Te Puke News

Expo highlights safety and service opportunities

At the end of the month, it's Te Puke's turn to experience Sirens and Services. The local edition of events being run by Western Bay of Plenty Neighbourhood... Read More

Teacher's journey to dragon boat stardom

Stubborn, determined and a strong competitive streak: traits that have won Fairhaven School teacher Dana Piggott a place at next week's World Dragon Boat Championships... Read More

Te Puke theatre stalwart's triumphant return

Appearing on the Litt Park stage next week will be the final step in a long recovery for Di Leach. Leach is a stalwart of Te Puke Repertory Theatre. She has... Read More

Library offers digital workshops for seniors

People wanting to upskill their digital knowledge will get a chance with a series of workshops at Te Puke Library later this month. The Digital Skills classes... Read More

Farewell to visionary Te Puke marketing manager

In close to a decade, Rebecca Larsen has had quite an impact on Te Puke. Last week was Rebecca's last as EPIC Te Puke marketing manager. Community events,... Read More

Call for candidates in 2025 local elections

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is calling on locals to put their name forward for the 2025 local elections. Nominations are open for mayor, councillors,... Read More

Grandmother on newfound love for orienteering

Trudging through the outdoors on foot or by push-bike and deciphering maps sounds like a weekend of bliss for Lexie Tait McCosh, who loves filling her time with... Read More

Volunteer drive service offers lifeline

A new door-to-door Volunteer Drive Support Service is helping those in and around Te Puke who lack access to reliable transport. The COLAB initiative started... Read More

Quiz night raises $60k for school initiatives

Pongakawa School's annual quiz night has officially cemented its place as a highlight on the community calendar. Held on June 7, the 'Once Upon a Legend”... Read More

Author’s books give children a voice

Helping children express themselves is just one of the goals of a series of books by local author Kiri-Michelle Mohi. The series, christened Real Raw Resources,... Read More

Clinic's mission in revamped health hub

Walk through the doors of the newly refurbished Poutiri Wellness Clinic in Te Puke, and you are going to hear 'yes” way more than you are going to hear... Read More

Theatre stalwart back in the director's chair

Michael Jones may be widely recognised as Te Puke's beloved town crier, but he laughs off the suggestion that he's a local icon. 'I'm just a Te Puke boy who... Read More