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Katikati news
Parking cameras being trialled in Katikati
The licence plate recognition (LPR) system will be trialled for three months.
SH2 protests: Median barriers to be re-examined by NZTA
Residents have held several protests along SH2 against the barriers in recent months.
Votes are in for Western Bay of Plenty roles
Chris Dever elected to Ōmokoroa Community Board, Laura Rae is Maketu-Te Puke councillor.
Get your vote in to say thank you
Nominations for the community and business awards are now closed, but voting has started.
Preliminary results in for two local byelections
The byelections were prompted due to a death and resignations.
Scholarship duo graduate from youth programme
The three-day course teaches students the Dale Carnegie drivers of success.
Donegal Reserve soon to be home for doggies
The district council is working with community groups to furnish the park.
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Boat to ballot: Louisa Wall on Mahé Drysdale's uncharted course
Louisa Wall decodes how Mahé Drysdale's gold medals could shape Tauranga's future.
'Difficult and murky territory': Should you connect with your kid's friends online?
'It might mean that you need to censor your online behaviour and what you post.'
'Suffering financially': Kiwifruit growers doing it tough
'Increasing costs have been an issue for growers for quite some time'.
The youngsters who Razor should retain
Opinion: A few All Blacks debutants raised their hand high to coach Scott Robertson.
Ex-addict says roadside drug testing wouldn't have stopped him – but NZ should still do it
During his time on drugs, he drove high 'every day' and wrote off about six vehicles.
Costs 'just as out of control in Aussie': The Kiwis who have come home
Some jobs that once got 30 applications now get 300 in a week.
Rural News
First heavy snow, rain watches issued ahead of polar blast
A large swathe of the lower South Island is in the firing line.
Worker dies in incident on Morrinsville farm in Waikato
Police were notified at 8am today and WorkSafe has also been told of the death.
New highway route welcome – but what will it mean for Northlanders?
Another day, another Brynderwyns announcement – will this one come through for Northland?
Quirky town split over need for Burger King and Starbucks
Some see opportunity while other people in Tīrau like it just the way it is.
Two by two: Bay chainsaw champion chipping away at international success
Waretini-Hemara hopes to be the first Kiwi to compete in Chetwynd World Carving Champs.
'Healthy happy cows and people': Welcome to Jerseyhill Farm
“Michael always makes sure the cows are tended to before feeding himself.”
Lifestyle news
'Difficult and murky territory': Should you connect with your kid's friends online?
'It might mean that you need to censor your online behaviour and what you post.'
Hollie Smith: Painting nudes, regaining her voice and confronting infertility
Ahead of an art exhibition and tour, the musician reveals the true cost of creativity.
What I eat every day: A physio's tips to optimise your diet and exercise
Advice for how to harness your health and live better for longer.
Marriage is on a downward trend and here’s why
Opinion: Who wants to be resentful and unhappy?
Pain, peeling and blisters: How to soothe bad sunburn
New York Times: Experts recommend the best treatments if you've had too much sun.
Lisa Carrington on marriage, medals and making a boat go fast
At next year's Olympics she'll be 35. Dame Lisa Carrington explains why she keeps going.
Car news & advice
Collecting Cars Coffee Runs announced for Auckland and Christchurch
The Collecting Cars Coffee Run is back, this time with an event in Christchurch as well.
Chevrolet Silverado LTZ Premium HD review: we're not up to the tasking of testing this
We just couldn't find anything heavy enough to tow to do the Silverado HD justice.
Toyota demos pair of AI-powered self-driving drift cars
Toyota pushes the limits of AI-enhanced vehicle safety by... drifting!
OneRoof property news
Buyer gave agent just five hours to seal $3m deal on star architect's house
He got the home, but five years later he’s selling up after move to Australia.
Plumber found guilty of ‘significant criminal activity’ sells his Tamahere mansion
Award-winning home had an asking price of $4.95m.
Route 66 founder's Northland lodge sells for more than $4.7m
Auckland buyer fell in love with waterfront estate after overnight stay.
More local news
Events and gig guide for Katikati, Ōmokoroa, Te Puna, Waihī Beach
Western BOP events and gig guide.
Omokoroa’s Lizard rock removed
Removing the rock is part of the work to construct a roundabout at the busy intersection.
Traffic delays as SH2 protesters hit the road
Another protest is taking place against the installation of median barriers on SH2.
World-class Swiss choral group coming to Katikati
Proceeds from the show will go towards community events.
Matahui School scores a bullseye with Robin Hood play
'Robin Hood and the Sherwood Hoodies' is a musical comedy of the heroic outlaw.
Photos: 'Beautiful home' takes supreme award
Bay of Plenty and Central Plateau Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards.
'Freaky' parts of Te Papa's colossal squid on display
The exhibition centres around an interactive table display with parts of the iconic squid.
'Polar vortex' to influence NZ weather patterns as intense downpour forecast
People across the upper North Island are being told to brace for severe weather.
Another protest against SH2 barriers planned
Rain or shine, SH2 residents north of Tauranga are ready to protest once again.
No beach for Katikati and cliff to remain
Katikati Boating Club hope council will reconsider keeping Beach Rd's eroding cliff.
Katikati police report: Burglaries, thefts and petrol drive-offs
Local store broken into and other burglaries, motorcycles stolen and petrol drive-offs.
Volunteers flex their thespian talents for early NZ life experience
Students get a bit of a show as they learn at Athenree Homestead.
Katikati folk keen to communicate
This photo shows messenger Myra Tylee with her trusty bike at Katikati Post Office.
Who's best in the BoP? Finalists in hospitality awards announced
The awards celebrate the best dining establishments in the region.