Entertainment

Talented youngsters off to represent their region

This week 180 talented youngsters from four primary and intermediate schools are packing their new costumes and travel uniforms to compete in the national schools... Read More

Teens collaborate for first ‘metal fusion’

Three metalcore bands from high schools in Tauranga - who all made it to 2023's Smokefree Rockquest finals - are collaborating in a ‘first of its kind'... Read More

What's on - cultural event, concert, celebration

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. Weather today for the Bay of Plenty is expected... Read More

Summer Concert announces 20224 line-up

A mega line up of international artists is being announced for the Summer Concert Tour 2024. Four amazing international artists - Simple Minds, Texas, Collective... Read More

Summer festival kicks-off in Waihī Beach

The annual Anzac Bay/Waipaopao Summer Kick-off Festival is heading back to Waihī Beach on Saturday, December 2. People are invited to slide into summer with... Read More

IYSFF NZ top 16 finalists revealed

Astonishing tales of love, loss, and regret, an artist's unwavering sacrifice for their magnum opus, a vengeful bride seeking justice, and a mysterious,... Read More

Small wins big for Tauranga artist

It's a tiny slice of Australia, the Trephina Gorge Nature Park, located 85km east of Alice Springs. Renowned for 1700 hectares of sheer quartzite cliffs and... Read More

A quiz is the answer

Who said: 'I never forget a face, but in your case I will be glad to make an exception”? This is just one of the questions put up at a fundraiser involving... Read More

Powerball Player wins $6 million

A lucky Powerball player from Napier will be celebrating after winning $6 million with Powerball First Division in Saturday night's live Lotto... Read More

Plenty to do at Tauranga Arts Festival

Tauranga Arts Festival is holding family and community close to its heart, celebrating both with some special shows. The entire whānau can enjoy a free,... Read More

Intrigue and surprise ‘Behind Closed Doors’

What mysteries lie veiled from discovery behind a home's door? Most will never know the secrets existing within, but you just might… Rotary Club of... Read More

What's on - sailing, bricks and Fijian celebration

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. The weather forecast is partly cloudy with a... Read More