The South Island's first Rural Training Hub is coming to the West Coast, training more doctors, nurses and midwives for rural NZ communities.
The Katikati A&P Show delivered a full day of equestrian events, home industries, reptiles, sheep agility and family fun for the whole community.
The Katikati A&P Show's centenary drew big crowds with competitions, wood chopping, live music and colourful community participation across all ages.
Dairy farmer Ross Wilson brings six Clydesdales to Te Puke's A&P Show this Saturday, continuing a multi-generational family farming tradition.
Epic Te Puke launches photo competition showcasing local community, with prizes and public exhibition of winning images on aluminium displays.
Tauranga doula Gaylene Delaney brings her Death Without Debt workshop to Ōmokoroa on 7 March, helping people explore affordable end-of-life options.
Baygold staff mark a decade of giving back with their annual Kick Off Charity Day, supporting Te Puke town cleanup, Kura Kai meals, and forest conservation
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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.