Whakatāne District Council is considering charging visitors up to $20 a day to use the district’s bo
The Have A Heart Charitable Trust Food Hub – Whare Kai was buzzing with activity as it opened its do
With the roar season approaching, police are urging hunters to take extra precautions. The roar is
A Whakatāne teenager has turned her love of gift-giving into a budding small business, launching a v
■ A fortnightly business advice column by Whakatāne accountant and business adviser, Jason Lougher
The Eastern Bay men’s club rugby competition has a slightly different look in 2026. After dominatin
Christina Orr-West was in red hot form racing her way around Hampton Downs recently. She managed to
Ōpōtiki may have joined the Baywide competition, but Tihirau Victory Club have taken their place in
Ōpōtiki Squash Club has retained the Neely Log in a hard-fought contest against the Bay of Plenty’s
Twelve riders and their horses from the Horse Sports Ōpōtiki club 2023 will travel to Tūrangi at the
Rufus Dempsey Although Leonard Dain passed away in 2007, his school javelin record has lived on for
Whakatāne Judo Club is fundraising for a September trip to one of the world’s premium martial arts d
With the first school term coming to an end, registrations will soon be open for Whakatāne’s popular
■ In a housing crisis it would seem sensible to support cash-strapped people with the energy and ini
Peter Patterson Further to Mayor Nandor’s article in last Wednesday’s Beacon on prudent financial m
■ When I think about the foundations needed for a good life, the first place my mind goes is a roof
Keith Melville Thanks to Mawera Karetai for her civil and informative response last Friday to my le
■ Let’s be clear, I am horrified to be put in a position of defending Prime Minister Christopher Lux
■ Jess Suisted unpacks the surprising history behind Easter bunnies, eggs and traditions “Mum, why
Dr Mawera Karetai n response to D Dawson’s letter in the Beacon, (March 18), containing more inform
■ I am one of the fortunate ones in our district. My partner and I own and live in a warm and mostly
Set in one of Ōpōtiki’s most desirable neighbourhoods, this property presents a rare opportunity to
A powerhouse mix of live music, roaring engines and community spirit is in gear for the Matatā Big B
Tickets are on sale and rehearsals are in full swing for Theatre Whakatāne’s upcoming production of
A special premiere screening of New Zealand web series Kids Unplugged will celebrate Bay of Plenty y
This beautifully maintained pre-1920s villa perfectly embodies timeless elegance and modern practica
A lost kiwi, a boy in trouble, and a lesson in empathy sit at the heart of Linley Edmeades’ latest c
Wharaurangi on The Strand came alive with music, movement and vibrant energy on Saturday morning as
Here’s your chance to secure a premium spot overlooking Ōhiwa Harbour. This Ōhope home impresses fr
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