Katikati News

Forums launched to guide WBOP’s future growth

From Te Puna to Waihī Beach, a range of voices and perspectives are being sought to help plan for the future of three key communities in the Western Bay. Over... Read More

Waihī Beach farmers’ market re-opens

With the arrival of spring, the Waihī Beach farmers' market re-opens this Saturday, September 27, offering a variety of new and former vendors. Held from... Read More

A real rural garden among ramble gems

When you step into Maryanne Calver's garden, your mind slows, the weight of the world lifts and you never want to leave the peaceful setting with a view of farmland... Read More

BOP avocado growers donate windfall fruit

The Bay of Plenty avocado industry has banded together after 'devastating” winds hit more than 400 orchards, with some losing 90% of their fruit. Growers... Read More

Ulster 150th events attract settler descendants

Two direct descendants of Katikati's first Ulster Irish arrivals - who happen to be married - brought their extended family over the Kaimai Range from Hamilton... Read More

Dressing and dancing like it was 1875

The furs, gloves, scarves, headpieces, jewellery were on and the fine gowns and suits spick and span as more than 200 people enjoyed the Settlers' Dance. According... Read More

Rugby connection with Ireland acknowledged

A former All Black gave his Irish rugby shirt he received on a 1974 New Zealand Rugby Union tour of Ireland to Katikati last Friday. Te Puke business Graeme... Read More

Damaged roofs, fences, trees in Katikati

Katikati experienced a wild weekend of unprecedented high wind, which left roofs and fences damaged, fallen trees and cancelled events in its wake. Katikati... Read More

Vehicle parade to rev up 150th anniversary

Katikati's weekend to mark 150 years since the arrival of the Ulster Irish settlers in 1875 is about to rev up! With a bunch of free events on in the town... Read More

Irish seanchaí debuts in NZ at Katikati

On his first visit New Zealand, Irish folk singer and storyteller Colin Urwin will land in Katikati this weekend as the town marks 150 years since the Ulster... Read More

Time-travelling settlers to mark town's 150 years

A unique way of travelling back in time to mark 150 years since the Ulster Irish settlers arrived in Katikati back in 1875 is on offer to the community this... Read More

Fundraiser to support Ōmokoroa Playcentre

Ōmokoroa Playcentre's popular Pre-Loved Fundraiser is back this month, offering the community a chance to shop sustainably, find bargains and support local... Read More