Entertainment

Writing workshop brings community together

More than 100 pen warriors tutored, learned and observed at a recent writing workshop at Paengaroa School. The school holiday event was a great success, with... Read More

Young musicians play to become BOP’s rising star

An afternoon of beautiful music and exceptional talent this Sunday, will see seven young musicians perform with the Bay of Plenty's community orchestra in Tauranga. The... Read More

High-schoolers upcycle fashion fit for a runway

A Katikati College student has taken out Envirohub's Re:Stitched Runway contest for 2025 after placing second last year. Katikati College student Zoe Wallis... Read More

Watch school’s ‘stars’ dance at fundraiser

Twelve people who have never danced on-stage before - including a principal - are set to shine next Saturday as Pillans Point School's 'A Sky Full of Stars”... Read More

Musical theatre star nominated for two Zony Awards

Morgan Kitching, the young star of ‘Legally Blonde - The Musical' has been nominated for two prestigious Zony Awards last week. Kitching is nominated... Read More

Week-long celebrations for Bislama Language Week

The Bislama language of Vanuatu is about to have its very first awareness week in the Bay of Plenty - and the community is ready for week-long celebrations from... Read More

L.A.B and Stan Walker to kick off summer tour

L.A.B and Stan Walker will perform at Tauranga's Wharepai Domain this December as part of their New Zealand and Australia summer tour. The musicians will... Read More

Rare disorder derails BoP footballer’s US dreams

Just three years ago, Whakatāne's Rachel Weatherly was thriving on a football scholarship in the United States. Today, at 23, she's battling a complex and... Read More

Eat Well for Less: How to cut grocery costs

It's no secret that grocery bill prices are soaring, and New Zealanders are struggling to keep up with the cost of living. But according to Eat Well for Less... Read More

New children’s series filmed in Bay of Plenty

A new children's series is giving tamariki the chance to take the pilot's seat, using drone technology to share stories about their identity and whakapapa... Read More

Photo comp celebrates vibrancy of older adults

A Bay of Plenty photography competition and exhibition that kicks ageism to the kerb is back for 2025. The Incubator Creative Hub is thrilled to announce... Read More

A hilarious but thought-provoking comedy…

Once again, Te Puke Repertory delivers! Imagine you are visiting someone dear in a rest home. You find yourself in the company of senior citizens who have earned... Read More