Kia Ora Tauranga, Enjoy your day in the Bay! Two big events on today are the Demolition Derby and Christmas in the Park.

If you are wanting a bit of destruction where road rules go out the window, come along to the annual SunLive Demolition Derby at Baypark Speedway at 6.30pm to see all the action.

Our very own sales consultant Aimee-Leigh Brunsdon will be representing the Sun Media team where she swaps her ‘nana car', a 2000 Nissan March, ­for a battered Daihatsu Charade.

The idea of driving around a track smashing into other cars has got Aimee-Leigh quite excited and she says she is ready to win.

'I've been preparing for this my whole life. I'm late for everything so I'm usually racing people on my way to work – within the speed limit of course because I'm not a rule-breaker!

'I also draw my inspiration from Lightning McQueen,” say Aimee-Leigh.

As well as the demolition derby, other classes of racing on the night include sprint cars, super saloons, saloons, stock cars and mini stocks.

Gates open at 5pm with racing starting at 6.30pm. You can come down early and walk through the pits to meet the drivers and see the race cars, or enjoy a buffet meal in the speedway lounge.

The Kidz Zone will be open from 5pm with bouncy castles, face painters and more.

Tickets cost $50.00 for a family (two adults and three children), $20 for adults, $10 for seniors and children age 5-15 years and under 5s attend free. To buy tickets go to: www.bayparkspeedway.co.nz or buy at the gate.

If you're wanting something a bit more appropriate this time of year, there is also Christmas in the Park on today!

The Christmas event, which has a massive line up of performances, is aiming to spread more happiness and cheer through community involvement.

With just a gold coin donation or a non-perishable food item and present donation to enter, locals will be helping out several charities, including Women's refugee, Homes of Hope, Tauranga Food Bank, Sharkti and Good Neighbours.

This year there will be live performances by Avalanche City, Modern Maori quartet, the Randy Matthews band and Ruchter City Rebels.

There will also be activities, such as face painting, a carnival area, bar, Little Big Market, youth area and Santa's grotto with a photo booth.

The Tauranga Christmas in the Park event will be held from 1-8pm at Blake Park on 40 Kawaka Street, Mount Maunganui.

If these events aren't for you, here's a list of SunLive's other options:

Saturday 9 December

At ZEE MARKET ZEE Market is bringing a massive range of unique stalls Saturday. Find that unique gift, try some great food, 169 Elizabeth Street 10am-2pm

Balmoral Kilties Welcomes ladies to join this great sport for fun, friendship & fitness. Age 30+. For more info ph Coach Anita 07 5788996 or 02102576094 evenings.

Bay Networking Singles Club Social activities 55 +. Dining, BBQ's, outings etc. Facebook us on Bay networking Singles Social Group or phone Mary-Anne 0272071690 0r Jonathan 07 5722091

Baypark Family Speedway Demolition Derby & more, gates open 5pm, racing 6:30pm. Or Sunday 10th if rained out. Tickets from ASB Baypark, at the gate or online www.bayparkspeedway.co.nz

Beth El Messianic Family Come celebrate family life with Jews & Gentiles who meet & worship as Yeshua (Jesus) & all the early believers did. 10am Otumoetai Primary. BethEl.org.nz

Blood Brothers Musical Musical presented by Stage Right Trust. Addison Theatre, Baycourt. Check website for times. www.baycourt.co.nz

Carols at the Quarry December 15th 7pm at Te Puna Quarry Park (near Tauranga), $5 per car.

Christmas Dance Te Puke Scottish Society Christmas Dance, Saturday 16 Dec, 7.30-11pm, Greerton Hall, Cameron Rd, Tauranga. Great band, Christmas supper, raffles, Monte Carlo. Ph Valerie 573 7093

Christmas Sequence Dance Mount Maunganui Scottish Society Christmas Sequence Dance, Sat 9th Dec, 7:30pm-10:30pm. Arataki Community Centre, Bayfair, Mt. Maunganui. Great Band, Lovely Supper. Entrance $7. All Welcome. Erica 576 0578

Christmas Social Dance Held on Sat, 9 Dec, Greerton Hall, 7.30pm. BYO drink & nibbles. Great music by Helen Riley. Everyone welcome. Ph 544 2337 or 027 322 1786

Dragon Boating - Womens Give it a Go Paddling Sessions held weekly Mon/Thurs 5:30pm & Sat 7:30am, Sulphur Point. RSVP by Txt Brooke 022 078 2308 for info pack.

