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Food insecurity: Fruit in Schools crucial

As food insecurity in New Zealand escalates, the country's successful Fruit in Schools programme is playing an increasingly vital role in supporting tamariki... Read More

‘World’ sailing event in Katikati

The Farr 6000 trailer sailors are 'world famous” in New Zealand and Australia. And Katikati Boating Club literally have the biggest fleet in the 'world”... Read More

Te Matatini: From festival to economic powerhouse

Carl Ross fixes a disarming stare when discussing Te Matatini's future. There is no hesitation, no doubt - just an unshakable belief that kapa haka is more... Read More

Tauranga plane crash under investigation

An investigation is under way after a plane crash in Tauranga. Emergency services were called to Tauranga Airport at 7.50pm on Wednesday. A police spokesperson... Read More

Homicide probe: Man found dead on doorstep

Police have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a man in Kawerau. Emergency services were called to the Onslow St property around... Read More

Temporary Motukauri track closure on Mauao

A section of the Motukauri track on Mauao will be temporarily closed next week. The closure will take place from 8am-4pm, Wednesday, March 5, to Friday, March... Read More

Clayton McMillan to be named new Munster coach

Clayton McMillan will depart as Chiefs coach at the end of the current Super Rugby season. Newstalk ZB has reported McMillan will head to Irish club Munster,... Read More

Exciting fundraiser for Whakamārama School

Whakamārama School PTA is starting the year off with a bang after an incredible 2024, where they raised $35,000 through donations, sponsorships, grants, and... Read More

Funding to begin for life-extending cancer drugs

A Whakatāne man with terminal cancer says he has outlived his life expectancy after joining a trial for cancer drugs that will be funded in New Zealand from... Read More

Art installations honour Te Puna identity

Two original artworks will be installed in the Te Puna Memorial Hall foyer. Both were created for the space by Que Bidois and Sam Allen. Que's images,... Read More

Waihī Powerball player wins $10.5m

A lucky Powerball player from Waihī will be jumping for joy after winning $10.5 million with Powerball First Division in Wednesday night's live Lotto draw. The... Read More

Marine precinct sale: Judge reserves his decision

The sale of Tauranga's marine precinct could cause 'irreversible harm” and drive some businesses out of town, a court has been told. Tauranga City... Read More