Entertainment

Band And Deliver returns

A hugely successful series of gigs promoting free youth live music gigs last year is returning this month to open the door for more young musicians to pursue their... Read More

Slam poetry category added to Rotorua competition

Rotorua youth can enter a Slam Poetry competition as part of the Annual Rotorua Speech and Drama competition being held on 22-23 June. Since its inception... Read More

$30,000 for NZ Art Show awards

In a gesture of outstanding arts philanthropy, $30,000 in awards, spanning three categories, will be granted to artists at this year's NZ Art Show, highlighting... Read More

Youth Voices Action: launch of YouthFest

The Tauranga Youth Development Team, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to empowering young people in the Bay of Plenty, is thrilled to announce its rebrand... Read More

Guerrilla filmmakers to compete in 48Hours

New Zealand's most thrilling filmmaking competition - Vista Foundation 48Hours - is happening this coming weekend, where creativity meets the clock in the ultimate... Read More

Lotto millions up for grabs on Wednesday

A Tauranga Lotto player and two Rotorua Lotto players will be delighted to learn they have each won $16,948 with Lotto Second Division in Saturday night's live... Read More

Mum directs her kids in CATS The Musical

With Mother's Day upon us, it's a good time to reflect on and appreciate the direction a mother can play in our lives. And let's not forget the family cat. ... Read More

What's on: chilli champs, markets 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 fine day with southerlies. It's... Read More

Tauranga dancers head to the world stage in LA

Tauranga dancers from Space Studios are heading to the World of Dance Competition after spending 120 hours practising over two weeks. 'Space Studios isn't... Read More

Whangamatā youth festival hits council hurdle

A multi-day youth music festival that could attract thousands of people to Whangamatā over Christmas and the new year has received opposition from authorities. Ollie... Read More

Waitaha Reserve closes for upgrades

Work on upgrading a playground and skate park in Welcome Bay is due to begin tomorrow. From Tuesday, May 7, Waitaha Reserve, including the playground and... Read More

Ode to flatulence wins NZ on Air award

The 2024 Children's Music Awards have been announced, with the NZ On Air Best Children's Music Video awarded to a two-minute ode to flatulence. 'Let... Read More