Te Puke News

Motorcyclists crash on loose gravel in WBOP

'It was like riding on marbles.” That's how a motorcyclist described the state of Old Coach Road in the Western Bay of Plenty the day he and two other... Read More

Conservationist honoured for 50 years of service

A Western Bay of Plenty man has officially been invested as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for his contribution to conservation in Te Puke. Julian... Read More

Te Puke photo exhibition thrives

Despite persistent rain, the Picture Perfect Easter Trail - Photo Exhibition and Event proved to be a resounding success. The event, which was held on April... Read More

Meet the volunteers from the Te Puke fire crew

Te Puke Volunteer Fire Brigade is made up of men and women who drop everything and run when their pagers go off and the fire siren sounds. But who are these... Read More

Teen wicket queen gets top honour

A talented 18-year-old Te Puke cricketer has been named Northern Districts Young Female Player of the Year. Brittany Jenkins was recognised for having her... Read More

Jasleen a link between police and Indian community

As the only female police officer of Indian heritage in the Western Bay of Plenty, Jasleen is an important link between the force and the Te Puke community. After... Read More

New wetland for popular Te Puke park

A new wetland is being developed in Te Puke's Lawrence Oliver Park to improve water quality, support wildlife, reduce flooding and add to the park's recreational... Read More

Kiwifruit heritage hub progresses with new society

It's a case of small steps, but the creation of a Te Puke Kiwifruit Capital of the World Heritage Hub is progressing well. Negotiating to secure a suitable... Read More

Truck and car crash injures three, causes delays

Cars were diverting through a fuel station forecourt after a crash between a truck and a car, a motorist says. Three people were moderately injured in the... Read More

Legends come to life at Pongakawa quiz night

It's one of the most anticipated events on the Te Puke area social calendar that attracts attendees from Paengaroa, Pukehina and from across Tauranga. Pongakawa... Read More

Te Puke brothers remembered for WWI sacrifice

Thanks to historian Christine Clement, as Anzac Day approaches, we can acknowledge the sacrifice made by two brothers whose names are among those on the memorial... Read More

Nominations open for Te Puke Citizen of the Year

It's all about singing the praises of those who work hard for the community. Creative Te Puke is calling for local people, clubs or groups to nominate locals... Read More