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Bike events to cycle up enthusiasm

Two cycling events in Katikati this month are aimed at spinning the wheels of all types of riders this National Bike Month. In partnership with Katikati... Read More

Feedback sought on Bay of Plenty speed reviews

People have until February 17 to have their say on proposed speed limit reviews in the Bay of Plenty and Waikato. NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) proposes seven... Read More

Hairini Bridge terns carry on nesting

A small colony of white-fronted terns continues to defy convention by nesting beneath Tauranga's busy Hairini Bridge, even as council contractors carried out... Read More

Equestrian enables Addison to enjoy sport

While most kids breeze into A&P shows at 9am, Te Puna's Addison Chan's been awake nearly four hours. The nine-year-old is competing in A&P show equestrian... Read More

‘Community Quest’ family fun days on the way!

The Community Quest is coming to the Western Bay - bringing an arcade-inspired adventure with family fun, free food, prizes, and a chance to create your town's... Read More

Tauranga surfers battle for world club title

Five Bay of Plenty surfers will ride some of the world's best waves against some of the planet's best surfers this weekend in the 2026 World Club Championship... Read More

Regional councillors debate local govt reforms

Several Bay of Plenty regional councillors have expressed dismay at a local government overhaul proposed by central government, labelling it 'fundamentally”... Read More

Ōmokoroa golfer returns home to eye NZ victory

Ōmokoroa's Caitlin Maurice is relishing the opportunity to compete on home soil this week at the Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific championship. Maurice, who... Read More

Baypark Speedway roars back with triple‑header

Baypark Speedway returns to life on Saturday night after a month‑long break, unleashing a triple header of championship racing for its Battle of the Bay meeting. Formula... Read More

Cathedral Cove tracks shut amid storm warning

Mautohe Cathedral Cove tracks are closed this weekend after weather warnings were issued for much of the North Island. Periods of rain, some heavy, are predicted... Read More

Urupa dispute: Trustees have their say in court

'The harm you cause by holding a bone in your hand is irreversible,” Ōpihi Whanaungakore trustee Hemi Hireme told the Environment Court this week. The... Read More

SH36 chipsealing works postponed

Chipsealing works planned for State Highway 36 this weekend have been postponed. "We were ready to seal the deal this Valentine's weekend, but the weather... Read More