With no book fair in 2020, this year's sale will be bigger than ever.

The children were kept occupied with kapa haka, singing and telling jokes.

Logan wants to donate any prizes he wins to the less fortunate

With a flatmate to help with rent, Jaydene is just keeping her head above water

Dead deer, fences cut, danger to motorists - farmer asks 'why?'

Four newbies are among the five local firefighters set to climb the Sky Tower.

Two daughters' anguish and community support drove efforts to find a missing bulldog.

Squash Club to host a Pink Breakfast for the first time.

Youngsters have to make do with just two showers in over two weeks

Instrument-only flying was nerve-racking at first for the teenage trainee pilot.

Dad Nathan takes title while his son Cody makes his 4x4 trial debut.

Online streaming, Covid-19 and fewer releases sound death knell for video store

Geary was second behind Ryan Fox at last week' Briscoe's Invitational Pro-Am in Taupo.

Accepted grant bid means kids can get on their bikes.

Masquerade theme for business awards night.

Rangiuru's next game is against Arataki; Te Puke Sports will play Marist St Michael's.

There's a positive atmosphere at Rangiuru Sports ahead of the new rugby season.

Golden Oldies rugby is as much about friendships and fun as it is about rugby.

Final 4x4 trial in Hawkes Bay will be the championship decider.

Volunteers could be the key to providing a further 1000 free meals to local schools

Local pairing Fogden and Gibbons leading their class and hoping to secure title

Balloon flight was like soaring across the sky, says young Ruby Ensor.

Paul Tietjens says Te Puke Sports will be there or thereabouts at the end of the season

Initiative has a key role in supporting children's health and wellbeing for over 16 years.

Debate back on the calendar after Covid-forced cancellation in 2020

In-house counselling services are in the wish list for The Hub Te Puke

Ex-TPHS student Ocean Mead (nee Belcher) is at the forefront of the domestic tourism push.

The goal is to support the volunteer sector in Te Puke.

Fire fighters from two brigades collecting batteries to raise funds

Volunteers still needed to help run the Easter Trail.

Optimism from pre-season, but difficult to judge strength of other teams

Taxidermy isn't for anyone with a weak stomach.

Money raised will go to resurface the school's five year old bike track.

Club members are putting their hands up to help the club run the tournament.

Business awards organiser hopes to focus in the spirit of Te Puke

Helpers needed to make Easter trail go smoothly

Money raised will go towards a new van for the school

Of the 228 calls Maketū volunteers attended in 2020, 115 were medical events

A donation to food bank will get you into the fashion parade

High school head students who outstanding potential says principal.

Long detour and traffic concerns over road closure.

Leaders say ANZ Bank branch closure is disappointing and will hit the disadvantaged

Tricia Haine's mural is so much more than a colourful addition to Fairhaven School

Experience is what is needed now for 14yo Te Puke boxer Te Kehu Kerr to progress.

Jack and Aileen have been here, there and everywhere - but are at home in Little Waihi.

Conservation Cadet scheme is part of the Government's Jobs for Nature programme

Hopes are for the water supply to be on line by the summer of 2022-23

Cooking demonstration part of programme to assist with managing diabetes

Ōtamarākau School will benefit from Quinn Boyle's marathon swim.

Former Te Puke high School student to embark on medical studies.

There will be a collection for foodbank at Te Puke Christmas in the Park

Two weeks managed isolation isn't stopping Natalie Peat from being home for Christmas

Holiday programme aims to help kids avoid that summer reading slump

Grandchildren love and feature in What's In Your Garden

The category-creating wheelbarrow entrant is almost upstaged by a barrow of bunnies.

A shed to keep the fire engine is the next step in the project

Whatever happens, Santa won't be upstaged at Saturday's Christmas Float Parade.

Auction items are already drawing interest

The BA5 event is at The Daily Cafe on December 9 at 5.15pm

Beach Hop is about more than just cars - it's about a lifestyle.

Club finds new home after 45 years in one place.

Fears of a smaller than usual collection prove unfounded

Prized parade seat next to Santa on offer to someone deserving.

Jodi to learn from last year in quest to better stair challenge time

The Crafternoon is free, but you will need to register as places are limited.

Te Puke Foodbank is gearing up for a busy time pre-Christmas

Māori elements are to the fore in new school murals going up around Te Puke.

Forest & Bird is already engaging with new and returning ministers about reforms.

The Harmonic Resonators are set to round off World Fest 2020.

More toys, more shade, more seating at Te Puke Memorial Pool.

Book will support the work of the Ngow Family Foundation.

A Kiwis perspective on Japan's Covid-19 response

Covid-19 alert levels delayed completion of the explorer challenge

The former community board chairman wants the story of the Crete Olive Tree to be told.

It's time to take a breath and decide on the next stage of the heritage project.

Prize giving will be in the food zone at 5pm