City Life

Olympian supports Bay mums with golden bib

One of Aotearoa's most successful athletes has donated valuable memorabilia to support the Mount Maunganui Runners and Walkers. New Zealand's 1982 Commonwealth... Read More

Community project offers hope, meals & support

'These are multidimensional people.” That was the life lesson Lifezone trustee and Tūmanako volunteer Phil Radford learnt after years of serving those... Read More

What's on: speedwall, rapid chess and surf

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. MetService is a fine day with southwesterlies... Read More

Public will have final say on SH 30 speed limit

Whakatāne District Council will ask NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi to revert sections of State Highway 30 back to 100km/h. The change is likely to go... Read More

Ancient worm-like bug crowned 'Bug of the Year'

The New Zealand velvet worm or ngāokeoke has been crowned bug of the year for 2025. The ancient gummy-looking worm, covered in velvety blue colouration and... Read More

Police revive iconic recruitment ad

Police are bringing back an iconic advertisement responsible for inspiring thousands of people to join its ranks over the past 30 years. The classic 1990s... Read More

$1300 up for grabs at Rapid Chess tournament

The Mount Maunganui RSA Chess club are holding the annual one-day Bay of Plenty Rapid Chess Tournament, a national level event, this Saturday. The tournament... Read More

Tauranga seapods boost marine life

Described as first of its kind for New Zealand, newly installed seapods are designed to help encourage new marine life within Tauranga Harbour. Monitored... Read More

Toy library thanks community for new carpet

Katikati Community Toy Library is beginning 2025 on a high - with new carpet throughout its entire facility at Henry Rd - and the committee wants to thank the... Read More

Triumphant victory at surf carnival

Pukehina Surf Rescue celebrated a triumphant victory at the annual Harris Cup Carnival earlier this month. After a 12-year absence, the trophy, named after... Read More

Ō-Rākau battle site returning to tūpuna

The Te Pire mō Ō-Rākau, Te Pae o Maumahara / Ō-Rākau Remembrance Bill passed its third reading at Parliament on Tuesday. The Bill will vest the title to... Read More

Top 10 pet claims for 2024

With the release of the Top 10 claim types for cats and dogs in 2024, pet insurance specialist PD Insurance is highlighting common issues that pet parents should... Read More