Today we visit some of the jacaranda trees currently putting on a stunning display around Tauranga.

It starts off cloudy today but clears to fine later in the morning.

Check out today in history and remember to wear sun protection.

This afternoon the Lazy-Boy Saloon Car series gets underway at Baypark and the Lion King will be playing at Mount Drury.

To see what else is happening in and around Tauranga today, check out our What's On listings below:

Wednesday 4 January

Baypark Family Speedway

FMX – Lazy-Boy Saloon Car Series Rd 2. www.bayparkspeedway.co.nz

Cards

Do you play crib or would like to learn? Every Weds at Greerton RSA 1pm. Rona 578 7939

Healing Rooms

Experience God's healing touch from Jan 18. No charge, all ages welcome. www.healingrooms.co.nz Change of venue now so please call/txt first. 021 110 0878

More FM Mount McDonalds Beach Dig

At Beach Base, Mount Drury. Free event.

Night Owl Cinema

'The Lion King” at Mount Drury Reserve, Mt Maunganui 6pm. Gold coin donation. Bring own chairs or rugs to sit on.

Settlers' Day Picnic

At Taylors Landing (behind the ANZ Bank), Katikati 11am – 3pm, to celebrate the arrival of the Ulsters to Te Puke & Katikati. Leapfrog, stick pull, hoop roll & more. Free family fun.