An annual town cleanup is expanding - in length and coverage. The EPIC Te Puke Spring Clean will be on again in September. In past years, the cleanup had... Read More

A Bay of Plenty photography competition and exhibition that kicks ageism to the kerb is back for 2025. The Incubator Creative Hub is thrilled to announce... Read More

A new high-tech cardiac catheterisation lab is now open at Tauranga Hospital, improving access to life-saving heart treatment across the Bay of Plenty. Health... Read More

Once again, Te Puke Repertory delivers! Imagine you are visiting someone dear in a rest home. You find yourself in the company of senior citizens who have earned... Read More

Envirohub has hit 1.6 tonnes of recyclable materials diverted from the landfill so far this year at the Tauranga hub. 'In 2024, Envirohub diverted two tonne... Read More

Tauranga mother-of-two Karina Tendler says when it comes to school holidays, something needs to change. She recently approached the Ministry of Education... Read More

New Zealand's Zoe Crawford has made history at the 2025 Queensland Pool Rescue Championships, breaking the world record in the 100m Manikin Tow. The 20-year-old,... Read More

Warning: This story deals with details of the sexual assault of children and may be distressing. An early childhood relief teacher who told police she... Read More

For the first time, Salon One in Fraser Cove is giving back to its community in a significant way, offering a complimentary makeover. The makeover is worth... Read More

'It's great to see you Chevelle. How are you today? Did you do some nice things with the whānau in the holidays? How's [your brother] Khavallie?” The... Read More

One person has died in a two-vehicle crash near Wairakei, Taupō, prompting the closure of State Highway 1 this morning. Emergency services responded to the... Read More

Have a cat? It's time to get it desexed for the sake of our native species. In a bold and furry move, Predator Free Waihī Beach has teamed up with Waihī... Read More