The South Island's first Rural Training Hub is coming to the West Coast, training more doctors, nurses and midwives for rural NZ communities.
Katikati's rugby club marks 145 years of the game as the town prepares to celebrate 150 years since Ulster Irish settlers arrived in September 2025.
Katikati Primary School's annual Book Character Parade brought the whole kura together to celebrate reading during Book Week in August 2025.
Katikati Mainly Music celebrates its 22nd birthday this Saturday with a community party, marking 35 years of the programme worldwide since its 1990 foundin
The Katikati Community Centre needs $100,000 to save its community advocate role, which supported 344 families in 2024 and could end in August 2026.
Katikati designer Natalie DuBois has transformed a guest bathroom into a moody, textural retreat using dark porcelain tiles, natural stone and curved bronz
Waihi Beach Volunteer Coastguard holds its 2025 AGM on Sunday 24 August at 2pm at Bowentown headquarters. All welcome to attend.
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A new survey shows NZ food and fibre sector leaders are prioritising biosecurity, trade agreements and climate resilience in 2026. Here's why it matters.
NZ kiwifruit scientists are sharing their expertise with India following a new trade deal — great news for the global kiwifruit industry and Te Puke growers.
Western Bay Mayor encourages community kindness and support this summer amid economic challenges, looking forward to collaborative progress in 2026.
New Zealand paramedics will soon have prescribing powers for certain medicines, easing pressure on emergency departments nationwide.
New Zealand's updated anti-money laundering identity rules mean fewer hassles for Kiwis and businesses from July 2026. Here's what you need to know.
Te Puke Today is your daily dose of positive news — local-first, from Te Puke and the Bay of Plenty through to Aotearoa New Zealand and the wider world. Free, updated every day, always linked to the source.
Rural Women New Zealand are calling for greater mental health support as wellbeing challenges grow across rural communities. Here's what's being done.
New Zealand's updated anti-money laundering identity rules mean fewer hassles for Kiwis and businesses from July 2026. Here's what you need to know.
PM Christopher Luxon and Australia's Anthony Albanese wrap up their Annual Leaders' Meeting with fresh commitments to cooperation and regional resilience.
Foodstuffs expands facial recognition technology to a fourth Christchurch store, New World Stanmore, boosting safety for shoppers and staff.
Over 1,000 Mexican avocado growers smashed a Guinness World Record with a 15,000-pound bowl of guacamole after a banner harvest season.
The South Island's first Rural Training Hub is coming to the West Coast, training more doctors, nurses and midwives for rural NZ communities.
New Zealand paramedics will soon have prescribing powers for certain medicines, easing pressure on emergency departments nationwide.
Wairarapa MP Mike Butterick's National Party-branded gifts to local schools have stirred conversation among parents and educators across New Zealand.
New Zealand's updated anti-money laundering identity rules mean fewer hassles for Kiwis and businesses from July 2026. Here's what you need to know.