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Fresh twists added to Te Puke’s Halloween event

Spooky surprises, interactive entertainment and steam punk are combining for this year's Treat Trail in Te Puke. The popular Halloween treat trail take place... Read More

Baypark Speedway launches 2025-2026 season

Feature race victories held some extra personal significance for the big winners at the 2025-26 Baypark Speedway season opener on Saturday night. Former NZ... Read More

Rotorua Mayor hopes Blue Baths can reopen

Proposed changes to earthquake strengthening laws could pave the way for reopening Rotorua's heritage Blue Baths building, Mayor Tania Tapsell says. The Government... Read More

Labour Day weather: Cold snap brings heavy rain

Heavy rain, strong winds, snow and freezing temperatures are predicted as a 'wintry cold snap” hits holidaymakers today. 'Heavy snow, rainfall, powerful... Read More

Te Puke groups unite on $5m movement HQ

A group of organisations have come together with a dream of creating a space in Te Puke where the whole family can move together. Te Puke Gymsport and Parkour... Read More

Dog expert moves on to teach aggression risks

A Pyes Pā dog behaviourist is closing the doors to her pet lodge so that she can tour the country and educate parents about dog aggression. Dog Logic training... Read More

Scary rides in the park in the dark…

Tauranga Model Marine and Engineering Club (TMMEC) is calling 'all aboard” to Bay of Plenty residents - as their Night Fright Trains return this Halloween. Tauranga... Read More

Homicide investigation launched in Te Puke

A homicide investigation has been launched after the death of a man who was critically injured in Te Puke on Saturday. At around 10.30am, Police received... Read More

Williamson returns as Blackcaps face England

The Blackcaps take on England today at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui for the first One-Day International of the three-match series, with play set to begin at 2pm. Kane... Read More

Avo Fest’s celebrity chef revealed!

One of New Zealand's most loved food personalities, bestselling author and engaging live presenter - known for her relaxed, down-to-earth style - will lead the... Read More

One dead after crash in Morrinsville

One person has died after a crash in Morrinsville. Police were called to the single-vehicle crash on Matuku Road at around 2.45am. The person was found... Read More

Baby grand piano in the wild

Imagine walking along Mount Maunganui beach at sunrise and hearing the delicate notes of a white baby grand piano floating across the sand. This month, audiences... Read More