Te Puke News

Te Puke brothers remembered for WWI sacrifice

Thanks to historian Christine Clement, as Anzac Day approaches, we can acknowledge the sacrifice made by two brothers whose names are among those on the memorial... Read More

Nominations open for Te Puke Citizen of the Year

It's all about singing the praises of those who work hard for the community. Creative Te Puke is calling for local people, clubs or groups to nominate locals... Read More

Te Puke hosts free hazardous waste disposal day

Have you got old poisons, pool chemicals or garden sprays lurking in your shed? Registrations are now open for MyHazWaste, a free, organised drop-off day... Read More

Biomechanics Day inspires future scientists

More than 80 high school students from Mount Maunganui College and Te Puke High School took part in Biomechanics Day 2025 at the University of Waikato's Adams... Read More

Picture Perfect Easter Trail postponed

Due to the incoming Cyclone Tam and the need to keep everyone safe, Epic Te Puke has made the decision to postpone the Picture Perfect Easter Trail originally... Read More

Volunteer firefighters seek equal ACC cover

Local fire chiefs are calling for support for a petition that, if successful, could create a significant safety net for volunteer firefighters. Katherine... Read More

Te Puke fire chief reflects on 40 years of service

Te Puke Volunteer Fire Brigade is made up of men and women who drop everything and run when their pagers go off and the fire siren sounds. But who are these... Read More

Kids’ ideas to inspire new mural design

Skater boys and girls may be sliding along a mountainous backdrop chasing cheese balls when Katikati Skate Park gets its makeover. Avocados, skateboards,... Read More

Te Puke students get help with tertiary expenses

Four learners have won Acorn Foundation scholarships, 11 students were granted TECT First-in-Family awards, and 10 students were awarded TECT Returning Student... Read More

Women’s drive night teaches essential car skills

A tyre shop isn't an obvious place for an evening out, but that's just what Bridgestone Tyre Centre Te Puke became recently. 'We like to give back to the... Read More

Te Puke Sports hammer hosts Greerton

In the third week of the 2025 Baywide Rugby Premiership, Te Puke Sports and Greerton Marist clashed in a repeat of last year's final. Te Puke Sports were... Read More

Te Puke man runner-up at excavator contest

Te Puke is now home to the county's second-best excavator operator. John Rohloff placed second at the Civil Contractors New Zealand (CCNZ) CablePrice National... Read More