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Time for a home security check with warmer weather
There have been 10 burglaries in the district in two weeks.

Artist Marie Brown's work on display
Brown says her greatest achievement is satisfaction from positive comments.

Te Puke identity receives highest Lions honour
Michael Jones' service has been 'nothing less than outstanding'.

Western Bay-wide Climate Action Festival this month
Week of educational workshops, inspiring talks and engaging activities

School celebrates first special needs representative at AIMS Games
Te Puke's Charlie Ward ran the cross country and is competing in indoor bowls.

Cyclone recovery fund to assist with Western Bay road repairs
Several roads were damaged early in 2023.

Man accused of violent attack fights extradition to Australia
He is accused of attacking a man at a hospital.

Maketū teen surf ripper's big year
Newdick's Beach is Jayda Bramley's favourite surfing spot.

Kaituna's first waka in a century
A pilot project looks to foster reconnection with the awa.

Te Puke celebrates 65 years since kiwifruit got its name
New town crier and citizen of the year revealed.

'I can rent it to anyone I want': Builder censured for letting tenants live in shed
Board says the Bay of Plenty builder showed a 'disregard for regulation'.

Ideas sought for new playground at Paengaroa
The $180,000 playground will be built at Conway Rd Reserve.

Theatre thoughts from Te Puke Repertory Theatre
Are you a budding director? Te Puke Rep is looking for you.

More Te Puke events added to BOP Garden & Art Festival
Gardens on Wheels a new event for the town

One-stop sporting hub for BoP a step closer
The Bay of Plenty Movement HQ is one step closer to reality.

Jorja Mouat joins Aotearoa Flag Ferns in Finland
The code will be part of the lineup at the 2028 LA Olympics.

Transformative dirt bike therapy programme thriving in rural Te Puke
Youth Encounter celebrates three years in Paengaroa.

'Pause before you pour': Fatbergs cause issues in BoP pipes
Blockages cause wastewater to back up and then overflow.