Environment

Shellfish biotoxin warning for Eastern BOP

The public are being warned not to collect or consume shellfish gathered from the eastern Bay of Plenty region due to the presence of biotoxins. 'Routine... Read More

DoC: Rat numbers may double by 2090 without $150M

Rat numbers could double by 2090 if climate change gets really bad, says the Department of Conservation (DoC) as it hunts urgently for $150 million in extra... Read More

Summer: Fireworks spark kiwifruit orchard fire

Fireworks are being blamed for a fire at a kiwifruit orchard in the Coromandel town of Pāuanui. Fire and Emergency New Zealand said the blaze started just... Read More

296ha blaze near SH47 started accidentally

An accidental 'mishap” with a vehicle is believed to have started the fire in the central plateau, which is now fully contained. Fire and Emergency... Read More

Logs removed from Whakatāne bridge

Built up debris was being cleared from underneath Whakatāne Bridge this week. Heavy rain events over past weeks have left woody debris piled up against the... Read More

MPI confirms no hornet nest found in Bay of Plenty

The Ministry for Primary Industries has refuted concerns of yellow-legged hornets reaching the Bay of Plenty. This follows a social media post of a suspected... Read More

Helicopters called in to tackle Tongariro blaze

Dozens of firefighters and five helicopters are at Tongariro National Park this morning to tackle a large vegetation blaze. Mild conditions overnight helped... Read More

Roaming dog reports rise 80% in district

Reports of roaming dogs in the Western Bay of Plenty have risen more than 80% in a year, with experts warning it could lead to dangerous and unpredictable situations. Tauranga... Read More

Biotoxin shellfish warning issued for BoP coast

New Zealand Food Safety has issued a public health warning urging people not to collect or consume shellfish along the Bay of Plenty coastline, from just north... Read More

Western Bay Council services during summer

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is helping residents make the most of the festive season with a summer guide covering everything from library hours and... Read More

Celebrating 60 years of Bay of Plenty Rose Society

Roses are red, violets are blue, this year marks the Bay of Plenty Rose Society's 60th anniversary, and members welcome you to join them too! The society... Read More

Council reminds DIYers to check before they dig

DIY is a time-honoured tradition for every Kiwi, but before you 'dig in” this summer, Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council is reminding landowners... Read More