Podcasts about Tauranga

The government is investing $8 million in community programmes using sport and physical activity to reduce youth offending. Tauranga's surfing programme, Live for More works with 16 to 25 year olds who are on the wrong track. Its founder and executive director Krista Dixon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

A Bay of Plenty family is desperate to get back two emotional support dogs they fear have been stolen from their farm for breeding. The pure bred blue english Staffordshire bull terriers went missing on Tuesday from Glue Pot road in Oropi near Tauranga. Owner, Amanda Hacche, says the dogs are more than pets. She spoke with Lisa Owen.

The Government's hoping a youth programme funding boost will help keep kids on the straight and narrow. It's confirmed an $8 million cash injection to support troubled young people through sport and physical activity. Sports and Police Minister Mark Mitchell told Francesca Rudkin it will reach a wide range of kids, including some already inside youth justice facilities. He says they're using trusted community organisations like Champions Initiative boxing group, Blue Light, and Tauranga-based Live for More. Mitchell says wants to provide more funding down the track. He says it's about providing the best role models, and getting more youth engaged in sport, which can transform lives. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As far as Budgets in economically precarious times go, I thought it was a pretty good one. And save yourself the 20 cents, anonymous texter. I can see you typing from here. "Well, you would say that, Tokyo Rose, wouldn't you?" Well yes, come on, be fair though – what on Earth were they supposed to do? We were warned that there would be very little money to spend. The Government resisted throwing lollies, instant sugar hits to voters and did concentrate on spending what money there is where it will get the most returns. Not on policies like Fees Free third year of education for tertiary students, which was not delivering on the metrics, but on things like capital works that have been sorely, sorely needed for so many years and will provide pipelines of work for years to come. So there'll be jobs, there'll be increased spending and there'll be necessary upgrades that so many communities have been waiting for, like the new 158 bed tower block at Whangārei Hospital, plans for a new hospital in Drury for the South Auckland population, the Cambridge to Piarere expressway, redevelopment programs for Tauranga, Palmerston North and Hawke's Bay hospitals, the rail network investment program, building 232 new classrooms across the country, new police stations in Greymouth and Whanganui, 2,250 additional social houses, new courthouses in Rotorua. You cannot argue that this is a poor use of what money there is. It feeds into the Keynesian school of economic thought, which I've always thought was really sensible and I don't think any other better alternatives exist, that during tough economic times, consumers and businesses will typically hoard cash and spend less. So, the theory argues, Governments should then step in and break that cycle because once you close everything down, it just gets worse. You can't make consumers and businesses spend money, but governments can. So they fund public works and infrastructure, the sort of sensible kind of spending, the long-term spending, spending with a long-term outcome. It will create jobs by doing that, inject money directly into the economy and provide the sort of capital infrastructure that the country so desperately needs. And the workers who work on these projects spend their money on goods and services and that creates jobs and income for others. It's called the multiplier effect – it brings an economy out of a slump. And I think that's what we've been asking for and arguing for a while, isn't it? The tax cuts, not so much, but that's okay, that was back then. So, you know, we'll draw a veil over that. But this kind of spending where you're spending on works that have to be done. There are no ifs or maybe one days or these are not nice to haves, these are essential works that need to be done. I thought it was, as far as Budgets in tough times go, I thought it was a pretty good Budget. I'd very much like to get your feedback on this. I thought the that old school style of reporting of “there was nothing in it for you, was there?”, to the beneficiaries and to the state housing tenants and the “what about me's”, is lazy. I think that's really lazy reporting. You have to look at the bigger picture and you have to have an expectation that when people are on benefits, it doesn't mean they might have lost their job or they might have lost their ability to work for a time, doesn't mean they've lost their minds or their brains. They can understand too that you've got to fix the economy, it's got to improve, it's got to get better before their chances of finding work improve. And if they're unable to work, you know, they're going to get improved services and improved benefits if we are financially prosperous, if we're in a position to spend extra money. We're not in that position right now and it's going to take a few more years yet. For the first time, I felt a little bit of hope. A little bit of hope that you could actually see the light at the end of the tunnel and it's not the train bearing down upon you. There is a way out. It was sensible spending for the most part. I'd give it an eight out of ten, but I'd love to hear from you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to an inspiring message from Ps Katie Milgate as we celebrate Pentecost Sunday.To find out more about LIFE, visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lifenz.org

