Bay of Plenty TimesSweets and hand-knitted toys amoung generous donationsThe foodbank urges people to continue providing much-needed support.24 Nov 02:55 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFoodbank store gives clients 'control and ownership' over food choicesA financial mentor says Tauranga Community Foodbank's store is “mana-enhancing”.21 Nov 11:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFoodbank spike in demand shocks volunteerCommunity support is “vitally important”.20 Nov 03:24 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesJump in foodbank demand means more hours for workers“When I started working here, it surprised me so many different people needed support."19 Nov 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Amazing' first week: Generous donations flow in to foodbankRegular and new supporters have been donating.17 Nov 03:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesWhat's in a foodbank parcel? And how to donateThe annual six-week Christmas Appeal has been running since November 11.15 Nov 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesThe Grinch outdoor movie night all set to help foodbankThe Hits Christmas in the Park is in partnership with Pacific Toyota.14 Nov 01:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesChristmas Appeal: Foodbank shares donation wishlistWhat will you be donating to the Foodbank this year?13 Nov 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesWorse than in Covid: 'Record' need as homeowners, fulltime workers turn to foodbank"The rainy day is here right now," foodbank manager Nicki Goodwin says.11 Nov 06:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'I don’t have the words': Foodbank appeal total revealedIt's the second-highest amount raised in the appeal’s history.23 Dec 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesTauranga foodbank’s ‘Christmas fairies’ hard at workMore than 300 households have received Christmas treats thanks to the volunteers.21 Dec 06:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'All about community': Hundreds of food donations collected at movie in the parkThe Christmas event was held at Mount Maunganui's Coronation Park on Sunday.20 Dec 07:30 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'My heart just went out to her': Wave of generosity for struggling single mum"I just thought, ‘Everyone deserves Christmas and that little helping hand’.”19 Dec 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Making life a little bit better': Foodbank volunteers explain why they give backPeter Norris has been volunteering twice a week at the foodbank for eight years.18 Dec 06:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Don’t stop giving': One last call for foodbank donations as appeal enters final week'Don't stop giving' as final week of appeal begins16 Dec 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'A survival game’: Solo mum shares cost of living strugglesThe woman is "really grateful" for foodbank support while under financial hardship.15 Dec 08:51 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesMore families under financial strain as living costs increase - Tauranga principalOne principal says the increasing financial stresses in the community are felt at school.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'I didn’t know what to do': How one woman ended up seeking help from Tauranga's foodbankThe woman did not know where after realising she could not afford food that week.11 Dec 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Instil that social conscience': Merivale School students give backThe student-led initiative saw about 200 items donated to the foodbank.09 Dec 09:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Get your hands dirty and give back': Garden growing veges for foodbank needs more volunteersThe garden's sole purpose is to grow produce for the foodbank.06 Dec 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Everyone needs a treat at Christmas': Tauranga Boys' College donates hampers to foodbank'It’s just important that we be kind and generous.'05 Dec 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesLights, Christmas, action: New outdoor movie night coming to Mount MaunganuiChristmas Movie in the Park promises festive fun in exchange for foodbank donations.04 Dec 08:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times‘Quite overwhelmed’: Almost $80k raised halfway through Christmas appealMore than $79,000 has been donated to the foodbank halfway into the Christmas appeal.02 Dec 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'A big smile on my face': Early learning centre takes part in Christmas AppealGluten-free cereal, pasta and chocolate were just some of the items young ones donated.29 Nov 10:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesCereal, spaghetti and Christmas treats: Foodbank shares donation wishlistThe Bay of Plenty Times Christmas appeal is now in its second week.27 Nov 07:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesFriday crew: Local commits 13 years to volunteering - and he's only 30Tom Hardie enjoys helping those who need food.26 Nov 08:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesLike a boss: Personal trainer's mission to donate 5000 items to foodbankSo far she has collected more than 1000 items for Tauranga's foodbank.21 Nov 06:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Instantaneous': $15k donated to foodbank in first week of appeal'We have got a really generous community who want to look after others'.20 Nov 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesEmma Houpt: What I learned volunteering at Tauranga's foodbankStrong work ethic, initiative and compassion are just some of the skills volunteers need.19 Nov 01:10 AM
Bay of Plenty Times'Immediate need': Food help services brace for 'jump' in demand over school holidaysTauranga's foodbank saw a 45 per cent increase in demand over the July school holidays.16 Nov 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'A feel-good opportunity': Foodbank needs more Christmas volunteersRight now, the foodbank has 60 volunteers who work one shift a week.14 Nov 06:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Vital source of support': Community leaders put out call for foodbank donationsTauranga's foodbank is helping about 4000 more people than it was in 2021.13 Nov 05:00 PM
Bay of Plenty Times'Stressed and unsure': Foodbank demand spikes nearly 30% as appeal beginsThe soaring cost of living is having a big impact on people in need of help.12 Nov 02:00 AM
Bay of Plenty TimesComment: Cost of living bites but collectively we can make a differenceOPINION: It's up to each and every one of us to help make that difference.11 Nov 05:00 PM
