Katikati news
107.3 Kuaka FM back on the airwaves
Ōmokoroa kids radio station Kuaka FM up and running again.
Road work ramps up for summer along SH2
Big summer of road maintenance coming up for the Western Bay.
No carpet, no go for toy library programme
Weekly activity Minikidi can’t go ahead on grimy carpet.
New toys wanted for gift appeal
The gifts are for children who attend a Christmas dinner.
Pedestrian platform will help slow down busy intersection
School kids create signs to help spread the road safety message.
Don't ditch your old stuff, get it fixed
The next pop-up event will be held in Katikati on November 9.
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Think you’re not flexible enough to take up yoga? This 74yo will prove you wrong
Bill Hale is showing everyone it's never too late to start something new.
'More strategic' hiring: Talented jobseekers struggling to find work
There is still some pain to come but the mood is lifting, a recruiter says.
Zespri's grim warning over rogue Chinese production of NZ gold kiwifruit
Pirate kiwifruit: Zespri challenged in identifying where the fruit is going.
Kāinga Ora spent $300m on housing projects at risk of being cancelled: Can the money be saved?
Two projects have alone cost $73m. If they are cancelled will the taxpayer funds be lost?
Mark Lister: Comparing shares and property
OPINION: Experts suggest owning both asset types for balanced wealth creation.
NPC final: Savea rampages as Wellington seize extra-timevictory
The capital celebrates after the Lions' NPC victory over the Steamers.
Rural News
Watch: Increasingly loud highway bridge becoming 'unnerving' to cross, truckie says
New decking is to blame for the “increased noise”, but the bridge is fine, NZTA says.
Noxious weed? The gorse discourse of the 1940s
Kem Ormond takes a look at the world of farming back in the day.
Vege tips: Asparagus - to plant, or not to plant
OPINION: 'I buy asparagus from the local radiator shop but here's how you can grow it'.
More women and girls playing rugby in NZ than ever before
A record 33,757 women and girls play rugby, a 15% increase this season in NZ.
Remembering Beryl Lee: A trailblazer in harness racing
Beryl Lee left school and started working with horses at the age of 13.
'It was a rollercoaster': Couple recognised for 30 years of business success
Clare and Tony Davies-Colley have led key Northland businesses and Whangārei developments.
Lifestyle news
Think you’re not flexible enough to take up yoga? This 74yo will prove you wrong
Bill Hale is showing everyone it's never too late to start something new.
Singaporeans pay $40m for 24.9% of five-village retirement chain
'This is a capital-intensive business. We really want to expand' – chairman Bill McDonald.
Explained: Why would Kmart expand in this tough retail environment?
Boss from across the Tasman explains the reasoning behind Kmart's expansion here.
JLL retirement village study: population up, companies adjust growth
Most older people do not live in such villages, even with 53,000 people there now.
Social media etiquette: The dos and don'ts of work group chats
How to avoid getting yourself in a pickle.
'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.'
Car news and advice
Porsche Macan 4 Electric NZ first drive: lead character
Porsche isn’t dropping the petrol Macan, but the all-new Electric really moves things on.
Rolls-Royce & Aston Martin celebrate Goldfinger 60th in their own special ways
Both brands played key roles in the seminal 1964 James Bond movie.
Rare Prodrive Subaru Impreza driven by Colin McRae hits market
An incredibly rare test car driven by the rally legend could be yours...
OneRoof property news
Hey big spenders! 2024's biggest house sales revealed
Wealthy buyers spoilt for choice in 2024, but $10m-plus sales thin on the ground.
2025 housing market forecast: Can prices jump 7% after 'soggy' 2024?
With interest rates now tumbling, experts are predicting a better time for homeowners.
'It was just ghastly' - How a colour lover turned a drab home into a house of fun
Auckland interior designer Erina Emery on her 16-year passion project.
More local news
Could this be the North Island's most beautiful cycling trail?
Thompson’s Track could be North Island’s most beautiful trail, cycle group says.
Kiwifruit infrastructure sector needs market signals to invest more: Seeka boss
A million-tray cool store can cost around $25m so market guidance is vital.
500 doggies ready to strut their stuff
Categories include toy dogs, gun dogs, terriers, hounds, working, non-sporting and utility
Teddies and soft toys welcome at new market
Family fun day kicks off a new market in Katikati.
Sergeant Steve Hindmarsh delivers the latest on police happenings
Weekly report from Katikati police, October 10-16.
'Life-changing': Mum can eat for first time in years after $250k surgery trip
'There was a time when I didn’t think I’d see my kids become teenagers.'
Nominations open for 2025 Western Bay Community Awards
New 'Best Collaboration Award' added to celebrate joint community initiatives.
Western BOP events and markets
Events, markets and gigs for Katikati/Ōmokoroa/Te Puna/Waihī Beach
Plenty of art at annual sale
Original work in the exhibition on sale at affordable prices.
Top scores for Katikati jiu jitsu team on the world stage
Katikati were third place by points overall for no-gi team in juvenile, adult and masters.
Scott Simpson: Local projects in the fast lane
OPINION: Developments will make travel easier, grow the local economy and create jobs.
Plenty of events across Tauranga and Western Bay of Plenty
The third funding round for 2024/2025 will fund $192,693 for 18 upcoming events.
Driver rams another car off road, assaults a person and flees
Weekly report from Katikati Police - October 3-9
Halo to radiate across Haiku Reserve
Halo will deliver a repertoire of classic New Zealand and Aussie songs.