The Auckland Tuatara have had a strong start to the NZNBL season. They're currently sitting second on the table, and will be wanting to continue their winning ways when they take on the last-placed Tauranga Whai later tonight. Centre for the team, Chris Johnson joined D'Arcy to preview the game and discuss the differences between the NZ game and the US one. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are diving deep into a massive local issue that could break the back of New Zealand's business. A local tribe in Tauranga is demanding up to half a billion dollars in compensation over the expansion of the Port of Tauranga. Duncan chats with Regional Development Minister Shane Jones about whether national infrastructure is being held to ransom and what this means for our economy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shock in Tauranga at plans to close two local libraries on a Sunday, and Twizel could soon be the home to the largest collection of earth moving machinery in the country.

Kaitlyn discusses the close of a long-running pub in Tauranga's CBD, levels of immigration scepticism in the Bay of Plenty, three historic caves are permanently sealed due to vandalism and the first dedicated pickle ball venue in Bay of Plenty opens in Tauranga

Listen to a challenging message from Ps Katie Milgate as we enter Week 5 of the ‘Tear Down the Idols' series.To find out more about LIFE, visit us at ⁠⁠lifenz.org

The success of a one-off train service between Auckland and Tauranga has some calling for a permanent link. Heidi Hughes was one of the driving forces behind getting the train on the tracks. She spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

It's time for Mayoral minutes, where we speak with a local mayor about the challenges they're facing, how they're working to solve them and what makes their community special. This week we're heading to the Tauranga, from where Mayor Mahe Drysdale joins Jesse.

Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale's accepted the Government's three-month challenge in order to control the region's local government destiny. Councils have been given a few months to come up with amalgamation plans or face having to do it under the Government's system. Drysdale told Ryan Bridge efficiency can be achieved better, and they've been elected by their communities to make decisions, so that's what they'll do. He says the challenge will be convincing the community it's a good idea in three months, but it's an opportunity they need to grasp. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A council operated crematorium is being called out over its charging, with families taking their loved ones a hundred kilometres away for the service to be carried out. Tauranga City Council runs the only crematorium in the city and charges $979 for an adult cremation. That's compared to $695 in neighbouring Hamilton and $630 charged in Rotorua. Crematoriums run by Auckland Council charge $750. Funeral director Carla Turner runs several funeral homes and calls Tauranga's charges a rip off. Turner spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Air New Zealand's cutting another set of flights on top of its already stretched network. On top of cancellations across May and June announced last month, the airline's now axing further flights across July, citing rising jet fuel costs. It says this will impact around 2% of passengers travelling nationwide. Airports Association Chief Executive Billie Moore told Mike Hosking when you break down this number regionally, it could be up to 20% of seats being cut in some places. She says it'll be broader than just Nelson and Tauranga and will be a case of piecing all the cuts together. Moore told Hosking it's hurting a bit more over here as the network had been shrinking already. She says most countries have been growing their networks while ours has been declining, so it's cuts on top of cuts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grassroots rugby clubs are losing players to league, driven not just by the game itself but by stronger development pathways and active scouting at youth level. Linda Brown has been a volunteer for Te Puna Rugby Club in Tauranga for over 20 years, and spoke to John Campbell.

Listen to a challenging message from Ps Luke de Jong (Senior Leader) as we enter Week 3 of the ‘Tear Down the Idols' series.To find out more about LIFE, visit us at lifenz.org

ON TODAYS SHOW: Happy Air Flava Magic Round Day, huge congrats to our lucky winners Rach & Steven from Tauranga who will be joining the team in Brisbane. Charlie's back from his big Hollywood part, how did it go? Plus, Azura shares what happen at her singles bingo night. For more, follow our socials: Instagram Facebook TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some locals in Mount Maunganui are calling for clarity about when Mauao will reopen. Mayor of Tauranga, Mahé Drysdale spoke to John Campbell.

