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Using robotics for 3D metal printing

Tauranga is proving to be the place to be for smart thinking and solutions around engineering and robotics. That's the opinion of engineer Ben Jackson, 29,... Read More

Protesters tearful at meeting opposing Maori wards

Emotions ran high at a public meeting discussing the implementation of Maori wards in Tauranga last Friday with opposing views on racism and approaches that benefit... Read More

Ex-mayor, acting mayor and ex-deputy mayor respond

Greg Brownless who was Tauranga Mayor from 2016 - 2019 has highlighted traffic congestion, housing, rates and democracy as key issues facing the newly appointed... Read More

Perfect weather for second day of One Love

Tik Tok stars were amongst the 20000-strong crowd on Saturday at the opening day of the One Love Festival. In its seventh year, the event at Wharepai Domain... Read More

Shooting for goal with Tauranga’s football talent

At the relatively new playing fields at Oceandowns Reserve, Mount Maunganui, Maia Ririnui and Barry Gardiner are getting set up for a pre-season training session... Read More

$500,000 for two lucky Lotto players

It will be a Waitangi weekend to remember for two lucky Lotto players from Auckland and Lower Hutt after each winning $500,000 with Lotto First Division in Saturday... Read More

Tauranga Bridge Club hosts successful weekend

It was fierce competition last weekend at the successful Tauranga Bridge Club Mini-Congress event with 38 teams from across New Zealand competing for the top prizes. ... Read More

Temporary changes to Bayfair entry and exit points

As part of the Bay Link project, temporary changes are required to a number of vehicle entry and exit points at the Bayfair Shopping Centre over the coming months. These... Read More

Beach safety this Waitangi weekend

Surf Lifeguards are encouraging Kiwis to familiarise themselves with 'beach basics” before heading to the coast during this long weekend. Surf Life Saving... Read More

Bike Month encourages locals to get biking

Bike Month is underway once again and Western Bay of Plenty residents are being encouraged to get out on two wheels and discover all the benefits of biking. Sport... Read More

Power cut at Papamoa

There has been a power cut in Papamoa. Powerco report that the power cut has affected 746 properties at Papamoa Beach. The outage occurred at 5.03pm. A site investigation... Read More

A whole lot of love on day one at One Love

Good vibes, sunshine, great music and a whole lot of love sums up the atmosphere at Wharepai Domain in the heart of Tauranga City. A 20000 strong crowd laughed... Read More