Tony Hammond Motors’ New Yard
Our editor shares his inspiration for the latest issue of the Bay Waka and long-standing admiration of businessman and musical sensation Tony Hammond.
Freemason support to Tauranga Boys’ College Robotics Club
Launching Robotics at Tauranga Boys' College
2017 has seen the successful launch of Robotics at Tauranga Boys' College thanks to generous funding from Kiwibots, Tauranga’s...
Maketū Gentleman’s Club – Poker Run 2017 – ‘Every which way but lost’
Every two years in November the Maketū Gentleman’s Club’s (MGC) Poker Run is held. The first thing you hear is the roar, when nearly...
Mauao summit with Bay Waka Autumn issue 14 – video by Andy Belcher
At midday, on 5th January 2019, aerial photos with this video were taken over the summit of Mauao with the written permission...
Active Seniors and Retirees Annual Expo 23 – 24 March 2019
* Lots to see and all for Free !! *
When: Saturday, 23rd March 2019, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday, 24th March 2019, 10:00 am - 3:00...
Diwali Festival to spread love, light, colour and sound in Tauranga this labour weekend
Tauranga's Historic Village is set to welcome the summer season with a sensory extravaganza celebrating the world-famous Indian Festival of Diwali.
Festival to be...
Maketū Gentleman’s Club (MGC) community connections
What does the Tauranga Waldorf School and the Maketū Gentleman’s Club (MGC) have in common? The answer is, 2017’s class Four, or 2018’s class...
Tony Hammond: From the Emerald Isle to the Land of the Long White Cloud
Tony Hammond shares his memories of his family's journey from Ireland to New Zealand, and the adventures along the way.
‘All Saints’, the 182 year-old Anglican Church in Maungatapu
Overlooking the beautiful shimmering waters of Rangataua bay, All Saints church stands on the oldest consecrated church land in Tauranga. Built to last longer...
‘Rhythm & Rhapsody’ Set To Entertain
It’s been another busy year for Tauranga based INACHORD women’s chorus who meet weekly in a social setting in Bethlehem primarily to prepare new...