Te Puke Paper Plus Donates 116 Books for Christmas Parcels to Needy Families
Te Puke Paper Plus donates 116 books for The Hub's Christmas parcels to needy families. Store owner plans to expand initiative in 2026.
Katikati Bower Christmas Light Trail Lights Up Summer Nights
Katikati's Bower Christmas Light Trail is transforming community streets into festive displays each evening, with a public vote for the best property.
Christmas in the Junction Brings Festive Magic to Katikati
Katikati's Arts Junction has been transformed into a festive space with movies, music, Santa visits and more, running 15–28 December 2025.
Te Puke Christmas Float Parade Embraces Steampunk Theme
Te Puke Christmas Float Parade draws large crowds with steampunk theme. About 40 floats celebrate festive season in community spectacle.
Katikati Lions Santa Parade and Christmas in the Park Delight Crowds
The Katikati Lions Santa Parade and Christmas in the Park at Moore Park brought festive fun to the community with floats, live music and 'snow' foam play.
Katikati Concert Band to Play Carols at Athenree Homestead
Katikati Concert Band and Waihī Beach Singers perform Christmas carols at Athenree Homestead on Sunday 14 December — a picnic-friendly afternoon for all th
Bower Christmas Light Trail Lights Up the Community
The Bower Christmas Light Trail invites Bay of Plenty whānau to explore festive light displays across the community and vote for their favourite property.
Te Puke celebrates Christmas with Seeka float parade and special guest
Te Puke's Seeka Christmas Float Parade on December 6 features special guest Blayde Arnold, a four-year-old with Emanuel Syndrome, riding with Santa.
Katikati Santa Parade rolls out with decorated wheels competition
The Katikati Lions Santa Parade on December 6 features a new decorated mobility scooter competition alongside the popular Decorated Wheels event for kids.
Te Puke Paper Plus Launches Book Donation Initiative for The Hub
Te Puke Paper Plus owner launches book donation drive to support The Hub's Christmas gift programme for needy families.
Bower Christmas Light Trail Kicks Off 1 December in Katikati
Katikati's Bower Christmas Light Trail launches 1 December 2025 — pick up the trail map and join the community for festive street displays.
Lions Club Calls for Floats Ahead of Katikati Santa Parade
The Lions Club of Katikati wants floats, costumes and community spirit for the 6 December Santa Parade, running from Katikati College to Moore Park at 3pm.
Katikati Christmas Gift Drive Seeks Donations for Local Kids
Katikati Community Centre is collecting new, unwrapped gifts for children aged 0–18 for its fifth annual Christmas Gift Drive. Drop off at Main Rd or Beach
Athenree Homestead Christmas Fair Returns This Sunday
Athenree Homestead's Christmas Fair on Sunday 16 November features 46 stalls, live music, a sausage sizzle and raffles, with proceeds supporting the histor
Bower Christmas Light Trail Registrations Now Open for Tauranga Residents
Registrations for the Bower Christmas Light Trail close 16 November — decorate your home, join the community trail, and go in the draw to win great prizes.