Entertainment

Tauranga’s Space Studios aims for global title

Tunnel vision is one way to describe the crew at Space Studios in Tauranga as they prepare for the World Dance Crew Championships. A team of 33 dancers... Read More

Empowering young people living with disabilities

White-water rafting, karaoke nights, cooking classes and bach getaways. These are some of the opportunities young people with intellectual disabilities... Read More

Future jazz stars at youth competition

As hundreds of secondary students visit Tauranga next week for 2025's National Youth Jazz Competition, 18 youngsters will enjoy an 'unforgettable” new... Read More

Strike player wins $1 million

One lucky player from Mangawhai will be in for a treat after winning $1 million with Strike Four in Saturday night's live Lotto draw. The winning ticket was... Read More

Showcase of original talent in Te Puke

Six original plays are being proudly presented by Te Puke Repertory at the third biennial Simply Short Play Festival in Te Puke this month. Festival selection... Read More

Ōtūmoetai's wildlife-friendly backyard event

Ōtūmoetai residents are encouraged to come together and celebrate nature at Ōtūmoetai Primary School on Sunday, April 6. The Envirohub-run event, running... Read More

UK comedian to perform in Tauranga

He poked fun at New Plymouth and called Central Hawke's Bay folk inbred last time he was here, and now controversial British comedian Jimmy Carr has announced... Read More

TV series bringing Broadway to the Bay of Plenty

A new TV series, described as a 'love letter to Tauranga”, is set to bring comedy, drama and music to screens around the country. Happiness is the newest... Read More

10 April Fool’s pranks you may have fallen for

It's the first of the month, the first of April, so keep your wits about you. Today is April Fool's, the annual observation of the day that sees the world... Read More

It’s twilight gala time at Bethlehem!

Bethlehem School will be bulging with activities for young and old on Friday, April 4, when it hosts its Twilight Gala fundraiser from 4pm-7pm. PTA spokesperson... Read More

Hundreds expected at Rotorua’s third Sikh Parade

Picture a procession moving slowly down Fenton St - brightly dyed silk dresses with glitter trimming, turbaned men on motorbikes, warriors riding horseback bearing... Read More

'Game changer': Minecraft showcase for Rotorua

New Zealand has been featured as the first country Minecraft players can explore on a free downloadable map - and Rotorua plays a big part. It comes in... Read More