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'We would have been annihilated': Pensioner's flooded flat to be demolished
Brian Thorne is upset to be losing his home by the sea.
Western Bay pushes ahead with water fluoridation despite ruling
'Council is maintaining a watching brief on legal developments.'
Flood-damaged pensioner flats to be demolished
Seven homes to be demolished after floods ripped through seaside town of Waihī Beach.
'Significant uncertainty': Council defers crucial 10-year planning document
Western Bay's Long-term Plan is deferred due to a 'lack of clear national direction'.
Flood survivor, 73, says units found ‘unsafe for elderly’ should be demolished
Future of flood-damaged pensioner units is to be decided this week.
'Radical idea': Mayor’s managed retreat idea divides council
A late addition to a submission to the Government about managed retreat was presented.
Study shows proposed ferry service risks high costs
Projected fares prompt transport boffins to recommend people rely on buses instead.
Who, when, where: What to know about $21.4m boost for affordable rentals
'It’s our responsibility to look after those who have provided for us.'
Another byelection triggered as second board member quits
It is the second byelection announced for the district in as many weeks.
Bay of Plenty councils identify projects involving man accused of forgery
Nationwide, potentially 1000 building consents and 40 local authorities could be impacted.
Family members face raft of charges over alleged unlawful buildings
An Aongatete family are facing charges of illegally erecting buildings on their land.
No longer just a holiday destination: Western Bay average property values cross $1m mark
But there are concerns about what this means for pensioners on fixed incomes.
'Now...not in 30 years': Leaders ask Govt to fast-track Golden Triangle highway
The highway is a key arterial route linking Auckland, Tauranga and Hamilton.
'Critical' $2b-plus roading overhaul timeline under fire
Some leaders might not even be around when it's time to "cut the ribbon".
Waihī Beach floods: Community “worries every time it rains”
Residents have vented their concerns after flash floods ripped through the seaside town.
Western Bay council could put off Annual Plan adoption
The final decision will be made on June 14, when the council’s Annual Plan Committee meets
Inflation clauses costing councils millions
A leading economist says more businesses are including escalation clauses.
The Premium Debate: Mum of injured teen speaks out after street racers arrested
Our readers have their say.
'It was pretty nasty': Driver hits out as potholes cause damage
Motorists lodge 33 complaints in 10 days.
Storm-hit district facing $20m repair bill awaits funding clarity from Govt
Councillor questions $9.8m spend on one road when $4m to re-open another too 'difficult'.
'I will earn the right to be MP': Candidate, 26, says he's prepared to 'fight' for seat
“I’ve got the skills to be the best possible advocate for the Bay of Plenty."
Street racers need a 'safe, controlled' space, says 'petrolhead' ex-mayor, advocates
Community leaders support calls for safe venues after illegal street racing gatherings.
Rotorua's Cyclone Gabrielle repair bill set to rise
Combined estimates from councils bring the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle to over $16m.
Western Bay estimates summer storm damages to cost between $15 to $20m
Tauranga City Council estimates the cyclone's damages to cost close to $400k.
Revealed: More than $44k paid out to council staff in ACC claims
Soft tissue injuries are by far the most common ailment affecting Rotorua council staff.
Revealed: How working from home has drastically cut injuries at one workplace
Working from home has had a direct impact on workplace injuries.
Council pay outs for personal grievances revealed- but no apologies
More than $186,000 has been paid out by two councils - a third wouldn't give its figure.
Council pay outs for personal grievances revealed- but no apologies
Jobs losses and payouts: personal grievance claims at local councils revealed.
Opinion: Cut the grass, not the costs - it'll be worth it in the long run
OPINION: Kiri Gillespie says let's not welcome tourists back with scruffy berms.
All you need to know about the BOP state of emergency
Bay of Plenty Civil Defence announced a region-wide state of emergency on Monday.
'Clear and compelling case' for ferry service, but it could cost $17m
A business leader says in his view the study makes "no new progress".
'Absolute mess': Monster waves wipe out beach - storm's not over
Coastline warning to remain in place until Saturday.