Local News

Putting the blame on our drinking culture

In a culture that often encourages people to drink their body weight in booze, it's more important than ever to remember that alcohol and pregnancy don't mix. Drinking... Read More

A man of many strengths

You don't need to twist Aron Innes' arm to pin someone else's to the table. The 26-year-old physiotherapist has a firm grip on the world of arm wrestling, and... Read More

Katikati ’2DRESQ’

The Wright Family Foundation has come '2DRESQ” of St John Katikati after donating a new ambulance to the area. The ambulance will be on the roads, servicing... Read More

Oops! When is full too full?

In town hall parlance, it's an 'OOPS”. And there are ten good reasons why you, as a ratepayer, will be 'OOPS'd” and your blue recycling bin will be... Read More

Oodles of cuteness and lemon curd cake

The mayor turned up, and so did three of the All Blacks Sevens team. Fletch, Vaughan and Megan - three breakfast radio jocks - also made an appearance, as did... Read More

All USA Day celebrates motoring icon

Ford Mustangs have lit up the silver screen since Steve McQueen's Bullitt in 1968, and this weekend enthusiasts can get up close to some of the most admired models... Read More

To market, to market

Summer is on its way, and so too are the multitude of markets the Western Bay has to offer. Art, craft, bric-a-brac, food, produce and plants are all on offer,... Read More

Sneak preview of Santa in the Bay

Christmas is almost upon us, and so too are the annual parades that offer a sneak preview of the man in red before he decides if we've been naughty or nice this... Read More

More than 50 years of storytelling

Phyllis Johnston grew up in a family where stories were as valuable as money. As a young girl she would sit down with her parents while they took turns retelling... Read More

Earthquake potential sees Cargo Shed scrapped

Six months ago, the inside of the Cargo Shed - the iconic building on prime waterfront real estate on Dive Crescent - was set to be upgraded in time for the upcoming... Read More

Work under way on fare-free school buses

Work has begun on plans to offer fare-free buses for students living in Welcome Bay as a one-year trial for 2019. The Bay of Plenty Regional Council's public... Read More

Fruit and science to combat diabetes

Two Eastern Bay of Plenty schools are receiving a Tauranga-made gift along with fruit funding to help fight a major health issue in their community. Children... Read More