New online tool helps communities understand climate risks
Whakatāne District Council has released a new online mapping tool to help people better understand h
New counselling office open to all ages
Alex Todhunter has gone from plastering walls to helping Eastern Bay people navigate life’s challeng
Easter family event at Riverslea Mall
Edgecumbe families are in for a treat this weekend with a new community event bringing free Easter f
Family donates Lego to library
A Lego set that has been gathering dust in a Whakatāne family's garage has been donated to the libra
Community celebrates environmental restoration of the Kopeopeo Canal
Bay of Plenty Regional Council, alongside representatives from Ngāti Awa, Sawmill Workers Against Po
My first hand of bridge
Ever since I can remember, my Nanny played bridge and I’ve always been interested in learning. So,
Garage sale is back this weekend
THE Great Douglas Street Garage Sale is back for a fourth consecutive year on Saturday. Residents s
Eastland Generation confirms two new geothermal projects
Specialist renewable energy developers Eastland Generation has confirmed its next two projects in th
Manawahe Hall marks centenary
Manawahe Hall celebrated its 100-year centenary on Saturday, with around 80 people gathering to hono
Top School celebrates 40 years
Former Awakeri School principal Peter Fitzgerald jokes that his only regret in coming up with the To
Doctor defends actions at tribunal hearing
A disciplinary hearing into the conduct of Murupara GP Dr Bernard Conlon entered its final stages, w
Global visitors enjoy Tree to Board showcase
Whakatāne welcomed visitors from around the world this week as WML Paperboard hosted international c
Refrigerant destruction facility opens
New Zealand’s first National Refrigerant Destruction Facility will open today in Kawerau. The Paora
Court - March 18 - Crash leads to firearms' charges
Antonio Aholahi was on his way home after confiscating a firearm from his neighbours when he crashed
Oravida opens solar installation at Otakiri site
Oravida has opened a new solar installation at its Otakiri bottling plant, with a ceremony on Monday
Fuel price increases hit transport industry
Tensions between the United States, Israel and Iran have exploded over the past few weeks with bombi
Game bird hunters urged to act early
Game bird hunters are urged to purchase their 2026 licences now, with Mark-up Day falling earlier th
Youth seek a voice around council table
Rangatahi and youth advocates presented their aspirations to Ōpōtiki District Council on Tuesday to
Public toilet upgrades coming for surf club and Hukuwai
Following a successful upgrade of public toilets in the Ōpōtiki town centre, the district council pl
Applications open for Ōpōtiki Mayoral Disaster Relief Fund
A Mayoral Disaster Relief Fund has been set up by Ōpōtiki District Council to support the people and
Stage three of Project Futureproof taking shape
The building of the flood wall along Whakatāne’s Commercial Wharf is part of stage three of Project
Council faces questions over waterfront
Whakatāne District Council staff and contractors have been available this week to answer questions a
‘Not one acre more’ – urupā kaitiaki
“As long as our tīpuna are happy, we will carry on,” says Rapata Kopae, one of the Ōpihi Whanaungako
Ship ahoy! School celebrates booty from Top School’s past
It was all hands on deck as Awakeri School launched its new playground attraction this week. Three