We are sad to announce the unexpected passing of Sylvia Payton at Tauranga Hospital on 2 May 2026. Sylvia passed peacefully, ...

Armed police descended on Waihī last night after a man allegedly fired a gun, with one shot striking a nearby vehicle.

When ex-tropical Cyclone Vaianu threatened the East Coast this month, a small group of Tauranga volunteers quietly packed ...

Some Tauranga families are taking their loved ones outside the city for cremations because it is cheaper, funeral directors ...

School leaders and families across Tauranga are backing a long-running environmental education programme that is facing an ...

Armed police descended on Waihī last night after a man allegedly fired a gun, with one shot striking a nearby vehicle.

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The Fashion, Floral & Fabulous Night Out fundraiser will be held Thursday, May 7, at the Te Puke Citizens Club with ...

A popular programme helping migrant families better understand New Zealand’s education system is returning to Tauranga this ...

On 2 May 2026, Phyllis passed away peacefully at Arvida Bethlehem Views, Tauranga. Dearly loved wife of Joe (dec’d) and treasured mother and mother-in-law of Gary and Jenny; Colin and Robyn; Mark and ...

Welcome to Katikati Volunteer Fire Brigade’s first column in the Katikati News. As the new fire chief, I want to keep the ...

Horticulture New Zealand is calling for nominations for its 2026 industry awards, which recognise excellence, leadership, ...