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Whakatane tourism film captures people and place

A new film showcasing Whakatane to visitors hopes to give viewers a glimpse of the true essence of the Eastern Bay of Plenty town, by featuring locals enjoying... Read More

Radiographers plan further strike action

DHB employed Medical Imaging Technologists will be taking further strike action this week. According to a statement released by APEX, MITs voted down the latest... Read More

More mud and more fun at Mud Dog Run

It's time to get muddy with your pooch. Sunday, November 10, TECT All Terrain Park will be overrun by dogs and their owners for the second annual Mud Dog Run. Hosted... Read More

From garden to table to classroom

The garden beds appear overgrown as flowers, grass and a few weeds weave their way between the plants, but everything is planted with a purpose. The barley is... Read More

OPINION: Steamers just do enough to win promotion

There are times in sport when only the result matters. Forget about the dodgy tactics or the inability of players to perform under pressure. At grand final time,... Read More

Labour Weekend road toll stands at one

The road toll for Labour Weekend stands at one. It's only the third time since 1955 the toll has been that low over the long weekend. The last time was in... Read More

November to kick off with drier weather

WeatherWatch.co.nz has some good news for people who are fed up with how windy it has been lately, a high pressure system is on the way. "November looks to be... Read More

Diverse line-up at BOP Pitch Night

A packed crowd at 2019 BoP Pitch Night enjoyed a diverse line-up of pitches that elicited both tears and laughter throughout the night. Big Brothers Big Sisters... Read More

Thames attempting to smash Steampunk world record

A gathering of steampunks in Thames this month could become the largest in the world. Steampunk the Thames is vying for a Guinness World Record for the largest... Read More

Road users set to benefit from sharrow initiative

District road users will notice new road markings on several streets in the area during the coming months. As part of the Active Whakatāne initiative, Whakatāne... Read More

Cannabis summit still at SkyCity

New Zealand's first international medicinal cannabis summit, MedCan 2020, will still take place at SkyCity Auckland Convention Centre on March 18 and 19 next year,... Read More

Large scrub fire near Whangamata

UPDATED 5.43PM: A helicopter has been called in to help battle a large scrub fire near Whangamata. Fire crews were called to the fire, which is located on Waihi... Read More