Videos

Christmas Greetings from Simon Bridges

Tauranga MP Simon Bridges wants to wish everyone in his electorate a very merry Christmas. 'I just want to say it's been a great privilege to be your member of... Read More

Nature vs nature at the Mount

There was high drama on Mount Maunganui's main beach during the early hours this morning. Harry and Sophie, two oystercatchers that have been nesting on the main... Read More

Sunrise in a minute with Rosalie

The weather and tides, how many layers of clothing to wear today, a fact about New Zealand history plus a snippet of some exciting events taking place in Tauranga?... Read More

Only two sleeps until Christmas

Only two more sleeps before children and adults alike wake up to enjoy what is forecast to be a fine Christmas Day. People will be rushing around today to get their... Read More

A hazy start to a Tauranga day

A haze that sat over the city this morning is dissipating, making for what looks like to be a fine day. The MetService is forecasting some showers for the region... Read More

Festivities at the Mount

Mount Mainstreet is about to get festive, and Mount Mainstreet manager Ingrid Fleming wants everyone to know. Head over to Mount Mainstreet on Thursday, December... Read More

Wednesday's weather with Rosalie

Today we have fine weather at first. A chance of shower in the evening and a northerly breeze. It's looking sunny for Christmas Day! Check out what's happening... Read More

Oystercatcher watch on the beach

Harry and Sophie are about to become parents, with two eggs waiting to hatch on Mount Main Beach. A section of the beach has been roped off by the Department of... Read More

What’s swimming in the shallows?

If you're heading to Whaler Cove for a dip this summer, be assured the locals are welcoming and ready to party! The rays are ever-present, as usual, and there is... Read More

Good morning from Natalie's garden

This morning we are enjoying the garden of Natalie Bridges, who is a keen gardener. It's looking like a fine day ahead with light winds and sea breezes, followed... Read More

Cruise ship's unscheduled stop

The Crystal Symphony made an unscheduled overnight stop in Tauranga, arriving early Sunday morning. A cyclone warning for Fiji resulted in the decision to leave... Read More

Fuel issues forces emergency landing

Tauranga pilot Colin Loker made the decision to land on Papamoa Beach after experiencing some trouble while in the air. The Tecnam Sierra P2002 was carrying four... Read More