City Life

Tauranga seapods boost marine life

Described as first of its kind for New Zealand, newly installed seapods are designed to help encourage new marine life within Tauranga Harbour. Monitored... Read More

Toy library thanks community for new carpet

Katikati Community Toy Library is beginning 2025 on a high - with new carpet throughout its entire facility at Henry Rd - and the committee wants to thank the... Read More

Triumphant victory at surf carnival

Pukehina Surf Rescue celebrated a triumphant victory at the annual Harris Cup Carnival earlier this month. After a 12-year absence, the trophy, named after... Read More

Ō-Rākau battle site returning to tūpuna

The Te Pire mō Ō-Rākau, Te Pae o Maumahara / Ō-Rākau Remembrance Bill passed its third reading at Parliament on Tuesday. The Bill will vest the title to... Read More

Top 10 pet claims for 2024

With the release of the Top 10 claim types for cats and dogs in 2024, pet insurance specialist PD Insurance is highlighting common issues that pet parents should... Read More

Police monitoring Te Puke gang tangi

The tangi and procession of the father of a prominent gang member has the potential to cause traffic issues in the Western Bay of Plenty. In a statement released... Read More

Possible sighting of Phillips and family was not

Police have confirmed the group sighted on State Highway 4 around 8.30am, Sunday, February 16, who were believed to potentially be Tom Phillips and his children,... Read More

Volunteers aid residents in navigating red tape

Thanks to dedicated volunteers, hundreds of Tauranga residents are turning to a free advocacy service for help navigating bureaucracy. The Free Public Advocacy... Read More

High-profile journalists to go in NZME job cuts

A number of high profile senior reporters will leave the New Zealand Herald under its restructure to cut about 30 roles from the newspaper's editorial team. According... Read More

Taupō rider triumphs in national motorbike race

Wil Yeoman has been riding motorbikes and competing in offroad motorbike racing for most of his life. The 19-year-old rider from Taupō recently competed... Read More

Greg Rieger returns to officiate Oceans Festival

For the 24th time in 25 years, Mount Maunganui surf lifesaving official Greg Rieger is preparing to officiate at this year's Oceans Festival. New Zealand's... Read More

What you need to know about Te Matatini 2025

It's one of the biggest events on the calendar for te ao Māori and Te Matatini is back this year, bringing the best of haka and waiata from throughout Aotearoa... Read More