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Katikati news
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.
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.
Katikati police report: Scams, thefts, arrests and more
Elderly couple fall victim to scammers pretending to be from banks.
Photos: 'Beautiful home' takes supreme award
Bay of Plenty and Central Plateau Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards.
Premium
'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.
'I don't feel safe': NZ's most burgled neighbourhoods - how does your suburb compare?
Use our interactive to see New Zealand's most burgled community.
Mark Lister: Cause for optimism in mid-year market report card
OPINION: It was a lucrative first six months of the year for investors.
Rural News
ECan chairman to face council as his future is debated
Councillors are set to discuss Peter Scott's role tomorrow.
'Losing their connectivity': Concern NZ Post is leaving farming areas
Postal services in Māpua and Upper Moutere are to stop next month.
'Suffering financially': Kiwifruit growers doing it tough
'Increasing costs have been an issue for growers for quite some time'.
Wairoa mayor continues call for regional council apology over flood
As the cleanup continues, some residents face an uncertain future.
'Large and complex': First Hastings district cyclone bridge fix done
A year and a half on from Cyclone Gabrielle, Chrystal Culvert in Tūtira is complete.
Lifestyle news
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.
How each Kiwi household wastes $1510 of food a year - and how to stop it
Grocery shopping or buying takeaways when the fridge isn't empty needs to stop.
Car news & advice
Lexus LBX Morizo RR with GR power confirmed for New Zealand
The littlest Lexus gets big power courtesy of the GR Yaris. And it's coming here!
Next-gen tech gives Kia EV3 enhanced range, faster charging
Kia's upcoming small electric SUV gets clever new battery tech.
Ferrari's first EV confirmed for 2025
Testing is well underway for the Italian company's first EV that will debut next year.
OneRoof property news
Why Aussie house prices hit a new high (and NZ's housing market is in a slump)
Australia has enjoyed 18 solid months of price growth.
Fixed rates of 5%? The case for interest rates to fall hard and fall fast is growing
Pressure on the Reserve Bank is growing.
Film chief strikes it lucky with $2.26m sale in 'most horrible market ever'
She's thrilled and relieved to find a buyer for her Auckland beach home.
More local news
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.
Matariki celebrated in Waihī Beach
The Matariki ceremony in Waihī Beach was held on clear, bright, stunning dawn morning.
'Desperate': Mum confirmed for $180k surgery in Germany this month
Pam Coburn is preparing for surgery and a 'brutal' recovery.
A sea of blue runners dashed through Katikati
The group hopes to make the fun run/walk an annual event.
Busy bees at work in new school garden
WBOP council staff donated their time as part of National Volunteer week.
'Determined to own': How low-income renters could buy a home in pricey region
Shared-ownership scheme offers chance to buy 60% stake in a first home, with a 5% deposit.
Median barriers: Residents protest on SH2
SH2 residents are protesting after NZTA's decision to resume works for median barriers.
'Significant mana': Hapū wants slip-damaged road to remain closed
Slips damaged Te Puna Station Rd in October 2022.
Ops shops concerned of cost of getting rid of unsellable and dumped goods
Waipuna Hospice as a group spend close to $100k in rubbish annually.