Community searches for beloved Tauranga Hospital cat Steps

Wednesday 5 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 5 Aug, 4:29pm

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A 12-year-old tabby cat named Steps has disappeared from Tauranga Hospital. The cat, known for greeting patients and visitors, was last seen around 11pm on Monday. Local community members have launched a search to find the missing animal.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 5 Aug, 10:20am

   Tauranga Hospital cat Steps disappears, community launches search (opens in new tab)

2. StuffWed 5 Aug, 4:29pm

   Where is Steps? Hunt on for Tauranga Hospital’s beloved cat (opens in new tab)