Entertainment

Event to celebrate BOP’s disability community

The Disabilities Resource Centre Trust is inviting Bay of Plenty residents to a community event on December 7 to celebrate the International Day of Persons with... Read More

What's on: cupcakes, music vibes and 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 cloudy day, with... Read More

Hot rods rev up for Tauranga's Toy Run

Christmas is nearing, and all through the Bay, sick children with cancer are wondering if they'll receive a gift on Christmas Day. Do not worry, though, because... Read More

Filmmakers seek support for ‘Pākehā’ film

A Tauranga film project is stirring excitement and pride within the local community. Directed by writer-director Mana Hira Davis, and produced by Eddie... Read More

Time for Katikati’s Christmas celebration

Katikati will turn on the fun once again with the return of the much-loved Christmas in the Park next month. Christmas in the Park is an opportunity for local... Read More

Record number of visitors to Pāpāmoa Hills

New additions to Pāpāmoa Hills Cultural Heritage Regional Park is bringing in a record number of visitors. Pāpāmoa Hills Cultural Heritage Regional Park... Read More

Thomas races to more Baypark success

Hamilton Sprint Car racer Daniel Thomas avoided a couple of late race dramas to complete an unbeaten performance at Baypark Speedway on Saturday night. The... Read More

Two BOP players both win Powerball Second Division

Two lucky Lotto players from the Bay of Plenty will be celebrating after each winning $15,971 with Lotto Second Division in Saturday night's live Lotto draw.... Read More

Celebrations underway at Tauranga Diwali Festival

Tauranga is alive with vibrant colour and energy this afternoon as the Tauranga Diwali Festival kicks off at The Historic Village, marking the beginning of an... Read More

Weekend Sun Emerging Artist Award winner

Michelle Clair has been named the winner of The Weekend Sun Emerging Artist Award for 2024, following a competitive selection process at the Bay of Plenty Garden... Read More

What's on: skatepark, live music, 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, but becoming... Read More

Lucky Whakatāne Lotto player wins $33,730

A Lotto player from Whakatāne had luck on their side after winning $20,759 with Lotto Second Division in Wednesday night's live Lotto draw. They also won... Read More