Tauranga may sparkle with sunshine and sea views, but its past runs far deeper.
“Tauranga – Just Scratching the Surface” uncovers a love story that blossomed at The Elms, to an audacious attempted bank robbery, a tragic murder that once kept the town talking, and fires that nearly destroyed the city. Illustrated with richly coloured photos and tales unearthed from archives and gossip alike, this book reveals the courage, chaos, and character behind Tauranga’s transformation from missionary outpost to modern coastal gem.
2025 Paperback - 120 pages
29.7cm × 21cm
High Quality 170gsm paper
Tauranga may sparkle with sunshine and sea views, but its past runs far deeper.
“Tauranga – Just Scratching the Surface” uncovers a love story that blossomed at The Elms, to an audacious attempted bank robbery, a tragic murder that once kept the town talking, and fires that nearly destroyed the city. Illustrated with richly coloured photos and tales unearthed from archives and gossip alike, this book reveals the courage, chaos, and character behind Tauranga’s transformation from missionary outpost to modern coastal gem.
2025 Paperback - 120 pages
29.7cm × 21cm
High Quality 170gsm paper
