What happens when you ask young people to design a city brand?
Ten Year 12 and 13 students from across the region came together, not to talk about logos, but to talk...
From orchard to opportunity: Instep Young Leaders experience Seeka’s world of horticulture
Our Instep Young Leaders recently had the opportunity to go behind the scenes at Seeka, one of New Zealand’s largest...
Economic update: October 2025
Mark Lister from Craigs Investment Partners notes global markets are stabilising, while at home, we're still facing challenges, including a...
Students step inside new career pathways in business and accounting
Across the Bay of Plenty, a collective of regional employers and professional service firms is working together to open doors...
City centre’s fresh flavours and familiar favourites are giving Tauranga new energy
There’s a quiet but confident buzz rising through the heart of Tauranga. Step into the city centre and you’ll find...
Building culture from the ground up: students inspired by LT McGuinness
Our Instep Young Leaders braved the chilly morning last week for a chance to go behind the scenes of a...
Meet Basie Pikimaui: Building connections, unlocking potential
We’re thrilled to welcome Basie Pikimaui to the Ara Rau team as our new Employment Mentor. A calm presence with...
A guide to geoheat for businesses
The Geoheat Business Guide in Aotearoa New Zealand provides businesses with practical guidance on adopting geoheat — the direct use...
Western Bay of Plenty youth reimagine their city in this year’s yia! innovation challenge
More than 220 students from across the Western Bay of Plenty took part in this year’s yia! (Young Innovator Awards),...
C3 Pedersen Group cuts emissions with innovative machine management
The Mount Maunganui Industry Environmental Accord has been signed by 31 businesses within the industrial zone who have volunteered to take...
