The South Island's first Rural Training Hub is coming to the West Coast, training more doctors, nurses and midwives for rural NZ communities.
The Echo Walking Festival concluded its biggest season to date, expanding to 45 walks across Western Bay of Plenty and beyond, with strong community turnou
Two Te Puke brothers, Obadiah and Thompson Nicholl, are remembered for their WWI sacrifice as Anzac Day approaches, with their names commemorated on local
Pongakawa School's annual quiz night returns June 7 with 'Once Upon a Legend' theme, expecting to raise funds for school facilities and junior block mainte
Western Bay Museum's new Unexpected Heroes exhibition honours five local New Zealanders and the animals who served in the two world wars, running from 28 M
Seven Anzac Day services are planned across the Western Bay of Plenty on 25 April, from dawn parades in Katikati and Waihī Beach to services at Oropi and T
A community recycling scheme in Waihī Beach is turning used food and beverage cartons into sustainable building materials, keeping tonnes out of landfill.
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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.