Tauranga Moana

January 25, 2026 | Featured News

#regional Ngāti Ranginui Iwi Expresses Deep Sympathy to Families of Those Lost at Mauao and in Papamoa

Ngāti Ranginui iwi leaders have issued a heartfelt message of sympathy and support for whānau and families affected by the […]

Matthew Tukaki Posted On January 25, 2026

January 25, 2026 | Featured News

#regional Community Mourns as Mauao Landslide Moves From Rescue to Recovery

The Bay of Plenty community is in mourning as the tragic landslide at Mauao / Mount Maunganui has now shifted […]

Matthew Tukaki Posted On January 25, 2026

October 10, 2025 | News

Ahurea Festival Welcomes New Kura and Celebrates Kapa Haka Excellence

Thousands gather at Te Kura Māori o Ngā Tapuwae for the Ahurea Festival, with new kura joining and two spots up for grabs for the 2026 National Secondary Schools Kapa Haka.

Moeawa Fransen Posted On October 10, 2025

August 26, 2025 | News

Jones Under Fire Over Ngāti Kuku Comments Amid Port Expansion Dispute

Regional Development Minister Shane Jones faces backlash for dismissing Ngāti Kuku’s environmental concerns over the Port of Tauranga expansion under the Fast-Track Approvals Act.

Atereano Mateariki Posted On August 26, 2025

October 24, 2023 | News

Tauranga tribes remember scorched earth war

As this year's hosts for the national commemoration of the New Zealand Wars, Te Putake o te Riri, Tauranga moana iwi have been revealing some of the less known stories from their rohe.

Adam Gifford Posted On October 24, 2023