Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira.

MetService forecasts showers developing into rain at times during the morning and afternoon, with the potential for heavy downpours, thunderstorms, and hail in the morning. Winds from the northwest.

It's a two-layer day with an expected high of 16 degrees and an overnight low of 11 degrees. High tide is at 9.08am and high tide is at 3.10pm. Sunset is at 5.06pm.

 Kids get creative at Maker Mania, a weekly hands-on craft session held every Saturday. Photo/ supplied

What's on this weekend?

Get ready to roll up your sleeves for Maker Mania, a hands-on adventure where kids can dive into colour, craft, and creativity every Saturday at Tauranga Library. From mixing materials to making masterpieces, tamariki can let their imaginations run wild – and take their creations home too. The popular Pocket-Size-Play series is heading indoors for winter, now hosted in the warm, welcoming space of Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga Library. Free activities run from 10.30am to 12.30pm every Saturday, proudly brought to you by Tauranga City Council with support from Downtown Tauranga.

Lines and Lyrics on Saturday

 Writers gather at Lines and Lyrics, a monthly poetry group at Greerton Library, to share work and connect. Photo/ supplied.

Poets are invited to share words and wisdom from 1.30pm - 3.30pm on Saturday, June 28, at Greerton Library. Whether you’re just starting out or have years of writing behind you, Lines and Lyrics offers a warm, welcoming space to explore your poetry alongside others.These informal but focused monthly sessions are open to all adults interested in sharing their poems, gaining helpful feedback, and connecting with fellow writers. Whatever your style or inspiration, you’ll find encouragement and thoughtful discussion. The group is initially facilitated by Jenny Argante, a creative writing tutor with more than 30 years of experience. Each session is shaped by open exchange, where everyone contributes as equals—listening, learning and growing together.Sessions are held one Saturday a month at Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga City Libraries. Upcoming dates continue monthly through to November.

For more information or to register, contact Jenny Argante at info.redhenbooks@gmail.com.

 Shoppers browse through bargains at the Katikati Lions Garage Sale. 

Katikati Lions Garage Sale on Saturday

Looking for a treasure trove of bargains? Head to the Katikati Lions Garage Sale, held today, Saturday, June 28, and on the fourth Saturday of each month from 9am to 12pm behind the Caltex Service Station on Main Road, Katikati. This popular community event offers a wide range of items including furniture, tools, books, household goods, and more. Eftpos is available for your convenience.

Brave participants take the icy leap at the Pāpāmoa Polar Plunge, celebrating winter with costumes, community spirit, and plenty of laughs. Photo / supplied.

Pāpāmoa Polar Plunge on Sunday

Embrace the chill and dive headfirst into winter on Sunday, June 29, with the iconic Pāpāmoa Polar Plunge, returning with more frost, fun, and fierce costumes than ever before. Whether you're a seasoned plunger or a first-time dipper, this is your chance to make a splash for community spirit and some serious bragging rights. Registration kicks off at 9.15am Sunday, with the big plunge at 10am sharp. Expect live entertainment, food trucks, prizes, and a whole lot of laughter – all under this year’s magical Winter Wonderland theme. For more information click here 

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.

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

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?

Bay Singles Social Group

Join a 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

Laughing Yoga, Arataki 10am
We engage in simple, playful excercises so that laughter becomes easy and accessible. Every Saturday, Arataki Community Centre. Phone Jude 021 02775901, lollaughterwellness@gmail.com

​​​​​​​Tauranga Scottish Society Sequence
Dance 4th Sat monthly 7pm Wesley Church Hall 100 13th Ave $7 incl raffles supper Ph Nola 5765076