Mussel closure sought to refill food basket
A sharp decline in Ōhiwa Harbour mussel stocks has led Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa to embark on a regener
Pioneering Rangitaiki families invited to share their stories
A group of farming families from across the Rangitaiki Plains are putting together a book detailing
String of bronze thefts sparks kind response
The latest in a string of bronze thefts has prompted a generous response from a kiwi-loving business
Illuminated flotilla to bring Whakatāne River to life tonight
Whakatāne River will glow with colour and light tonight as illuminated waka, rowing boats, kayaks an
Two faces of the same business
■ A fortnightly business advice column by Whakatāne accountant and business adviser Jason Lougher
Take care crossing Pekatahi Bridge
Pekatahi Bridge is open following last week’s maintenance with a warning for motorists to take care
Helping people move better, one step at a time
When Rob and Margie Mangles decided to swap England’s south coast for the beaches of Ōhope, it wasn’
Lanterns light the way
A colourful display of creativity filled the recent Arts Whakatāne lantern-making workshops, with 12
Residents urged to recycle right
Whakatāne district residents are being urged to recycle correctly following high levels of contamina
Government backs Ōpōtiki marina development
The Government is investing $12.5 million through the Regional Infrastructure Fund towards the devel
New grants hit the right note
A new fund established by one of the Eastern Bay’s most dedicated music advocates is set to help ins
New digital platform and radio station gives Eastern Bay a voice
A new community-focused media platform has launched in the Eastern Bay, offering organisations, scho
Ngati Awa Taikura shine on stage
Larni Hepi More than 800 kaumātua and kuia descended on Te Whanganui a Tara over the weekend for th
Jewelz wear Prada
The team at Jewelz on The Strand in Whakatāne love what they do and now they’re wearing shirts that
Whakatāne court: July 8 - No 'special reasons' for driving
Judge Louis Bidois could find no “special reasons” for Izayah Andrew Whataaiwi Fa’amasino to have be
Police urge drivers to reflect on safe choices this weekend
As New Zealanders come together to celebrate Matariki, police are urging everyone travelling this lo
Campfire reminder after Mill Road vegetation fire
A vegetation fire near Mill Road last month has prompted a reminder from Fire and Emergency New Zeal
Bay among most impacted by flooding due to future climate change
New research by Earth Sciences New Zealand shows Bay of Plenty is expected to be one of the regions
Tools for helping women take control of their health
For health coach Ashlee Sturme, the goal has always been prevention rather than waiting for people t
Kawerau to benefit from a new FASD Support Hub
East Coast MP Dana Kirkpatrick has welcomed the Government’s investment in new community-based Fetal
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