A tornado ripped through a small pocket of houses in Tauranga in the early hours of Sunday morning. Mellanee Kendrick was lying in her bed when the tornado blew out her windows. Mellanee spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Kaitlyn talks to Kathryn about the clean up after Cyclone Vaianu, the kiwifruit orchard in Tauranga being cleared for a housing sub-division, an award winning Tauranga barber who has been changing lives along with cutting hair and the historic stagecoach photo being reimagined as a painting for the Te Puke RSA

Today on the Show, Jerry and Manaia discuss the recent interception in Tauranga of 48kg of cocaine and the maths that went with it... Plus, it's Tuesday so Lame Claims to Fame is on! Follow The Hauraki Breakfast Show on Instagram Subscribe to the podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Featuring Jeremy Wells and Manaia Stewart, "The Hauraki Breakfast" a radio show like no other weekdays from 6am on Radio Hauraki. Guaranteed to teach you bad new habits, raise your eyebrows, and make you smirk on a regular basis. News, sport & music that rocks! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's no surprise regional flights are some of the first on the chopping block for Air New Zealand. The airline says rising jet fuel prices are making it cut about four percent of flights, including many for Tauranga and Nelson. Affected customers will be told this week - and most put on same-day alternative flights. It axed more than a thousand flights in March. Airports Association chief executive, Billie Moore, says it's not just about reducing fuel costs. "One return flight to New York, for instance, would use the same amount of fuel as 170 return flights to New Plymouth. So this is about broad commercial optimisation." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to a powerful message of hope from Ps Katie Milgate (LIFE Tauranga Campus Pastor) as she speaks on Resurrection Sunday!To find out more about LIFE, visit us at lifenz.org

Chris Luxon says the Government's proposed LNG important terminal in Taranaki will only proceed if it makes commercial sense. A procurement process was announced last month, with the Government due to make a decision on whether to proceed around the middle of the year. Newstalk ZB understands multiple ministers privately admit high gas prices might lead Cabinet to walk away from the project. The Prime Minister told Mike Hosking that the Government will seriously consider the options put on the table. He says he genuinely wants to make sure the business case is right - and if there's a good business case they'll do it, and if there isn't, they won't. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Councils in regions regularly threatened by floods have invested in an innovative, locally-made tool to help protect them and are encouraging others to do the same. They say the ARK flood barrier - a temporary, reusable dam - can be rolled out quickly in the midst of a disaster, an attractive alternative to heaving heavy sacks of sand. The Tauranga manufacturers say it's got potential to save homes, businesses and critical infrastructure across the motu. Lauren Crimp reports.

An update on the situation in the Middle East with Frank Gardner from the BBC; An Auckland café owner is preparing for Covid-19 level disruption due to fuel price increases and supply concerns; Discussions are underway over potential learning from home due to fuel cost and supply concerns; : Tauranga port boss discusses impact of increasing fuel prices; Google and Meta found guilty in US trial

The country's main export hub says it's starting to see signs of the impact of higher fuel prices. Port of Tauranga chief executive Leonard Sampson spoke to Corin Dann.

Kia Ora Blood Bowl fans!We're back once again. Talking about High Elves...once again. But we have more info this time!!Sadly, no friends of the show this episode. Just the same old voices. So sit back and listen to Trickey, Welshy and Toffer waffle on about Prince Morons favourite friends as the new Helf stats have been released (well mostly).We also discuss a few recent tournaments from your friends and ours in Palmy and The Hawkes Bay. We look ahead to Blitz Bowl in Tauranga and find out about which leagues are already up and running and which ones need to get a move on and get started. What has Mushoomy been up to across the Tasman?May your next dice roll be a good one!If you are not already on discord, come and join us on the NZBB Discord server here - https://tinyurl.com/joinNZBBC and please visit the NZ Blood Bowl Community FB page here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/NZBBC/ If you are not already on discord, come and join us on the NZBB Discord server here - https://tinyurl.com/joinNZBBC and please visit the NZ Blood Bowl Community FB page here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/NZBBC/ Intro music adapted from Bensound.com. Cheers Bensound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Now we've got to talk about Winston. If you hadn't noticed yet - or maybe you didn't believe it - take a look at Winston Peters' State of the Nation speech yesterday and you'll see the proof that this election is shaping up to be New Zealand First's election. More than a thousand people turned up in Tauranga to hear him speak. They even had to use two overflow rooms. Compare that with the same speech last election, which was held in a church with a capacity of just 100. More importantly, New Zealand First used the event to announce they've recruited Alfred Ngaro, the former National Party MP. Now, it was a bit of a running joke in the crowd that they didn't know who Alfred was - but commentators do. And I think most of us can see this for what it is: the recruitment of an incredibly well-liked former National MP with a strong Christian faith. That won't offend Winston's older voters - in fact, it's likely to appeal to many of them. More significantly, it's a signal of what's happening and what could accelerate as we get closer to the election: New Zealand First stealing National's territory. In this case, it's an MP. As the election nears, it could be votes. I count among my friends two people who used to be part of National's parliamentary team. Both are now likely to vote for New Zealand First at this election because they're conservatives - and Winston is positioning New Zealand First as the home of conservatism. This cost-of-living crisis - now also a fuel crisis - is going to play straight into his hands. He'll go hard on smashing the power companies to bring down prices, something National has failed to do. He'll argue for New Zealand retaining ownership of state assets, a position that resonates more now than ever Just think about the Marsden Point oil refinery and you'll see what I mean. He'll choose mining over climate concerns, which will appeal to working-class voters. Everything is lining up for him to significantly lift his vote. Keep an eye on the polling. He's already sitting at more than 10 percent. If things continue the way they're going - with the fuel crisis squeezing the economy and Chris Luxon unable to fire the National Party up - that 10 percent could, in my view, become 15 percent by election time. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Winston Peters has announced New Zealand First will campaign on splitting up the gentailers. Political reporter Lillian Hanly reports.

