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 cloud increasing throughout the day, with easterlies, and a shower possible this evening.

It's a one-layer clothing day with an expected high of 23 degrees, and an overnight low of 17 degrees. High tide is at 11.57am and low tide is at 6.07pm. Sunset is at 8.19pm.

Are you ready for the storm?

People are being urged to start to prepare as Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle is likely to impact northern parts of New Zealand on Sunday. Today is a good day to prepare, making the most of Saturday's fine weather. GetReady.govt.nz has information regarding how to prepare for a storm.

Things like; make a plan, know where your nearest evacuation centre is, clear gutters and drains, secure lose structures like trampolines or heavy outdoor objects, secure boat moorings, and look after livestock.

People should also have "a grab bag" packed with clothes, medications, phone chargers, cash, copies of important documents and photo ID and other items in case of evacuation. An emergency household plan template can be downloaded here. Once it is finalised it can be printed out for sharing or emailed.

What's on today?

Rev the engines and get ready to relax with this year's VW spectacular ‘Run to the Sun'. A special car meet that gives Volkswagen enthusiasts a chance to show off their ride, Run to the Sun will be at Qualitat European Motors Show'n Shine at Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui, from 10am-2pm today, Saturday, February 11.

Entry to the Show'n Shine is gold coin donation with no Eftpos available. All funds raised will go to this year's nominated charity, Wish4Fish.

After the Show'n Shine, drivers will cruise down Mount Main Street, tooting horns and bringing smiles to Mount locals and visitors, before settling at the Mount Maunganui Campsite for the Show'n Shine awards, pizzas and a movie night.

With two cruise ships docking at Mount Maunganui, a good crowd with good vibes is expected.

Come and watch some of New Zealand's top Shearers shear really fast this evening from 5.30pm at the Te Puna Speed Shear 2023. Click here for more information

The Incubator. Photo: Supplied.

At The Incubator Creative Hub at Tauranga Historic Village, there are many exhibitions, workshops and events happening daily. For more information click here.

For more events visit My Tauranga.

The Mission House at The Elms | Te Papa Tauranga. Photo: Rosalie Liddle Crawford.

The Elms | Te Papa Tauranga in Mission St is open from 10am - 4pm. Come and view the Mission House and gardens. For more information click here

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Tauranga Art Gallery in Willow St. Photo: Supplied.

Take a walk through Tauranga Art Gallery and view the many exhibitions on display there this week. The gallery, in Willow St, is open from 10am - 4pm.

Love public art? CITY ART WALK TAURANGA app is a free to download walking tour of 20 public artworks in Tauranga's city centre. For more information click here

Diana Bomford, Tony Fraser and Hugh Bomford at the Lion and Tusk Museum at Mount Maunganui. Photo: Daniel Hines.

Have you been to the Lion and Tusk Museum yet? It's open today from 10am - 3pm at Unit 4, 14 Portside Dr, Mount Maunganui. Come and see a massive display of Rhodesian military history records and exhibits of uniforms, medals and equipment. Opening hours are 10am – 3pm Thursday to Sunday. For more information click here

What else is on today?

All Clothing $1.00 Vinnies
Storage facility overflowing, all clothing $1.00 at all St Vincent de Paul Stores for all of February! *Exclusions apply

Art in the Park
Original art for sale. Coronation Park, Mt Maunganui. 9am - 4pm. Weather permitting. Tauranga Society of Artists

Bay Singles Social Group
Join bunch of over 50's young singles. Weekend dinners, pot-lucks, occasional outings. Have a go! Ph Delia 027 284 8762, Andrea 021 133 0313

Beth-El Messianic Family
Celebrate Shabbat (Sabbath) as did Messiah Yeshua (Jesus), his disciples and early believers. All welcome. Otumoetai Primary 10am or FaceBook Live 11am. Joel 021 768 043 info@bethel.org.nz

Boules- Petanque
Tauranga COP Club, Social and competitive play. Boules available. Every Saturday, Tuesday, Thursday. New players welcome. Phone Ray 027 756 3565

Dreams Come True!
Presentation and Meditation on making your dreams come true. Feb 11th Saturday 2pm-4pm at Greerton Library. Bookings TEXT 027 446 5357 Free Event.

Hearing Support BOP
Coffee morning support group for those who experience hearing loss. Thursday 16th Feb Arataki Community Centre. Zambuck way. 10:30am - 12pm.

Katikati Moggies Market
Memorial Hall, Main Rd 9am to 12pm Check us out!Stalls this month include: plants/seedlings/artworks/handmade jewellery/candles/preloved clothing+accessories/ handmade cards/painted stones/upcycled furniture/soaps/books/lasercut art, and loads more. E: moggiesmarket21@gmail.com

Katikati Tramping Club
A medium long (7 hours) walk from Franklin Road to Waiorongomai, with return transport arranged. Phone Ian 07 863 7927

Laughter Yoga
Join us for fun and laughter at Arataki Community Centre every Saturday 10am from 11th February onwards. Phone 022 036 6768 or email trish.baars@gmail.com

Otumoetai Tennis Club
Adult tennis. Start 1.30pm. Bellevue Park Windsor Road. (Adjacent to swimming pool). New players & visitors welcome. Ph Victor 027 577 1818 a/hrs

Sabbath Services
Church of God's Love (COG7) meeting Saturday at 70 Pooles Rd, Greerton from 10.30. This Sabbath's sermon: 'Two by Two. www.churchofgodslove.com

St Stephen's Jigsaw Library
Every Saturday 10-12noon. Hire for 2 weeks a variety of 600 puzzles. 100-2000 piece puzzles. Please wear masks. Cnr Brookfield and Highmore Trc.

Tauranga Social Dance Club
Sequence Dancing 7-10pm Sat 11th February Wesley Church Hall 100/13th Ave All Welcome to our 1st Dance for 2023 Ph Jan 576 3455

Waipuna Hospice Superhero Challenge
Honour your hero and make a difference in the community by signing up for the Waipuna Hospice Superhero Challenge. Register at https://2023-superhero-challenge.raisely.com/