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Bay Of Plenty Classic Aircraft Trust Has It All
Thursday, 20 June 2024, 9:58 am | TECT
Classic Flyers NZ, the Tauranga-based Aircraft Museum, is a testament to the power of community and shared passion. It's more than just a museum; it's a tribute to the local aviation enthusiasts who came together to preserve a large 1940s hangar ... More >>
Waipuna Hospice Sustained By Community Support
Wednesday, 12 June 2024, 10:06 am | TECT
Each year, Waipuna Hospice cares for up to 1,000 patients and supports over 3,000 family members throughout what is usually a very difficult journey. Richard Thurlow, Waipuna Hospice's Chief Executive Officer, understands how important Waipuna Hospice’s ... More >>
Instep Programme Connects Youth To Careers
Monday, 27 May 2024, 4:37 pm | TECT
A major reason young people often struggle to secure their first job is a lack of experience or qualifications. Limited awareness of available job opportunities also restricts their prospects, as they are often only exposed to what is immediately ... More >>
Local Organisation Helps Families Get Their Happily Ever After
Tuesday, 21 May 2024, 11:38 am | TECT
Kidz Need Dadz is the helping hand offering support to families in the Bay of Plenty to help them strengthen their relationships with their children and get the best happily ever after ending possible for them. More >>
Hip Hop Dance Competition Projects Positive Experiences For Youth On Stage
Thursday, 2 May 2024, 7:55 pm | TECT
What started as an entry-level competition allowing novice dancers the opportunity to take to the stage has evolved into a must-attend competition for hip-hop dancers around the country. More >>
Community Support For House Of Science Is Vital
Tuesday, 30 April 2024, 2:24 pm | TECT
The success of House of Science is a testament to the power of community support. Sponsors' and volunteers' time and resources have helped this charitable trust grow from its Western Bay of Plenty roots and spread its impact throughout the country. More >>
Parafed Bay Of Plenty Leaving No One On The Sidelines
Wednesday, 24 April 2024, 1:47 pm | TECT
Parafed BOP stands out by considering physical activity as a fundamental right for all, regardless of their abilities. They believe that everyone should have the chance to discover a sport, recreation, or play activity that they enjoy and that empowers ... More >>
Multicultural Festival Returns To The Historic Village
Friday, 1 March 2024, 4:14 pm | TECT
For over two decades, the Tauranga Multicultural Festival has transformed The Historic Village into a vibrant hub to celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures and diversity within the Bay of Plenty. Saturday, 23rd March, will see the annual event return ... More >>
TECT Community Awards Winners Announced
Tuesday, 29 March 2022, 9:29 am | TECT
The winners of the TECT Community Awards have been announced online, with winner videos published on the TECT Facebook and website available to view now. The winners of the TECT Community Awards are: Event Excellence Award: Bay of Plenty Garden and ... More >>
Mouth-watering Menu Of Events At Flavours Of Plenty Festival
Thursday, 17 March 2022, 9:34 am | TECT
Whether you’re a foodie, or are just up for some flavourful fun, there’s something for everyone at the upcoming Flavours of Plenty Festival, taking place from 7 April to 10 April. Celebrating the Bay of Plenty’s plentiful produce, the festival will ... More >>
Building Gives Charity A New Lease On Life
Wednesday, 23 February 2022, 4:59 pm | TECT
Some of the BOP Youth Development Trust Team (Left to right) Mark Inman, Naomi Williams, Craig Nees, Rachel Wikeepa and Kasey Anderson. It's a building that's been given a new life. One full of energy, action, and the strengthening of young people – ... More >>
NZ SUP Nationals Making Its Way To Mount Maunganui
Friday, 18 February 2022, 9:37 am | TECT
New Zealand's best stand-up paddle boarders will be arriving in Mt Maunganui to be crowned the undisputed national stand-up paddle boarding champion from the 4th – 6th March at the EVES NZ SUP Nationals. <img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2202/75365d56d77096aba9d6.jpeg" ... More >>
High Court Issues Judgment On TECT Restructure
Thursday, 16 December 2021, 2:46 pm | TECT
TECT Trustees have today welcomed a decision from the High Court confirming that the proposed restructure of TECT is proper and lawful. On 14 May 2021, TECT Trustees filed an application in the High Court seeking orders under the Trusts Act 2019 that ... More >>
$1.2 Million Grant Announced To Assist Catchment Restoration Initiative
Wednesday, 1 December 2021, 9:17 am | TECT
TECT has recently approved $1.2 million worth of funding over the next three years to support Wai Kokopu Inc., a community catchment restoration project focusing on Te Waihī estuary and associated Pongakawa, Wharere, Punene and Kai Kokopu river ... More >>
$340K In TECT Funding Approved For Environmental Conservation Efforts
Wednesday, 27 October 2021, 9:13 am | TECT
Eight environmental conservation groups in the Western Bay of Plenty are celebrating after approval of a TECT grant which will provide funding for two years of operating costs. The funding application was approved in September, granting $341,880. Facilitated ... More >>
Nominations Closing Soon For TECT Community Awards
Thursday, 14 October 2021, 9:07 am | TECT
Nominations for the TECT Community Awards will close soon on Friday 29 October 2021 and can be made at www.tect.org.nz/community-awards-2022 . TECT Marketing and Communications Manager Laura Thomson-Bache says she is seeing many great nominations come through ... More >>
Katikati Festival Of Arts To Light Up Town In October
Monday, 27 September 2021, 1:36 pm | TECT
Katikati, an arty town half an hour north of Tauranga, is celebrating the Arts with its month-long Festival of Arts in October – albeit on a reduced scale due to Alert Level restrictions. Since 2006, the New Zealand Mural Contest and Festival of Arts ... More >>
Sailability Tauranga Offers Many Opportunities For Disabled Sailor
Tuesday, 27 July 2021, 9:38 am | TECT
For 43-year-old Dennis Young, living with Left Hemiparesis can have its challenges. “I am paralysed down the left-hand side of my body; it affects my walk, I can’t run as fast, I can’t stretch my left arm out, and I haven’t got as good a grip ... More >>
New Security System Protects Park From Crime
Monday, 19 July 2021, 8:46 am | TECT
Volunteers at Te Puna Quarry Park are feeling a great sense of relief and reassurance now a new security system has been installed following a series of thefts. The volunteer-run park, which is open year-round and is free for the public to visit, sees thousands ... More >>
Kapahaka Regionals Sees Four Teams Qualify For Nationals
Friday, 16 July 2021, 8:57 am | TECT
The Te Haka a Toi - Mataatua me Tākitimu ki Tauranga Secondary School Regional Kapahaka was held last Friday, seeing thousands flock to the Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre to connect and be inspired by powerful performances. 12 school teams from ... More >>