FILM NIGHT TALES DESPEREAUX Movie night +6:30pm for the whole family. Free Entry. Hosted by Anglican Community of St Aidan at 53 Te Okuroa Drive Papamoa. Ph Julie 0274 205 375

Gate Pa Junior Tennis Saturdays: 9am 5-8 years, 10am 9-11 years. Thursdays: 4:30pm Intermediate & College ages. Coaching included. Enquiries Graeme 0274 520 600 or web/facebook.

Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Road. 12:45-3pm. Ph Phil Green 549 5344

Katikati Lions Moggies Market Katikati Memorial Hall, Main Road 8am-Noon. Enquiries 549 3589

LOL Laughter Wellness Discover the joy & health benefits of hearty laughter. 11:00-11:45am Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui. Koha. Ph Trish 022 036 6768 Email lollaughterwellness@gmail.com

1. Wednesdays & Thursdays 9am at 6/45 Aviation Ave. New members welcome. Go to www.menzshed.org.nz or Ph Keith Dickson 021 0259 6454

Ocktoberfest Gala/Fun Run Saturday 28th: 9-1. Fun Run rego 8:30, start time 9am. Activities for children and adults, free entertainment, wonderful food, including hangi. Te Puke Baptist Church

Otumoetai Tennis Club Adult Tennis on Saturdays at Bellevue Park, 75 Windsor Road, Bellevue. Start time 1:30pm. Enquiries Fred 544 5088

Page to Stage Dance show by KJ Studios. Today at 11:30am. Addison Theatre, Baycourt. For more info go to www.baycourt.co.nz

Petanque Tga/BOP Club Club Mt Maunganui. Tuesdays & Saturdays 1pm start. All welcome. Try a new sport! Equipment available, all coaching given. Ph Jo Ann 578 3606

Qigong With Michael Classes: Mon 1-2pm (weekly) Whisp Alternative Health Club Shop 24 Piccadilly Arcade, 43 Devonport Rd Sat: 9:30am-10:30am (weekly) Health Quarters 67 Willow St. Bookings 021 735 798 www.michaelgoodhue.com

Rusty Mannequin Sale Quality womens' pre-loved clothing sale. $5-$10. Cash only, 9am-12pm. Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga

Tauranga Friendship Social Club Walks, dinners & outings for the over 50s. Couples & singles all welcome. Barbara 544 7461

Tauranga Rotary Easter Booksale Please donate books, records, Cds, Dvds, Jigsaws & Sheet music for next Rotary Charity Book sale. Ph Anne 543 5350 or Ross 544 0817

Te Puke Branch NZSG Meets 2nd Saturday each month meeting room Te Puke Library 10-12noon. Mark 542 0204

Term 4 Art Classes Adult Art Classes for Term 4 booking now. Clay, paint, stone sculpture, drawing & more. Check out theincubator.co.nz for more information.

The Sociables 30s/40s/50s age group of males & females that meet once a week to dine out or participate in activities & events. Ph: 022 012 0376

The Way Messianic Meetings A community that teaches & practices 'One New Man' principles as outlined in scripture. All ages welcome.10am, Hillier Ctr, Mt Maunganui. Ph 021 0226 3515

Village Radio Museum Community Radio broadcasting nostalgic music & Community Notices seven days on 1368 KHz AM Band. Radio Museum open from 10am. Request line 571 3710.

WANTED Books/CDs/DVDs/Puzzles For Mount Lions & Lioness Clubs Book Fair. Drop-off points or collection ph Pip 543 2175 or Stella 575 0685 or text details to 021 033 0795