Entertainment

Tauranga teen takes out national vocalist award

A love of music that started before he could talk has helped Tauranga singer Miguel Rizzi hit a high note on the national stage. The 13-year-old was... Read More

Bay’s top musicians at FluroFest!

Sponsored Content Listen up youth! A fresh, free live music experience is coming to FluroFest 2026 this Sunday, October 18, from 1pm to 4pm at Memorial Park... Read More

'Incredible' new Tauranga CBD library opens

He Puna Manawa, Tauranga's new library and community hub, is open. Hundreds gathered at dawn for the karakia and blessing of the first new building to open... Read More

Tauranga tween heads to country music finals

A Bethlehem 12-year-old hopes her husky, distinctive voice will set her apart from seven fellow junior singers in tomorrow's New Zealand Entertainer of the Year... Read More

Louis Baker back on Mount stage after 5 years

Louis Baker is back on stage in Mount Maunganui this month, bringing his new album Trouble as part of his first headline tour in five years. The Wellington... 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

Plants, fungi and beats roll into Tauranga

A rock band playing in Tauranga next month has a line-up unlike any other: its bassist might be a mushroom, its synth player could be a houseplant, and only... Read More

Tauranga to the world – and back on stage

For Tauranga performer Fletcher Oxford, coming home to star as Fiyero in Wicked is more than another acting job. It is a return to the community that helped... Read More

Behind the decks with DJ No Hands

The music is pumping, the crowd is moving, and Jacob Lane is behind the decks, but unlike most DJs, he is not using his hands. The 23-year-old Whakatāne... Read More

Future rock stars shine at Bandquest in Tauranga

Big riffs, nervous energy and hometown pride filled Tauranga venues as more than 20 young Bay of Plenty bands battled it out in Rockshop Bandquest 2026. Held... Read More

Music heavyweights set for Bay Oval festival

Six60, Stan Walker, Maoli and Fat Freddy's Drop are set to take over Bay Oval for two days of music next summer. Kingston Calling is returning to Mount Maunganui... Read More

Arts Festival unveils stellar 2026 programme

A cult cabaret, interactive gaming experience, acrobatic troupe, bilingual theatre, renowned pianist and a host of musical performances are among the attractions... Read More