Pet of the week – Tank

Are you looking for a big boofhead to steal your heart and your couch? Tank is your man! WHAT’S SPECIAL ABOUT ME Tank came to us with a bad skin condition but thanks to the staff and volunteers he has made a great recovery and is now looking for his forever...

Pigs in blankets cheesecake? What!!

Foodies have been left divided over the a savoury pigs in blankets cheesecake by the cheesecake wizards over at @Pleesecakes This really isn’t that bad looking but wow what a hit to the taste buds Not gona lie I’d try this in a flash but I’m not sure how the guts...

Ultimate guide to barbecues

When the weather warms up, outdoor cooking and eating is a delicious option, and not just because it’s Covid-safe! It’s time to get your barbecue on You have to make sure that everything from your kai to plates you serve up at the summer BBQ. It’s a must...

Better future for inanga on the Whakatāne River

Whakatāne residents of both the human and fish kind are enjoying new inanga (whitebait) ponds and spawning habitat built in the river berm alongside the Whakatāne River. The riverside berm has been leased for grazing by Bay of Plenty Regional Council for many years as...

Star signs for the week

Aries (March 21 – April 19) Aries loves to be number one, so it’s no surprise that these audacious rams are the first sign of the zodiac. Bold and ambitious, Aries dives headfirst into even the most challenging situations. Taurus (April 20 – May 20) Taurus...

Austrian breaks world record with extreme ice feat

Austrian daredevil took on a Guinness World Record by submerging himself up to the shoulders in ice for 2 hours, 30 minutes, 53 seconds. Wow!!! So so cold Josef Koeberl, 43, put a pair of skimpy togs and climbed into a tank placed in the main square of the town of...