Entertainment

Strike player wins $200,000

A lucky Strike player from Northland will be celebrating in style after winning $200,000 with Strike Four in Saturday night's live Lotto draw. The winning Strike... Read More

Community embraces Sikh culture at Turban Day

A cultural showcase held on the Jordan Field at Memorial Park saw over 200 people participate in Turban Day by donning traditional headwear. 'We're showing... Read More

Ōtūmoetai College hits high note

Two bands from Ōtūmoetai College were among the final 10 to perform in the Smokefree Rockquest finals, promising a bright future for Tauranga music. 'It... Read More

What's on: art, turbans, rally cars and horses

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. Showers are expected to develop late this morning,... Read More

Hip hop artist JKING announces first NZ Tour

Australian hip-hop artist JKING has dominated playlists and airwaves with his massive hits, including Cinderella, Unconditionally, Energy and Higher - and now... Read More

Visitors eye Rotorua and BOP for school holidays

Rotorua is in the top three places Kiwis want to visit this school holidays, a Booking.com survey has revealed. And Mount Maunganui is fourth on the online... Read More

NZ fishing season opens October 1

With the 2024/25 fishing season officially starting on Tuesday, October 1, anglers across New Zealand are gearing up for what promises to be a spectacular start. Fish... Read More

Powerball and Strike roll over

Powerball and Strike rolled over on Saturday night, meaning there is a combined prize pool of $13.5 million up for grabs on Wednesday. The Powerball jackpot... Read More

Japanese choir to perform in Tauranga

The Tokyo based Male Voice choir Chor-Farmer will be performing in Tauranga on October 6 as part of their tour to New Zealand and Australia. This will be... Read More

Guide to school holiday fun in Tauranga

From night lights, creative arts, movies, and outdoor activities, Tauranga is brimming with activities for every age and interest these school holidays. Here's... Read More

What's on: Katikati Wig Saturday, markets, art

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 some... Read More

Tauranga artists selected for Te Papa exhibition

The artistic flair, hard work and creative efforts of four local Aquinas College art students have paid off on a national scale. Artwork by Year 11s Nina... Read More