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What’s On? Kites & Wood Carving

Good morning SunLive readers, and welcome to winter. Can you believe half the year is over already? Time is the one thing we can never get any more of. So it pays... Read More

Filling the heavens for Matariki

Tauranga's Matariki celebrations are in full swing and today the public will have a chance to participate in one of the most popular events. Matariki Kite Day is... Read More

The secret to flying kites

Pupils at Brookfield School have been learning an ancient art this week. In anticipation of Matariki Kite Day, the kids have been attending workshops on kite building,... Read More

Metered water rate charging postponed

The previously announced move to charge water rates for Edgecumbe properties according the usage recorded on each property's water meter has been delayed by 12... Read More

A plan to make Tauranga vibrant

A new strategy is being developed to turn the Bay into 'a hub for creativity and innovation, boosting tourism and the economy”. Cross-pollination between... Read More

Lost girls reunited with parents

UPDATED: Good news! The two little girls found wandering in Welcome Bay have been reunited with their parents. Police say the parents are relieved to have the girls... Read More

Fundraiser support from spirit

The barquentine Spirit of New Zealand is expected to make an appearance in Tauranga over the weekend, honouring the memory of Hamish Rieger. Hamish is a former... Read More

More social housing promised in Tauranga

Almost 220 new social and transitional places are on the way for Tauranga and Papamoa, the Government has today confirmed. 'We're on track to have 68 short term... Read More

Happy Queen’s Birthday Weekend

The Queen's Birthday long weekend is back again, so make sure you get out and enjoy the next three days because it'll be the last mini-break you get until October.... Read More

Lions rugby tour, your thoughts

The first game of the DHL NZ Lions Series 2017 will kick-off today, marking a month of action packed rugby around New Zealand. The New Zealand Lions Series 2017... Read More

Dead Cow found on Papamoa Beach

A man walking along the Papamoa beach this morning came across a dead cow.Phil Clarke found the cow while on a beach walk with his dog before dawn. He phoned Tauranga... Read More

Queen's Birthday weekend weather

Good morning and welcome to Queen's Birthday Weekend. Queen Elizabeth II's real birthday is April 21, she's 91 years, and has reigned 64 years. Surf's up on... Read More