Punk and Queen of Rock ‘n' Roll are coming to New Zealand, as Greenstone Entertainment announce Iggy Pop and Joan Jett among the lineup... Read More

Afghan refugee finds freedom in Tauranga orchestra

For Hamida Qasimi, a Tauranga Arts Festival orchestral event is wondrously opening doors closed to her by the Taliban. Qasimi, who recently fled Afghanistan... Read More

Ōpōtiki home values dip 3.5% in new revaluation

The value of residential housing in Ōpōtiki has decreased by 3.5% since the previous effective revaluation date of July 1, 2022, according to Quotable Value... Read More

Hot Pink Walk unites Tauranga community

A sea of pink, big smiles and plenty of laughs hit Tauranga's waterfront on Wednesday for the annual Hot Pink Walk. More than 4000 walkers were expected to... Read More

Mount aerospace engineer wins rising star award

Mount Maunganui aerospace engineer Keshika Warnakula was 11 when her parents took her overseas for the first time. 'I just fell in love with aircrafts [sic].... Read More

Tips to keep pets safe this Halloween

Halloween can be a fun time for both pets and their owners, but it comes with some pawsitives and downsides to consider. On the upside, dressing up Bruno... Read More

Summer roadworks to slow SH29 over Kaimai Range

Motorists travelling on State Highway 29 between Cambridge Rd and the base of the Kaimai Range can expect overnight closures and travel disruptions. NZ Transport... Read More

Thousands bound for BoP as cruise season opens

More than 4300 passengers and crew will sail into the Port of Tauranga tomorrow as the cruise season opens with the first ship visit. Celebrity Edge... Read More

Hundreds of Bay mums face long trips to give birth

With no obstetricians left in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, hundreds of pregnant women have been forced to travel to Tauranga Hospital to give birth this year -... Read More

Virtual trip helps kids explore natural hazards

Children from across New Zealand aged 6-12 can explore the natural wonders of Bay of Plenty from the comfort of their classroom. How? Through the latest virtual... Read More