Climate wrap shows how Bay's 2023 weather bucked norms
Temperatures were 'above' or 'well above' average for much of NZ last year.
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He bought a 32ft yacht instead of a house. Now, he's planning a two-year mission to Wales
Sailor most excited to 'see how I react when situations aren’t going that well'.
Motocross rider Flynn Watts gains valuable US experience
Riding in the US was reflected in Summercross performance.
‘Cooking with gas’: Forecasters surprised to find NZ in another marine heatwave
On a day tipped to bring scorching temperatures, our seas are also running unusually warm.
Chopper case: Dog owner's son in court over abusive Facebook pages
'Don’t do anything stupid like that again', says judge.
Teen hoping to revitalise Te Puke Highland Pipe Band
Hector was 8 when he started learning to play bagpipes
The place serving 2000 free meals a week
'People can come any time if they’ve got no food.'
Final preparations underway for Te Puke A&P Show
A smattering of new events, plus old favourites, on A&P Show programme.
'Absolutely appalled': Mum of teen vaper says axing Smokefree laws a step back
One parent called for 'moral leadership' from National.
Christmas meal made with love
A team of local organisations organise a yearly lunch for families in Katikati.
Opinion: What our recycling says about us
OPINION: It’s on us, as responsible citizens, to take care of our own waste.
Park Rd intersections a guessing game
Roads along Katikati’s Park Rd have no road signage or markings.
Education crisis: How bad has the system become and what can be done to repair it?
Parents around the country are concerned about the quality of our education system.
Why the Mount's UV level isn't as blistering as it may appear
Popular beach's index sign to be fixed after showing high reading.
Mystery boat a ‘blight’ on small town’s main street
Some residents have come to see the vessel as an eyesore and a potential danger.
Get your skates on locally
Western Bay of Plenty ha a range of skate parks throughout its small towns.
Playing detective at Waihī Beach
Registrations are open for the Waihī Beach Scavenger Hunt.
Best of Premium 2023: State highway pothole plague - the regions with the most revealed
Pothole plague: The quality of roading is 'leaving a lot to be desired'.
Record year for Te Puke Fire Brigade
The brigade has had four calls so far in 2024.
So you want to quit your job? How to get hired after 50
Recruiters' top tips for overcoming age discrimination in the employment process.
Police release names of pair killed in Broadlands Rd crash
Circumstances of two-vehicle crash remain under investigation.
Cherished pets reportedly killed by roaming dogs over holiday period
Whakatāne District Council impounded over 500 roaming dogs in its last financial year.
Cathedral Cove alternatives provide coastal Coromandel experience
Alternative visitor options have been created near Cathedral Cove.
The art of movement
An established British artist shares his work at Katikati's Carlton Gallery.
Woman's death in Tauranga not suspicious, police say
Police were called to an Aria View property in Bethlehem on Sunday evening.
Health battles to Hairy Maclary: Our top 10 videos of 2023
Visual journalists Alex Cairns and Andrew Warner share their top five videos from 2023.
'Laughing stock': State highway potholes under fire
One motorist slammed the quality of some roads as being 'patches on patches'.
Western Bay welcomes in the New Year
Western Bay of Plenty celebrates the New Year
'I talk to him every day': Woman speaks about losing her partner of almost 30 years
Jean's partner, Bruce, died in 2022 after almost a decade of living with heart disease.
Editorial: Uplifting survival tale also highlights water safety basics
OPINION: Our editorial on the critical issues raised by Will Fransen's survival story.
Katikati Avocado Food and Wine Festival set to draw crowds
More than 30 food and drinks stalls, live music destined for Katikati’s party day