City Life

Maintenance works on Tara Road, Pāpāmoa

We're undertaking pre-seal road repairs on Tara Road in Pāpāmoa as part of our annual resurfacing programme, to ensure smoother and safer journeys for people... Read More

Pecking order

When it comes to poultry, 10-year-old Josiah Poynton is quickly becoming an expert. 'I have nine chickens and my favourites are the Exchequer Leghorns. They're... Read More

Tauranga picnic honours legacy of Jimmy Carter

The Friendship Force of Tauranga is hosting a picnic to honour the late Jimmy Carter. On Sunday, January 19, the Friendship Force of Tauranga and the Western... Read More

Veteran collector named top novice

In the world of philately, Jill Nutsford may be an award-winning ‘newbie' but she has almost seven decades of experience under her belt when it comes to... Read More

Roadside support for mental health

With summertime bringing a range of emotions - especially for those facing mental health issues and loneliness - finding someone to speak to can be tricky. But... Read More

What's on: flying, markets, sport and art

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

An impressive air and ground display

Classic Flyers is showcasing rare and impressive aircraft, with air and ground displays at the Classic Flyers Aero Day, this Saturday. Gates open at 9.30am... Read More

Radio station loses 'a very good man'

A 'huge void” has been left at the Historic Village's nostalgic community-based radio station Village Radio with the death of announcer and station manager... Read More

100-year-old Tauranga gardener still digging life

'Apples are much nicer when it is cold. It's the sweetness.” Despite having eaten apples for close to 100 years, Guinevere Rattenbury still loves the... Read More

Warmer weekend ahead with a summer feel for most

MetService is forecasting a warmer weekend ahead, bringing a long-awaited summer feel for most across Aotearoa New Zealand. The settled, mostly dry weather... Read More

Waka ama nationals celebrate culture, connection

Raipoia Brightwell says it is hard to sum up the feeling which was in the air at Lake Karāpiro during the Waka Ama Sprint Nationals in Cambridge. She says... Read More

Indian High Commissioner launches Rotorua garden

A vibrant celebration is set to take place on Wednesday, January 22, at the Hindu Heritage Centre in Rotorua, as the community comes together for two impactful... Read More