Katikati news
Dogs euthanised after fatal attack on boy weren’t ‘menacing’ breeds
Three dogs were seized from the scene after Timothy Tu’uaki Rolleston-Bryan's death.
Nan’s ‘unbearable’ grief after 4yo moko killed by dogs
He was her 'last connection' to her late daughter, a Givealittle page says.
‘Dangerous’: GP wait times force local clinic to close books
Katikati health practice says poor funding has caused 'dangerous' wait times.
Toy library thanks community for new carpet
The Katikati Toy Library has a new lease on life - ready for 2025.
Push to reinstate 100km/h limit for notorious SH2 stretch
Public submissions sought to raise the SH2 speed limit to 100km/h.
Death without debt: How to DIY a funeral
A Western Bay woman is sharing ways people can minimise of the cost of funerals.
Co-operative grocery store pitched to battle food insecurity
Target recipients include those experiencing food insecurity.
'I decided to do it for me': Why council boss quit
He says being in chief executive roles for 10 years “takes its toll”.
Former PM shocked by trampled dotterel breeding ground
The Waihī Beach community is in shock after a series of disturbing vandalism incidents.
Rural news
Gloria's Invercargill farmlet a haven for injured owls
'I always give them a little blessing before they fly away.'
The Country: Te Radar on the Young Farmer of the Year finalists
Phil Duncan, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Amy Renelle, and Te Radar.
Car news and advice
Is this the SUV/ute hybrid we didn't know we needed?
The Deepal E07 Multitruck is a unique blend of SUV and light-duty ute. But will we get it?
NZ new-vehicle sales March: Ranger wins the month (just), RAV4 leads the year (by lots)
Ranger has some catching-up to do... but it's on the case.
Next-gen Hyundai Nexo FCEV debuts with bold looks, longer range
Nexo hydrogen car can now cover 700km from a 5-minute fill.
OneRoof property news
Expat buys West Auckland’s answer to Bali after vendors get out ‘ASAP’
Unusual lifestyle property snapped up.
OCR decision: Will Trump’s tariff slap put the brakes on interest rate cuts?
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
Antiques duo selling their 19th C mansion - $12m in Auckland but what about Nelson?
Grand villa is a hit on Airbnb.
More local news
Graduates say goodbye to school years
Graduates leave behind a legacy for younger students to aspire to, principal says.
Reptiles make for great pets, but they too are for life
Reptile World will showcase several species of reptiles at Katikati A&P Show in February.
Katikati senior constable to work in Chatham Islands
Katikati police are looking for a new staff member.
A day of culture for the Katikati community
Multicultural performances, music, interactive workshops and more.
Environmental group in the running for community of the year
The awards recognise groups that have made an outstanding difference to their community.
Communications, clocks and treasures among summer museum exhibitions
Historic clocks and communications at Western Bay Museum.
The Fox drew a record 25 teams
The total funds raised over the five years of the event is more than $200,000
A jolly good Christmas celebration
Christmas in the Park followed the festive Santa Parade on Saturday.
Let’s go, New Zealand ... it’s The Shania Twain Story
Q&A with Shania Twain tribute singer Liza Rebecca Walsh.
Centre at risk of more cutbacks
The centre will have to consolidate further if it does not get the help it needs.
Celebrities set to tame Waihī Beach and fairways
The Fox raises funds for the Waihī Beach Surf Club and Coastguard.
Festival celebrates the joys of avocado
Chef Brad King will be making avo-inspired treats on the hour during the festival.