The South Island's first Rural Training Hub is coming to the West Coast, training more doctors, nurses and midwives for rural NZ communities.
Ōmokoroa's free Doggy Day Out returns on 28 March 2026 with agility competitions, training tips, food stalls and family fun hosted by Western Bay of Plenty
Ōmokoroa artist John East is exhibiting bold acrylic paintings of native NZ birds at Carlton Gallery, The Arts Junction in Katikati.
Te Puke hosts Kids' Kai Trail on April 5, an educational event focused on food resilience, organized by local community groups and featuring hands-on activ
Katikati Toy Library has launched Minikidi, a new weekly play programme for preschoolers and babies, backed by $14,000 of brand-new equipment.
Katikati's Jazz Street Party returns on 28 March 2026 with live music, food trucks, circus acts and family fun along Main St as part of Tauranga's jazz fes
Katikati Volunteer Fire Brigade is hosting a family open day on 29 March to recruit new volunteers and show the community what firefighting involves.
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NZ kiwifruit scientists are sharing their expertise with India following a new trade deal — great news for the global kiwifruit industry and Te Puke growers.
Western Bay Mayor encourages community kindness and support this summer amid economic challenges, looking forward to collaborative progress in 2026.
New Zealand paramedics will soon have prescribing powers for certain medicines, easing pressure on emergency departments nationwide.
New Zealand's updated anti-money laundering identity rules mean fewer hassles for Kiwis and businesses from July 2026. Here's what you need to know.
Te Puke Today is your daily dose of positive news — local-first, from Te Puke and the Bay of Plenty through to Aotearoa New Zealand and the wider world. Free, updated every day, always linked to the source.
Rural Women New Zealand are calling for greater mental health support as wellbeing challenges grow across rural communities. Here's what's being done.
New Zealand's updated anti-money laundering identity rules mean fewer hassles for Kiwis and businesses from July 2026. Here's what you need to know.
PM Christopher Luxon and Australia's Anthony Albanese wrap up their Annual Leaders' Meeting with fresh commitments to cooperation and regional resilience.
Foodstuffs expands facial recognition technology to a fourth Christchurch store, New World Stanmore, boosting safety for shoppers and staff.
Over 1,000 Mexican avocado growers smashed a Guinness World Record with a 15,000-pound bowl of guacamole after a banner harvest season.
The South Island's first Rural Training Hub is coming to the West Coast, training more doctors, nurses and midwives for rural NZ communities.
New Zealand paramedics will soon have prescribing powers for certain medicines, easing pressure on emergency departments nationwide.
Wairarapa MP Mike Butterick's National Party-branded gifts to local schools have stirred conversation among parents and educators across New Zealand.
New Zealand's updated anti-money laundering identity rules mean fewer hassles for Kiwis and businesses from July 2026. Here's what you need to know.