Two Northland women train to become New Zealand's first footcare assistants, tackling diabetes-related amputations.
The Bower Christmas Light Trail invites Bay of Plenty whānau to explore festive light displays across the community and vote for their favourite property.
Katikati's Arts Junction hosts Christmas in the Junction from 15–28 December, featuring Santa visits, movies, kids' shows, and festive displays.
Western Bay Council unveils its Annual Report for 2024/2025 highlighting successes and future goals.
Project Parore has relocated to a new base in Katikati, boosting efficiency for environmental projects.
Western Bay of Plenty has new tsunami inundation maps to enhance community safety and preparedness.
The revitalised Dave Hume Heated Pool in Katikati is set to reopen with exciting improvements on December 17.
Kai Resilience maps crop swaps, food forests, community gardens and kai projects across Aotearoa — a Vector Group Charitable Trust programme. List free.
Vector Group Charitable Trust (CC45966) builds kai resilience, regional directories and digital tools from Te Puke. Here's how Te Puke Today fits the network.
Te Puke's Capitol Theatre reopens with exciting events and community engagement after three years of closure.
Russell Lowe, renowned for kiwi breeding, honoured in King's Birthday Honours for contributions to horticulture and the kiwifruit industry.
Kai Resilience maps crop swaps, food forests, community gardens and kai projects across Aotearoa — a Vector Group Charitable Trust programme. List free.
Ngāti Manawa aims to establish a forestry bio-hub to reverse economic decline in Kaingaroa and Murupara, potentially bringing new jobs.
Ngāti Manawa seeks to establish a forestry bio-hub in Bay of Plenty to create jobs and revitalise the local economy.
Get the latest on Western Bay's summer activities, library hours, and more. Find details for a fun and relaxing holiday season.
Recent colour-coded school reports raise concerns among principals about their simplicity and effectiveness.
Labour and the Greens argue the Employment Leave Bill will harm thousands of workers, promoting insecure work conditions.
Tertiary Education Commission reports a decrease in job website users after a $21.7m project.
The Firearms Safety Authority rebukes a firearms lobby group over allegations of police bullying and standover tactics.
H5N1 bird flu raises concerns for native wildlife as experts warn of potential catastrophic impacts.
Greenpeace argues that NZ First's pledge for oil and gas funding should be redirected to renewable energy initiatives.
Bulls School reports significant disruption due to the theft of copper pipes, affecting heating in classrooms.
Tourism operators are concerned about the impact of bird flu on New Zealand's vulnerable bird species.