Piece of rugby finds its way home
A special waistcoat crafted from vintage Ōpōtiki rugby ties has returned home, where it will now be
The holiday I hope my kids will remember
Jamie Vunivesilevu On a clear morning this weekend, before the sun rises, my husband will build a f
Ōpōtiki Community Health Trust announces 2026 scholarship recipients
The Ōpōtiki Community Health Trust has announced its 2026 scholarship recipients, recognising local
Packed house for documentary screening
Ilmars Gravis It was a full theatre for the screening of Taiarahia: Te Kākahu Tawhito, an award-win
New World celebrates its staff
New World Ōpōtiki recently celebrated the achievements of its team at its annual Staff Awards Night,
Questions loom over how to divvy Quayside dividend
Bay of Plenty Regional Council’s Quayside Holdings dividend could provide a massive boost to Eastern
Three days to apply for indigenous youth leadership exchange
Applications close on Friday for one of the Southern Hemisphere's leading indigenous youth leadershi
Held at Home walks creating connection for mums
A new weekly walking group is helping mothers across the Eastern Bay find connection, support and a
Coastal brand grows from dream to reality
Inspired by the beaches of the Eastern Bay, Salty Surf & Co has grown into a clothing brand that fou
Kawerau funeral service makes farewells more affordable
A Kawerau couple are helping whānau take a more hands-on, affordable and culturally grounded approac
12,500 reasons to visit Book Fair
Book lovers are in for another treat this week as The Salvation Army hosts its annual book fair at i
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Māori electoral option reminders
Voters of Māori descent are being sent email and text message reminders about the August 6 deadline
Have a Heart to celebrate first anniversary with fashion show
A community fashion show celebrating sustainability, affordability and local connection will mark on
Te Puna Ora o Mataatua appoints chief executive
Te Puna Ora o Mataatua Ltd (Mataatua), the social, mental health and Whānau Ora services subsidiary
Bay of Plenty aviator takes to the sky in new trade
Whakatāne’s Jordan Moeke began his career with the Royal New Zealand Air Force on the ground as a co
Awakeri Structure Plan talks move into next phase
Whakatāne District Council is continuing work on the draft Awakeri Structure Plan following three Co
Bird of the month - NZ mutton bird (oi or grey-faced petrel)
A series for Forest and Bird in the Eastern Bay highlights the native birds we share our region with
Huge water bills shock customers
Half yearly water rates bills, including one over $6500, have caused some shock reactions from Whaka
Council to investigate road vibration complaints
Residents living in Mokorua Grove say vibrations from heavy vehicles using Gorge Road have become a
Book Week sparks a love of reading at Edgecumbe Primary
Edgecumbe Primary School’s inaugural Book Week has been a success, with students embracing a week of
Changes to regional council’s Quayside board
Bay of Plenty Regional Council has confirmed changes to the board arrangements for Quayside Holdings
The system that influences your whole body
■ Healthy lymph, healthy you: ■ Most people know about the heart. Many understand the digestive sys
Bridge to close for six days
PEKATAHI Bridge will close for six days, from tomorrow. It will be closed 24 hours a day during thi
Midland Te Manawa Taki change proposal on hold
Health New Zealand will take additional time to engage with clinicians, leaders, staff and unions to