06:30am Tue 24 Jun, 2025
Kawerau residents have given a resounding 'no” to joining Rotorua Lakes, Whakatāne and Ōpōtiki councils to deliver water services. The council, New... Read More
08:00pm Mon 23 Jun, 2025
The stars aligned on Friday and Saturday for the Aronui Drone Show above Kouramāwhitiwhiti (Rotorua Lakefront) for captivating Matariki storytelling experiences... Read More
04:00pm Mon 23 Jun, 2025
Eastern Bay transportation operators are 'ropeable” about the surface of the Pekatahi Bridge. The 100-year-old, single-lane bridge is on the main State... Read More
01:00pm Mon 23 Jun, 2025
Fiery debates, sensational promises and an onslaught of grinning politicians. It's time again for local elections. Nominations open on July 4, but there's... Read More
11:45am Mon 23 Jun, 2025
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he wants to explore the possibility of scrapping New Zealand's regional councils as the Government reforms the Resource... Read More
11:00am Mon 23 Jun, 2025
Kawerau district was ranked the second highest in New Zealand for per capita spending on gambling machines in the first quarter of this year. Te Whatu Ora... Read More
10:10am Mon 23 Jun, 2025
Rotorua mall retailers have seen the benefit of recently extended Safe City Guardian patrols. For the past month, Rotorua Lakes Council's guardians have included... Read More
06:30am Mon 23 Jun, 2025
Four housing developments in Tauranga will be the first delivered by a $100 million fund. The Bay of Plenty Housing Equity Fund launched in 2024, aiming to... Read More
09:00am Sun 22 Jun, 2025
The winter school holidays mean it's time to wear a few more layers to the beach… But school's out also means maintenance is in for the Pekatahi Bridge. The... Read More
07:00am Sat 21 Jun, 2025
It's been a long time coming but Te Puke's Heritage Plaza is finally getting a refresh. The open area on Jellicoe St, in front of My Pharmacy and Te Puke... Read More
05:00pm Fri 20 Jun, 2025
Bay of Plenty turtle owners are now required to securely house their pets as the regional council changes its pest plan to prevent escapees. While unlikely... Read More
08:00am Fri 20 Jun, 2025
Western Bay of Plenty District Council has set its direction for this year's rates - with an average increase of 8.92%. This remains below the 10.13 % average... Read More