Public urged to stay scam-aware
Eastern Bay police are continuing to receive reports of bank, firewood and other scams targeting res
Submissions closing soon on Tarawera restoration strategy
Opportunities to have a say on a strategic plan to restore the life force of Tarawera River and the
Green Party announces Jordan Walker as East Cape candidate
The Green Party has announced Jordan Walker as its candidate for East Cape, a creative producer and
Changes to plant variety rights to deliver real gains for East Coast growers
On Friday, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Cameron Brewer announced increased Plant Variety R
Consultation closes on Kawerau annual plan
Kawerau District Council’s consultation on its Annual Plan Mahere ā Tau 2026-2027 has closed with 30
Celebrating Dylan’s birthday
Whakatāne musicians will gather at Wharaurangi (The Gap) tomorrow with guitars in their hands and so
‘We’re watching you’ – police
While no major increase in petrol drive-offs has been reported despite rising fuel costs, diesel the
Celebrating a century
“An interesting life” is how Nola Patricia Mary Pocock describes reaching the milestone of 100 years
Five properties passed in at auction
Three high-profile commercial sites and a prime lifestyle section went under the hammer at The Comm
Praise of the earthworm – garden’s best friend
Duncan Smith When I was four years old, growing up in England, I developed what can only be describ
Awakeri Scout food drive
Winter may be coming, but Awakeri Scout Group is doing anything but hibernate as they plan the secon
The birthday I don’t remember — and the hit that nearly killed me
In 2022, Whakatāne’s Campbell Gray came close to losing his life after being hit by a hockey ball. A
Revoltingly good - Matilda delivers on opening night
If audience reaction is any measure of success, Theatre Whakatāne’s production of Matilda the Musica
Deadline for freedom campers
New green warrants for self-contained freedom camping vehicles will come into effect in June, bringi
New chapter for kiwi trust
Ōpōtiki’s Jesse Emery has taken on the role of kiwi management co-ordinator at the Whakatāne Kiwi Tr
Ōhiwa Oyster Festival returns bigger and bolder
The Ōhiwa Oyster Festival is back, bringing a full day of seafood, music, and coastal celebration to
Eastern Bay students explore futures at careers expo
The Eastern Bay of Plenty Careers Expo brought hundreds of students together on Wednesday, giving th
Preserving stories for future generations
Two teenage videographers are helping families preserve the stories of loved ones through a new docu
Kawerau residents asked to rate services
Kawerau District Council is inviting residents to take part in its triennial residents’ survey. Eve
Whakatāne Court - May 13
Intersection accident a ‘moment of distraction’ A woman who failed to stop at a Thornton intersecti
Support for students in sport
A simple act of support is making a meaningful difference for students at Ōpōtiki College, helping m
Ōpōtiki Rangatahi Pā expands opportunities for local youth
Ōpōtiki Rangatahi Pā is continuing to build momentum in Term 2, offering a range of programmes desig
New passports bring hope and homes
Wraparound support from the community has helped a homeless Whakatāne couple obtain the passports th
Kawerau scare highlights roaming dog concerns
A Kawerau woman is speaking out after a frightening encounter with a dog in the town centre, as coun