Views & Reviews of everything that's great in the Western Bay of Plenty, New Zealand!

G’day, Kia ora... welcome!
To your independent website for the coastal Bay of Plenty, and its great seaside capital of Tauranga.

Our insider's guide brought to you by long-time locals, covers the central city, the surf mecca of Mount Maunganui, mural town Katikati & the kiwifruit capital of Te Puke.

McLaren Falls Park

About 20 minutes north of Tauranga is one of the region’s finest parks. Idyllic, grassy lakeside picnic spots, interesting short walks and trout fishing.

Read more about McLaren Falls Park  >>>

 

June/July Newsletter

Winter provides a great excuse for eating out –that’s if you feel you need one. Fine dining, French cooking classes and a look at what's on at the Art Gallery.

Read our June/July Newsletter >>>

 

In the Spotlight

Get outdoors this winter (without a big freeze) with a pleasing visit to one of the Western Bay’s numerous hot pools – some of them well off the tourist trails.

This and much more in our latest Spotlight >>> 


Don't Miss...

The Rhythms of Ireland: Baycourt, 2 August

Death and Taxes: 16th Ave Repertory Theatre, 13-28 August

Global Connexions: Baycourt, 14 August

LIBERACE - Live from Heaven: Baycourt, 15 August

Papamoa Surf Life Saving Club Charity Auction: Tauranga Yacht and Powerboat Club, 19 August

Cabaret: Westside Theatre, 20 August-11 September

The Merchant of Venice: Detour Theatre, Village on 17th, 1-18 September

Choka Block: Baycourt, 4 September

 

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News Headlines 29/07

Pak'n'Save Announces Fuel and Grocery Store

Te Puke Man Accused of Abusing Stepson

Rugby World Cup Celebration Ideas Sought

Kiwifruit Industry Compliance Campaign Launched

Locals Rush to Taste Award Winning Pies

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