Young scientists shine at Awakeri science and technology fair
Awakeri School students have once again put their scientific thinking and problem-solving skills to
Regional councillors stick to path despite mayors’ plea
Bay of Plenty Regional Council has adopted amendments to its long-term plan despite a last-minute le
Kiwi Chic Craft Collective opens in Edgecumbe
A new craft collective dedicated to supporting local makers and artisans has opened its doors in Edg
Manna Café opens doors for free school breakfasts
A vision to help children start the day with a full stomach has led Edgecumbe’s Manna Café to launch
Hidden treasures helping Eastern Bay kids get outdoors
A Te Teko resident is encouraging children to swap screens for outdoor adventures through a communit
New survey seeks to fill ‘knowledge gap’ in rural women’s wellbeing
Monique Steele RNZ New Zealand’s rural and farming women face unique challenges in the countryside,
Community dives in for Mid-Winter Swim
Around 200 brave swimmers ignored the winter chill on Sunday, taking the plunge at Ōhope Beach for t
Secondary schools kapa haka hits national stage
Two Eastern Bay schools are representing the Mātaatua region at this week’s Ngā Kapa Haka Kura Tuaru
Rental education workshop on tomorrow
Whakatāne will be host to a Ready to Rent educational workshop tomorrow, equipping participants with
Whakatāne knitters warm hearts across Eastern Europe
A small group of Whakatāne knitters is helping provide warmth and comfort to children in need throug
Families face Tauranga trips after closure of children’s hearing clinic
Families whose children rely on publicly funded hearing services are facing longer journeys after th
Brave the chill for a good cause
It’s time to pull out the swimsuit and summon some Nordic bravery with the Radio 1XX Mid-Winter Swim
Rates set at 9.1 percent despite $4 million savings found
Whakatāne District Council adopted its Annual Plan for the 2026/27 financial year yesterday, confirm
Oji Fibre reports full compliance with Tarawera River discharge consent
Oji Fibre Solutions says it recorded no compliance issues during the 2025 reporting year and is alre
Riverfront enhancement work continues with building removal
Whakatāne District Council will shortly begin work to remove council-owned buildings at the corner o
Iti to stand in regional council by-election
Former regional councillor Toi Iti will stand in the Bay of Plenty Regional Council by-election for
Charitable transport service under funding pressure
Waka Eastern Bay Community Transport is turning to crowd funding as demand for its services grow. T
The hidden impact of caesarean scars: How to continue healing after delivery
For many women, a caesarean birth is remembered as the day they welcomed their baby into the world.
Swimmers brave chilly waters for Big Swim
On Sunday, Hasley Toheriri and fellow swimmers took to the water for the Coastguard Big Swim, swimmi
New petrol station coming to town
A NPD self-service fuel station is under construction at the Hub for opening in September. The site
He missed the comeback; he won’t miss the next one
■ A fortnightly business advice column by Whakatāne accountant and business adviser Jason Lougher W
Amazing Race exceeds expectations
The Disability Resource Centre had around 250 people attend its Amazing Race event on Saturday. Nao
Funding for new Boon Street restrooms
Boon Street public toilets may soon be demolished and replaced, thanks to funding from New Zealand T
Regional councillors stick to path despite mayors’ plea
Bay of Plenty Regional Council has adopted amendments to its long-term plan despite a last-minute le