A prediction that the New Zealand First leader will be feeling confident heading into a set-piece speech today. Winston Peters will be giving his State of the Nation address in Tauranga today. Newstalk ZB political reporter Ethan Griffiths says we can expect a policy and an election announcement this afternoon - and that the state of the polls will be giving Peters a boost. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NZ transport agency Waka Kotahi has started public consultation over a new road in Northland, and already some of you are fuming. The proposed new stretch of motorway is between Warkworth and Te Hana, it'll be the first section of the Northland Corridor and is considered a Road of National Significance. And to make it happen - it might need to be a toll road. Currently there are three toll roads in New Zealand, the Northern Gateway Toll Road north of Auckland, and in Tauranga the Eastern Link Toll Road and the Takitimu Drive Toll Road. To explain what roads qualify for tolls and how the price is decided, Jesse is joined by NZTA National Manager of System Design Jess Andrew.

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think.Is it finally getting easier to buy a house in New Zealand? In Episode 6 of New Zealand Property Insights, Paul and Debbie Roberts unpack the latest data showing housing affordability is at its best level in nearly a decade. Plus, they issue a massive warning about a deceptive "get-rich-quick" scheme making a comeback in the real estate market.In this episode, Paul and Debbie cover:The Affordability Equation: Why the "handbrake is off" for the property market. We break down the latest Cotality data showing it now takes an average of 9.6 years to save a deposit, down from the peak of 13.4 years. Wellington is currently the most affordable main centre with a 6.4 value-to-income ratio, while Tauranga remains the least affordable at 8.5.The Property Flipping Trap: A serious warning for both buyers and sellers. We expose the "contemporaneous settlement" tactics used by unlicensed property traders and "gurus" to make quick profits off unwitting vendors. We explain why these schemes leave everyday Kiwis at risk of losing their deposits or facing massive tax bills from the IRD.The Rental Squeeze: Tenant demand is surging, with rental enquiries up 35.5% in February. However, rents are barely budging—with Auckland up just 0.7% and Wellington actually falling by 7.4% year-on-year. We explain why we are in a highly price-sensitive renter's market and why landlords need to prioritise tenant retention over rent hikes.Whether you are looking to buy your first home, expand your portfolio, or just want to ensure your current rentals are protected, this episode provides the factual, evidence-based insights you need.Resource Links:

"It's been three years since I was last in Tauranga and it's so uplifting to see cranes in the sky, the glossy sheen of brand-new buildings, and the civic centre's sure-footed makeover taking shape. Fresh and inviting public spaces are continuing to unfurl across the Te Papa peninsula and waterfront. After paying my regards to the delightful Hairy Maclary and friends sculptures adorning the fabulously enticing children's playground on Tauranga's waterfront in a story book setting, I checked out The Strand Reserve and waterfront boardwalk. It has immeasurably enhanced the city centre's sense of connection with Tauranga Harbour. There's a great new sense of art-filled vitality sprouting in the city centre. A starring specimen in Red Square is the stunning public sculpture called Rauhea." Read Mike's full article. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thad Taylor, Paul Maoate and Stephen Hunt preview Japan Trophy Day at Tauranga, as well as Whanganui.

