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Artful Mind captures Tauranga lives and memories

Tauranga people, memories and milestones are being brought to life through paint and creativity in Dementia Tauranga's third annual Artful Mind exhibition. On... Read More

Volunteers boosting people's 'chance of survival'

Tauranga Rotary volunteers are hitting the streets to make sure defibrillators can be found when every second counts. Members of Rotary Tauranga Te Papa and... Read More

Tauranga teen eyes next step in indoor bowls

Five years ago, Matthew Spargo was a Year 7 student flicking through a school sports brochure when one sport caught his eye. This month the 17-year-old Tauranga... Read More

Ōtūmoetai College students win film final

A six-member Ōtūmoetai College film team has gone from a Friday night genre draw to regional winners in 48 hours. The Bourgeoisie was the only New Zealand... Read More

Bring your best friend for a special blessing

Got a beloved dog, cat, budgie or other furry, feathered or four-legged friend? Then you and your pet are invited to St George's Anglican Church in Gate Pā... Read More

Ōmokoroa-Tauranga cycleway section to close

Cyclists and walkers using the Ōmokoroa to Tauranga cycleway are being advised of a temporary closure for maintenance this month. A section of the shared... Read More

Volunteers needed to keep hospice shop open

Waipuna Hospice needs 50 new volunteers to help run its charity shops after one had to close for a day this month when help couldn't be secured. Te Puke's... Read More

Zespri chief: Quality must justify premium

Mount Maunganui-based kiwifruit marketer Zespri says fruit quality remains a key focus as the industry responds to increasing competition in export markets. Chief... Read More

Summer roadworks set to bring delays

More than 500 lane kilometres of state highway renewals will be carried out across Waikato and the Bay of Plenty during NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi's 2026/27... Read More

Kawerau hits pause on joint water services

Kawerau has joined Ōpōtiki in delaying public consultation on a pivotal decision about the future of water services delivery. Kawerau District Council cited... Read More

Young at Art: Doreen McNeill still painting at 97

At 97, Tauranga abstract artist Doreen McNeill is still doing what she loves most - picking up a brush, choosing a colour, making a mark and seeing where it... Read More

Migrant seniors invited to connect over lunch

Tauranga's migrant seniors will have a chance to connect, celebrate their cultures and enjoy an afternoon of food, music and fun at a special event this month. The... Read More