Katikati News

Rising costs force AvoFest break until 2028

Rising costs and economic pressures have forced Katikati's popular AvoFest to take a year-long break in 2027, with organisers planning a 'refreshed... Read More

Police report: Warning about Facebook scams

Katikati Police is warning the local community to be aware of Facebook scams, with many false profiles circulating on the online platform. Please ensure care... Read More

Katikati band’s last concert for 2026

Katikati Concert Band has announced its last concert for the year will be Movie Music on November 1 at St Paul's Presbyterian Church. Band president... Read More

A lifetime of giving, a gift for the future

Sponsored Content Rodney Calver has spent years giving his time and energy to the Katikati community. Through Acorn Foundation, he has also chosen a way... Read More

Striving to find funds to help those struggling

Five Tauranga-Western Bay community centres have run a recent awareness and fundraising campaign to future-proof their existence. It's shining a light on centres... Read More

New free youth programme for Katikati

A free new course is on offer to young people in Katikati after the town had no such option since the Poutama - Pathway Into Employment programme ended on June... Read More

Poolside fitness to make a splash at Katikati

Swimming won't be the only way to get moving at Katikati's Dave Hume Pool this season. New group fitness classes using the facility's outdoor gym are... Read More

A cemetery-based comedy for Katikati theatregoers

Sponsored Content You wouldn't think a cemetery is the place for a comedy. But it is - and the Katikati community is being offered the chance to watch... Read More

Last roundabout for SH2 safety project

The seventh and final roundabout to be delivered as part of the State Highway 2 Waihī to Ōmokoroa Safety Improvements Programme is underway. Once complete,... Read More

Katikati wing foiler sets two records

Katikati wing foiler Jeremiah McDonald recently returned home from breaking two endurance records in Norway in his sport. Already, his sights are set on a higher... Read More

World of fun coming to Western Bay libraries

Western Bay Libraries are taking tamariki (children) around the world in 14 days these school holidays, with a range of fun crafts and activities inspired by... Read More

Old RSA building makes way for fast-food outlet

A Katikati institution came to an end this week as the former RSA building on the corner of State Highway 2 and Henry Rd was demolished. Earlier this year,... Read More