City Life

How John Clark tangled with Hitler

'…. .- .--. .--. -.-- / -… .. .-. - …. -.. .- -.- ' A Morse code birthday blessing for John Daniel Clark - because the wartime Royal... Read More

Katikati Anzac Day parade honours veterans

Every year on April 25 there are opportunities across the country to honour men and women who have served in wars at Anzac Day ceremonies. This year is particularly... Read More

Tauranga marks Anzac Day with special events

Tauranga will be commemorating Anzac Day on Friday, April 25, 2025, with a series of events across the city to honour the bravery and sacrifice of New Zealand's... Read More

Tauranga woman shares top thrift shopping tips

Thrift shopping is rising in popularity as people look for a more sustainable and budget-friendly way to buy clothes. But one thrift shopper says buying secondhand... Read More

Tauranga Lotto players win second division

Fifteen lucky Lotto players, including two from Tauranga, will be celebrating after each winning $22,427 with Lotto second division in Wednesday night's live... Read More

Family-friendly scavenger hunt on two wheels

The 2025 Great K Valley Cycle Adventure, taking place on Sunday, April 27, for the fifth time, is a unique scavenger hunt on two wheels organised by Tauranga... Read More

Fun First Football scoring big with kids

Over 60 kids are set to take part in the final day of a free football holiday programme run by Fun First Football at Oceandowns Reserve on Thursday, April 24. 'It's... Read More

Tauranga: Royal send-off to cruise season

The departure of the Royal Princess on Tuesday, April 15, marked the end of the main cruise ship season for Tauranga this year. Prior to leaving, Tauranga's... Read More

Rotorua Anzac commemorations and road closures

Road closures will take place in Rotorua on Friday as locals and visitors gather to reflect and remember the lives of those who served their country at Anzax... Read More

Pāpāmoa East Interchange to open early

The early opening of the eastbound off-ramp on the Pāpāmoa East Interchange is great news for the local community, says Transport Minister Chris Bishop. 'Construction... Read More

BoP leaders mourn Pope Francis' passing

On reflection, former Bay of Plenty MP and National Party leader Todd Muller said that Pope Francis stood apart in his faith as a humble character. 'He had... Read More

Huge Lotto prize unclaimed four months on

A winning $500,000 Lotto ticket remains unclaimed after almost four months. The ticket was bought at Fresh Choice Pāpāmoa for the draw on New Year's Day. Lotto... Read More