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Firefighters ask people to be extra careful
With more callouts and facing Covid-19, 2020 has busy so far for firefighters.
Eight Covid 19 cases in Bay of Plenty DHB
The number of cases in the Bay of Plenty DHB has risen from six to 10 in 24 hours.
Truck hits large fallen tree on highway
The crash was on State Highway 33 between Maniatutu Rd and Allport Rd.
Zero rates rise - councillors' agreed goal
Chairman Doug Leeder said the general rates decision to gives "certainty" to ratepayers.
Teen swimming for a cause close to home
"We are so very proud of him and behind him all the way:" Principal.
Coronavirus: Fingers crossed for Europe-bound kiwifruit crop
A total of 155 million trays of kiwifruit are expected to be picked this year.
Police diverting traffic in Te Puke town centre
Traffic is being diverted down Oxford St.
Piano practice: Self-isolation spent learning song
Retirement village resident describes self-isolation as odd.
Varsity are pre-season visitors
Coronavirus has delayed the arrival of Rangiuru's new playing jerseys.
$100 monthly bonuses for drug-free staff
"It's not just about health and safety. It's about the quality of the work too."
Govt rules out relaxing drug testing in forestry industry
A shortage of tree planters has been threatening the Government's One Billion Trees goals.
New attraction: Te Puke's kiwifruit slices now in place
New kiwifruit-themed attraction for Te Puke
Kiri Gillespie: Water hoggers need to heed Bay's water restrictions
Their actions could affect us all.
Hose ban lifted in Bay of Plenty town - other restrictions remain in place
Restrictions have been lifted for hand-held hoses, although the sprinkler ban remain.
Rawiri Waititi to stand for Māori Party in Waiariki
The 39-year-old's candidacy was today confirmed in Rotorua.
Miracle outcome: Toddler escapes permanent head injury after serious fall
The girl proved to be too smart and strong for her own good.
Council looks for slippery surface solution
Community view sought as council looks to balance safety and maintenance costs.
Canine capers new for Te Puke A&P Show
Dog contests add to fun events at Te Puke A&P Show.
Campaign seeks support for centre
Target of $100,000 set for month-long fundraising campaign.
Water ban in place for Te Puke area
A water use ban, effective immediately, is in place over the greater Te Puke area.
Tapping into alarm's impact
Te Puke could be swamped with people in the event of a tsunami.
High-tech, lights-out kiwifruit operation
New technology offers new solution to maximising coolstore capacity.
Charity shop becoming dumping ground
Dumping, theft of donations and scattering of goods are all causing issues.
Maketū mail tampering a mystery
Mail is being opened then put into a different mail box.
History through children's eyes
Pre-school teachers use this history on their doorstep as a tool.
Te Puke Fire Brigade's new, old truck
Historic fire truck finds a new home in Te Puke.
Street artist creates towering Teresa
Artist feels nothing but love from Te Puke community.
Man who died in hospital after Kaimāī truck crash named
The crash on State Highway 29 on December 23 left him critically injured.
Armed Offenders Squad block off Te Puke Highway
A police presence has been felt in Te Puke.