If you have a other travel story you'd like to share on Heading Off - then get in touch on 2101 or Jesse@afternoons.co.nz Today we're chatting to Chris Watson from Tauranga, about his road trip along the length of Africa.

Listen to a powerful message of hope from Ps Katie Milgate (LIFE Tauranga Campus Pastor). Discipleship Groups are central to what we do here at LIFE - we believe there is true discipleship, community and joy to be found in mid-week gatherings.To find out more about LIFE, visit us at lifenz.org

Two dog attacks in as many weeks has put dog control laws back in the spotlight. Mihiata Te Rore was killed by three dogs while visiting a property in the Northland settlement of Kaihu. A few days later a father was seriously injured while protecting his son from a dog attack at a property they were visiting in Christchurch. In a small seaside settlement on the outskirts of Tauranga, the residents have been wrestling with an increasing number of aggressive dogs for years. Reporter Natalie Akoorie went on a walkabout.

Listen to a powerful message of hope from Ps Logan Stewart (LIFE Tauranga Campus Pastor).To find out more about LIFE, visit us at lifenz.org

This story deals with suicide and mental health. The parents of a Tauranga teenager who took her own life are calling for improvements to the country's mental health system. 16-year-old Maddie Hall died in March 2023, almost three years after she was first taken to hospital. Timothy Brown reports.

Tauranga teen Sam Ruthe shocks the world with a new indoor mile record for a New Zealander. The Super Rugby season is two weeks away from kick off, as uncertainty around who the All Blacks coach will be continues.

Last week, following weather warnings and torrential rain, slips across the Coromandel and  Bay of Plenty wreaked havoc, cutting off communities, damaging houses, and worst of all, taking lives. At the base of Mauoa, Mount Maunganui, a slip hit a council-owned campsite, claiming six lives and now eyes are turning towards how a tragedy like this could be prevented in future. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon was among the world leaders offered membership on Trump's post conflict government body, the board of peace. The board has received scathing criticism for including people under investigation for war crimes and failing to have a representative voice for the Palestinian people. Luxon has, in turn, received criticism for not ruling out the invitation. Finally, the New Zealand Defence Force has begun to incorporate uncrewed vehicles and drones as it moves into a new era of increased defence spending For our weekly catchup with the Green Party, Wire host Manny spoke with MP Ricardo Menéndez March about Luxons refusal to rule out joining Trump's board of peace, and the New Zealand Defence Forces incorporation of drones but began with asking him about the fatal slip in Tauranga,  

This week on the Wednesday Wire... For our weekly catchup w/ the Green Party, Wire host Manny spoke with MP Ricardo Menéndez March about the fatal slip in Tauranga, Luxons refusal to rule out joining Trumps board of peace, and the New Zealand Defence Forces incorporation of drones. Producer Flo spoke to Dr John Battersby, senior fellow for the center for defence and security studies at Massey University about current global security, the practical absence of an international rule based order and implications of US foreign policy on New Zealand. Then Manny spoke to the Coordinator of Extinction Rebellion Tāmaki Makaurau, Carol Cowan, on their demands for government action on climate change. Finaly Producer Theo spoke with Lindsey Horne, spokesperson and committee member for the transport advocacy group The Future is Rail, about regional rail in Aotearoa and the future of Te Huia.  

Two local women lost in the Mt Maunganui landslide, the release of a man convicted of snatching a toddler, local irritation over uncared-for roadside gardens and the worrying items confiscated at Rotorua and Tauranga courts.

The recovery operation at Mount Maunganui has resumed after last week's deadly landslide. Police say the remains of some victims have been found after six people were unaccounted for following the slip at the popular campground. The Prime Minister has been on the ground in Tauranga meeting with locals in the wake of devastating storms. But questions are being raised about the responsibility of both the Council and the holiday park. Finn Blackwell has more.

Here's a wee bit of extra content for your earholes... we've been on a journey after Manaia came into posession of some postcards addressed to a "Gordon Drummond". How did Manaia get them? Is Gordon a cat? Why on earth does someone from Russia send a postcard to a feline in Tauranga? Find out as the Hauraki Breakfast investigates. Thoroughly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rescue crews have halted recovery efforts at the Mount Maunganui landslide overnight after workers spotted potential instability in the slip. Tauranga Mayor Mahe Drysdale spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Emergency teams have been searching overnight for several people trapped under a landslide at Mount Maunganui. Tauranga Mayor Mahe Drysdale spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.