Kawerau residents have given a resounding 'no” to joining Rotorua Lakes, Whakatāne and Ōpōtiki councils to deliver water services. The council, New... Read More

The stars aligned on Friday and Saturday for the Aronui Drone Show above Kouramāwhitiwhiti (Rotorua Lakefront) for captivating Matariki storytelling experiences... Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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