Entertainment

BOP musician sings in new ANZAC documentary

Singer Whirimako Black says a soon-to-be-released ANZAC documentary about New Zealand's first popstar Pixie Williams will inspire young Māori artists to pursue... Read More

Mount YouTubers bring laughs to lockdown

A dad and daughter-duo from Mount Maunganui hope their YouTube videos, featuring pranks, self-defence demonstrations and harbour-side joke telling, will help people... Read More

Tauranga family’s staycation success

A little bit of rain isn't stopping one Tauranga family from having fun during lockdown on Staycation Day. The Zimmerman family have set up tent in the driveway... Read More

Join NZSO for a mass performance of Pokarekare Ana

Whether you have musical talent or are tone deaf it doesn't matter, everyone is encouraged to take part in a mass performance this afternoon. The New Zealand... Read More

Missing gigs and events? Check out MyTauranga

Tauranga loves its events. From farmers markets to festivals, and everything in between, there's never been a shortage of things to do in the city. Until COVID-19. Life... Read More

Stunning local artist exhibitions planned for 2020

The Te Kōputu a te whanga a Toi exhibitions team is using lockdown time to work on the strong local line-up of women who will be exhibiting in Whakatāne in the... Read More

Dancing with the Royal NZ Ballet

Just because many of us are stuck at home, doesn't mean there is nothing to do. Many New Zealanders have taken to social media to share their tips of how... Read More

Bubble Life delivers the library during lockdown

Tauranga City Libraries aren't letting the lockdown hit pause on their programming - in fact, they're embracing life in the bubble. Many of their regular activities... Read More

Migrants speak through words and art

Local writer Nina Payne is one of 25 migrants who have contributed to the book, Mixed: Creative Writing by Newcomers to Our Shores. An author with two previously... Read More

Artist forges ahead with virtual exhibition

A Mount Maunganui artist is launching their virtual exhibition ‘The Basaloid Project' through the Incubator Creative Hub this week. Artist Kalou... Read More

Laughter is the best medicine

For Karen and Michael Kessell laughter goes a long way. The Aongatete couple have taken it upon themselves to lighten up the neighbourhood with their own brand... Read More

American violinist to stream into NZ homes

The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra's second at-home performance will feature a special guest appearance by acclaimed American violinist Shana Douglas from her... Read More