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Tauranga community rallies for men's mental health

A grassroots event tackling men's mental health is set to return to Tauranga on July 11, after a groundswell of support helped launch it last year. Locally... Read More

Budget boost backs Māori Wardens

The Government has announced a funding boost for Māori Wardens, recognising their long-standing role in supporting community safety and social wellbeing. Māori... Read More

Hillier Centre closing after 30 years

After more than three decades as a lifeline for many in the Tauranga area, the Hillier Centre in Mount Maunganui is closing its doors. The Gloucester Rd centre... Read More

Building life skills and confidence in youth

No day is the same for Hato Hone St John paramedics, but for Mat Delaney, the desire to serve his community remains constant. 'You're there in a patient's... Read More

A legend on the course

He's referred to as 'a bit of a legend” and 'a really good bloke”. Ray Pittams, 90, is also well-known among members at the Tauranga Golf Club... Read More

Commissioner probes tech misuse

Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has initiated a review to ensure Police have sufficiently strong controls to prevent or detect the misuse of Police technology... Read More

Quarry park short on volunteers

If you love whiling away your free time behind a weed eater, chainsaw or tractor - or simply by getting stuck into gardening - you might be able to help out... Read More

Lives enlightened by learning: 60 years strong

Reflecting on 60 years of Ōtūmoetai College with former deputy principal Bruce Farthing reveals a rich tapestry of memories and milestones that have deeply... Read More

Car show raises $11K for ambulance service

As Neville McKay and his team of Tauranga Auto Extravaganza helpers handed over their biggest cheque yet to Tauranga's Hato Hone St John this month, the man... Read More

Charts key after Mōtītī boat sinking

It is important to check charts, Maketu Volunteer Coastguard president Shane Beech said after a private launch hit rocks during a sightseeing sea tour near Mōtītī... Read More

Haumaru courts slam dunk for Tauranga

Tauranga's newest indoor sports facility, the University of Waikato Haumaru Sport and Recreation Centre, is already a hit with locals after more than 3000 people... Read More

NZ teams set for Surf Rescue Challenge at home

Surf Life Saving New Zealand has selected three national teams for the 2025 International Surf Rescue Challenge, taking place on home soil for the first time... Read More