Katikati news
'Destined to be a teacher'
A teacher who spent 45 years at two Katikati schools passed away this month.
Katikati police report: John Deere Gator stolen, graffiti in Ōmokoroa, vandalism of local tavern
Weekly report from Katikati Police.
‘Potentially lethal’ shellfish warning for BOP, Coromandel
Anyone gathering or eating shellfish from this section of coastline could get sick.
Sergeant Steve Hindmarsh covers local Police updates
Weekly report from Katikati Police.
Host families needed for international students
Katikati College are expecting an influx of international students for 2025.
Lions clubs focus on diabetes
The event is a walk around the rim of Waihi’s Martha Pit this weekend.
Easter Sunday remains a day to shop
85% of people supported the policy continuing to allow trading on Easter Sunday.
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Opinion: Beware, not all mortgage rate drops will follow OCR cuts
OPINION: Mark Lister warns: 'Not all rates will fall equally' despite recent OCR cuts.
Letters to the editor: Greenfield site better option for new pool complex
Opinion: Our readers have their say.
High hopes, no new homes yet: NZ Super Fund, Classic partnership
'No titles have come through yet for build partners to commence the construction.'
Opinion: Trump v Fed - a showdown ahead as interest rate cuts continue
OPINION: US inflation stabilises, but Trump's policies may complicate Fed's strategy.
He bought his first student flat at 18. Now he’s a professional investor
Landlords in the Deep South say if student flats are well run, they don't get trashed.
Letters to the editor: Guy Fawkes so-called 'fun' terrible for animals
OPINION: Our readers have their say.
Rural News
Vet tackles AMR myths in fun video series for World AMR Week
New videos highlight how to prevent AMR in animals and protect public health.
Students 'in tears': Proposal to axe 'invaluable' apprenticeship
The Waipā campus in Rotorua is 'the only facility of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere'.
Rylee Ward returns to his old stomping ground
Rylee has an impressive list of credentials for a 20yo rodeo rider.
Whakatu Freezing Works: The history, the industry and the aftermath
Ewan McGregor, a 79-year-old historian, says he's got "a few books in me yet".
Meet council, share ideas at Whangārei A&P Show: Vince Cocurullo
Join Mayor Cocurullo at A&P Show to discuss council plans and enjoy free activities.
'Would’ve given up months ago': The teacher who cycles over hilly paddocks every day
Cyclone Gabrielle turned the Kererū Gorge road into a chasm.
Lifestyle news
Society Insider: Tenby Powell's cancer bucket list; property mogul Nigel McKenna's big year
A $100m hotel and spa and globe-trotting with rising hospo star partner.
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.
Car news and advice
What were the biggest stories in motoring this week?
These were the biggest stories in the motoring world from DRIVEN Car Guide for the week!
2024 AA DRIVEN Car Guide NZ Car of the Year: vote for Peoples Choice and win $5k of fuel or charge credit!
Which is your favourite top-10 car of 2024? Vote now and you could win.
How long can you go with the fuel light on?
Do you fear the fuel light? Or embrace the thrill of it?
OneRoof property news
After three months of slashing, are the biggest mortgage rate cuts behind us?
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
Will 0.5% OCR cut automatically mean cheaper home loan rates?
Mortgage expert also weighs in on the impact of Donald Trump's election victory.
More local news
Thrice the Christmas fun
The fun starts with music, food and festivities at Christmas in the Park.
A season of summer kicks-off in Waihī Beach
The free event includes live entertainment, food trucks, farmers market and activities.
Murals to make the heart sing
Local primary schools are contributing to outdoor murals to beautify an area in Katikati.
Local Woolworths baker is among the top four
Shehan competed in a bake-off at Manukau Institute of Technology.
College hosts major Pasifika festival
Nations from all over the Pacific were represented.
Knockout ambition: Champion teen boxer eyes Olympics
Motekiai commutes from Te Puna to Rotorua to train.
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.
The season when the creative get Christmasy
Decorative upcycled trees will debut at the opening of Santa’s Grotto.
Weekly report from Katikati Police
Never engage with cold callers, Sergeant Steve Hindmarsh warns.
Doggies go walkies throughout the Western Bay
Doggy Day Out party coming in March.
Ōmokoroa Artists wowed at expo foot traffic
The exhibition was on at Ōmokoroa’s newly renovated Settlers Hall.