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Month: July 2025

Debating the Regulatory Standards Bill: A Clash of Ideologies

The Regulatory Standards Bill, championed by ACT Party leader David Seymour, is currently under intense scrutiny, sparking passionate debate among

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Michael Jones: From Town Crier to Director’s Chair, a Te Puke Legend Returns to the Stage

Michael Jones, affectionately known as Te Puke’s former town crier, modestly dismisses the idea of being a local icon. “I’m

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From the Shadows to the Spotlight: Di Leach’s Triumphant Return to Te Puke Stage

TE PUKE, Bay of Plenty – For many, the bright lights of the stage represent a thrilling escape, a place

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Welcome Spring with a Food Forest Plant Swap!

Join Us! Get ready to embrace spring by joining us for a food forest plant swap! This is a fantastic

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Community Planting Day Transforms Lawrence Oliver Park

A significant community effort is set to transform a northern section of Lawrence Oliver Park into a thriving wetland, with

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Te Puke’s Community Catalyst: A Decade of Transformation and Innovation Concludes

For nearly ten years, a quiet force has been meticulously reshaping the heart and soul of Te Puke, Bay of

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From Kiwifruit to Jackfruit: French’s Farm Blooms as Te Puke’s Tropical Paradise

Just a stone’s throw from Waitangi, nestled on the verdant fringes of Te Puke, lies a true local treasure: French’s

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Cultivating the Future: Te Puke’s Community Collaboration Nurtures Young Green Thumbs

In the vibrant community of Te Puke, a truly special initiative is blossoming, fostering a remarkable surge of enthusiasm among

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Ditch the Screens, Discover the Wild: ‘Kids Unplugged’ Inspires Kiwi Tamariki Outdoors

In an increasingly digital world, a refreshing new initiative from Aotearoa is inspiring children to trade screen time for nature’s

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