Entertainment

Dance school closes after decades of teaching

A 'sanctuary” for dance students in Tauranga has closed its doors after decades of teaching. The Dance Education Centre in Matua closed at the end of... Read More

Juicy Fest NZ dates cancelled

Controversial RnB summer festival Juicy Fest has cancelled its New Zealand dates, with organisers blaming an alleged 'intentional” effort to stop it... Read More

Factors that affect your drinking experience

With Christmas and New Year coming up, it's time to remind the adults about some key tips when it comes to alcohol so they aren't feeling ill on Boxing Day or... Read More

‘Make It Click' Remix drops for Summer festivals

As summer festivals approach, McDonald's and Kiwi DJ Jess Rhodes are remixing road safety with a modern take on the classic Kiwi anthem ‘Make It Click'. Originally... Read More

Charity drive supports Tauranga Womens' Refuge

A Little Ray of Giving is an annual charity campaign organised by Ray White to give back to the local community at this time of year. Ray White Mount Maunganui... Read More

Juicy Fest NZ dates cancelled

Controversial RnB summer festival Juicy Fest has cancelled its New Zealand dates, with organisers blaming an alleged 'intentional” effort to stop it from... Read More

Guitarist's journey from global stage to classroom

After travelling and performing for audiences worldwide, a Bay of Plenty-born guitarist has returned and wants to give back to his community. Joshua Rogers... Read More

Iconic Mount Nutcracker band up for auction

The iconic life-size Christmas Nutcracker Band display is spending its last Christmas in Mount Maunganui before being auctioned off. The money raised from... Read More

Powerball player wins $23.3 million

A lucky Powerball player from New Plymouth will be over the moon after winning $23.3 million with Powerball First Division in Saturday night's live Lotto draw. The... Read More

Positive singalongs that support the community

When you walk into the mass of colourful ukulele players at Jack Dusty's Ale House on any Monday evening, it's almost impossible to picture the humble beginnings... Read More

What's on: fun, bands, garage sales and Santa

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 northerlies... Read More

Three Lotto players share $1 million

Three lucky Lotto players from Auckland, Napier and Upper Hutt will be feeling fantastic after each winning $333,333 with Lotto First Division in Saturday night's... Read More