Entertainment

It’s play time at Minikidi

Preschoolers are invited to attend a new regular playtime activity in Katikati, which has finally come to life inside the community's toy library facility. Katikati... Read More

Devilskin announces Re-Evolution Tour

Phenomenal multi-platinum rockers Devilskin are set to ignite stages across the Bay of Plenty and New Zealand as they embark on a massive winter tour. With... Read More

A show of cute and character-filled flowers

Not all orchids are large plants with big showy flowers. And it is the smaller varieties that are the domain of grower and enthusiast Wilma Fitzgibbons. Fitzgibbons... Read More

What's on: Penguin walk, stock cars and skating

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, but with... Read More

Fundraiser gig for Te Puke Country Music club

Te Puke Country Music Club's annual awards are among the most popular in New Zealand. But the club needs money to host the awards and on Sunday, March 30,... Read More

Future firefighters and staff sought at fun day

Have you got what it takes to be a firefighter? If you want to give back to your community, you probably do. Katikati Volunteer Fire Brigade is having a family... Read More

Outstanding series of Baycourt jazz concerts

As well as a poignant tribute to jazz icon Rodger Fox, there will be new people, new music and exciting international acts to enjoy at this year's Port of Tauranga... Read More

Movie night fundraiser for mum's cancer treatment

Friends and parents of a Te Puke school family have banded together to run a movie night fundraiser for one of their own facing adversity. Te Puke woman Sarena... Read More

Island Vibes in the Bay

It's the closest you'll get to having a Cook Islands holiday without getting on a plane. For the first time, the annual Flavour of Plenty is giving locals the... Read More

24 eateries vie for top spot in Plates of Plenty

Food lovers are encouraged to sample unique creations at 24 eateries taking part in this year's Plates of Plenty Challenge in the Coastal Bay of Plenty. The... Read More

Call for ticketing changes after festival failure

There's a call for laws to be introduced requiring ticket sellers for big events to hold punters' cash in trust, so we don't see a repeat of fans'... Read More

Celebrating award winners in our community

On Thursday night, dedicated community groups and volunteers were recognised at the 2025 Western Bay Community Awards. Hosted at Holy Trinity Tauranga the... Read More