Katikati News

Scarecrow contest and garden safari inspire

Organisers are hailing the success of two community events that brought people together through creativity, learning and a shared love of gardening. Grow... Read More

Accessible changing facility opens at Waihī Beach

A sense of community pride and inclusion filled Waihī Beach last Saturday as people gathered to celebrate the official opening of a new high-needs accessible... Read More

Kids’ hunting & fishing comp set to be a cracker

Aongatete youngster Makaira Adamson can't wait for next weekend to arrive. She's been watching her parents Scott and Sarah Adamson accumulate a massive prize... Read More

Easter bonnet extravaganza calls Katikati creator

If Lioness Jo Hurne has her way, Katikati's memorial hall will become a sea of feathers, glitter and architectural headgear on Easter Saturday, April 4, as her... Read More

3D illusion painting and ceramic art in Katikati

Two exhibitions by local artists are on display at the Carlton Gallery inside The Arts Junction until March 22. Ōmokoroa painter John Wilson is displaying... Read More

Football goals vandalised ahead of new season

Katikati Football Club has been left devastated, angry and heartbroken after newly purchased goal structures at Moore Park were damaged overnight last Friday. Katikati... Read More

Children's 'try-athlon' returns to Ōmokoroa

Sixty-five children from nine Bay of Plenty schools have so far registered for this year's 'have a go try-athlon” at the Ōmokoroa Domain. Hosted by... Read More

The 11-year-old national tennis champion

An 11-year-old from Katikati is building an impressive tennis resume as she makes her mark on the national tennis stage. From small-town courts to a national... Read More

Poutama settles into new base

Katikati's Poutama - Pathway Into Employment programme began for 2026 with a new cohort on Monday at a new base. But their unique way of working with... Read More

Dan leaves a lasting legacy to his club

Tributes are flowing for an incredible man who left an indelible mark on every facet of Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services Inc - including generations of members... Read More

Kids’ fishing and hunting comp is back

Wake up kids - for those wanting to enter this year's Katikati-based Kids Hunting and Fishing Competition on March 27-29, early bird entries are now open. After... Read More

Surf Boat Spectacular at Waihī Beach!

One of the biggest surf boat weekends seen in New Zealand took place at Waihī Beach on Waitangi weekend. Hosted by Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services Inc from... Read More