City Life

The biggest, best book fair yet!

The 19th Annual Tauranga Harbour City Lions Book Fair - which launches at Tauranga Racecourse next Friday - had modest beginnings. Think of a street stall peddling... Read More

Police make inquiries after Welcome Bay disorder

Police are making inquiries following a disorder in Welcome Bay overnight. At around 9.40pm on Saturday, Police received multiple reports of a large group... Read More

Couples told: Show WhatsApp to prove marriage

Lawyers say elderly couples married for more than 50 years and applying for visas are being asked to prove their relationship is real with WhatsApp chats. They... Read More

Charity lights path of devotion

Each year a local charity brings colour, connection and compassion to Tauranga through two iconic celebrations. The One Love Charity held its annual Tauranga... Read More

Consent-free granny flats get green light

Legislation this month will soon allow Kiwis to build granny flats up to 70m sq in their backyards without a building consent, unlocking more housing choices... Read More

Unlock the secrets behind closed doors

What secrets lie within the homes you pass each day? The Rotary Club of Tauranga Sunrise invites residents to find out at ‘Behind Closed Doors 2025' on... Read More

Bromeliad lovers ready for vibrant spring sale

The Bay of Plenty Bromeliad Club is preparing for its annual Bromeliad Spring Sale on Saturday, November 8, at Wesley Church Hall, 100 13th Ave, Tauranga. Running... Read More

Students record album the old-school way

Mount Maunganui College students are learning the old school way of recording music as they prepare to release this year's annual album. The 32 Year 9-13... Read More

Holy Trinity: A legacy that continues to evolve

As Holy Trinity Tauranga prepares to celebrate its 150th anniversary this weekend, the parish family is reflecting on a legacy that continues to evolve - from... Read More

Community steps up to raise $80k for charity

The Bay of Plenty community has literally stepped up to support a local charity this month by raising in excess of $80,000 via a walking fundraiser campaign. Good... Read More

ANZ Tauranga branch reopens after car crash

The ANZ Bank's 11th Ave branch has reopened after a car hit the building in Tauranga. Part of the roof was damaged, but an ANZ spokesperson said no staff... Read More

Frightmares: BoP’s spooky sleep stats

As Halloween casts its eerie glow, new research reveals that the Bay of Plenty's most terrifying experiences aren't coming from horror movies - they're happening... Read More