Called ‘the funniest farce ever written', Noises Off presents a manic menagerie of itinerant actors rehearsing a flop called Nothing's On. The audience is treated to a hilarious behind-the-scenes...

(Closed: 12-11-2019)

Young surfers from the Bay of Plenty get a chance to ride the waves with one of the world's best surfers Joel Parkinson. Joel is spending time with the surfers ahead of his appearance with pro surfer...

(Closed: 06-11-2019)

In this hilarious female version of The Odd Couple, Olive Madison, like her original male counterpart, is divorced and living in cheerful chaos in her city apartment. At Olive's invitation, the suicidal...

(Closed: 05-11-2019)

  She's taken the world by storm with her smash hit ‘Dance Monkey'. Now, Aussie pop sensation Tones And I is about to hit Kiwi shores – announcing her own all ages headline show at Mount...

(Closed: 30-10-2019)

NoShortcuts Gourmet Chutneys is a small, innovative family business making and distributing hand-crafted, batch-made, premium quality chutneys and relishes. Their delicious selection has received numerous...

(Closed: 29-10-2019)

With now just a week to go before the second Tauranga fishing and Boat Show takes place at the Trustpower Arena Baypark, director Lawrence Daly would like to acknowledge this year's show sponsors, supplier...

(Closed: 29-10-2019)

Sunny days seem to prompt me to think more than usual about the whole concept of ‘saving the planet'. Partly it's seeing the tuis flutter into the olive tree, finding snails once again taking over,...

(Closed: 29-10-2019)

The Bay is becoming a new home for music festivals in New Zealand. Spring Things - on at the Mount's Soper Reserve over Labour Weekend - Bay Dreams and One Love, The Food Wine & Music Festival,...

(Closed: 22-10-2019)

October this year is a tricky time for promoters and bands: the Rugby World Cup messes everything up. It's not as though every single person in the country obsessively watches rugby. But a lot do. And...

(Closed: 15-10-2019)

  The New Zealand Three Tenors are celebrated for their fabulous voices, their camaraderie, banter and fun, and they're coming to Tauranga.   Operatunity is delighted to present The Three...

(Closed: 15-10-2019)

    The Bay of Plenty Home Show is coming to Trustpower Baypark Stadium on October 18-20 and there'll be something for everyone.   This week's Weekend Sun contains a special edition...

(Closed: 15-10-2019)

One of New Zealand's most respected and successful reggae acts, House of Shem, returns with new music and a tour - a tribute to the band's founder, the legendary Carl Perkins. Playing in Mount Maunganui...

(Closed: 09-10-2019)

Cathedral Cove Naturals new Body Balance Coconut Yoghurts are deliciously nourishing, and full of prebiotics and probiotics to support good gut health to reinvigorate the body from within. They are made...

(Closed: 01-10-2019)

Ben Harper and The Innocent Criminals will return to New Zealand early next year for a five-date tour. The renowned American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, and his band, will play Bowl of...

(Closed: 26-09-2019)

American rap superstar Tyga will headline a star-studded cast of local hip hop talent for the Hip Hop in the Park in Mount Maunganui. Hip Hop in the Park will be held at Soper Reserve on Wednesday October...

(Closed: 18-09-2019)

The NZMCA Motorhome, Caravan & Leisure Show is shaping up to be the biggest ever, with more exhibitors, more outside sites, more external marquees, more great deals. There is simply more of everything!   Event...

(Closed: 17-09-2019)

 Join Zirka Circus on its 10 years anniversary Tour with a brand new show called ‘Into the Future'. This show will bring a whole new level of entertainment to town. Performing arts, theatre...

(Closed: 17-09-2019)

A national search is on for young Kiwi gardeners who have a passion for plants and dig gardening. The Yates Budding Young Gardener competition opens on September 1 and is for children aged 5-15, with...

(Closed: 10-09-2019)

Don't miss this stunning concert from Scholars Baroque Aotearoa with Jubilate Ensemble performing Purcell's ‘Come, ye sons of art' and Handel's ‘Te deum and Jubilate'.  Both of these...

(Closed: 10-09-2019)

The Mountain Film Festival is making its way to the Bay of Plenty again this year, making it the fifth year running. Tauranga Mountain Film Festival organiser Richard Watson says they festival is brought...

(Closed: 03-09-2019)

Breadman is the only one hundred per cent vegan bakery in New Zealand. Everything the bakery makes is certified vegan plus all the organic ingredients used in their breads are grown within 100 kilometres...

(Closed: 03-09-2019)

Breadman is the only one hundred per cent vegan bakery in New Zealand. Everything the bakery makes is certified vegan plus all the organic ingredients used in their breads are grown within 100 kilometres...

(Closed: 03-09-2019)

Detour Theatre proudly presents the Agatha Christie classic murder mystery – ‘Murder on the Links'. Holidaying in France, Poirot finds himself investigating the brutal murder of a wealthy...

(Closed: 27-08-2019)

Last Legs is a black comedy with sex, death and politics, set in the upmarket retirement community. The 16th Ave Theatre presents Last Legs by Roger Hall, directed by Julie Lankshear, from September...

(Closed: 27-08-2019)

Operatunity is delighted to present some of the most celebrated and iconic Kiwi entertainers in one show. The Iconic Kiwis show will feature fiddle player extraordinaire Marian Burns with her award...

(Closed: 20-08-2019)

Kiwi band Sons of Zion are currently are heading to Tauranga this weekend as part of their nationwide tour. The Come Home Tour has the band touring around New Zealand during August, with the tour already...

(Closed: 08-08-2019)

He's got plenty of experience dealing with creepy crawlies and asking questions, and once again resident ‘bug man' Ruud Kleinpaste will be hosting the Bay of Plenty Garden and Arts Festival lead-up...

(Closed: 07-08-2019)

Time to celebrate, boogie-lovers - Jan Preston is coming to town! Or should I say, Jan Preston is coming back to town, since the woman they call Australia's Queen of Boogie Piano has a long and strong...

(Closed: 06-08-2019)

Solo pianist Chris Greenslade is a New Zealander and was a student of leading pianist Bruce Greenfield. He went on to complete his honours degree in performance with Richard Mapp at the Wellington Conservatorium...

(Closed: 30-07-2019)

Steamed mirrors, condensation on walls and ceilings, slippery floors and mould are year-round annoying home issues caused by shower steam, which can add significant costs to house upkeep. Showerdome...

(Closed: 16-07-2019)