'Rat runners' label 'unfair to rats': Councillor lashes out over clogged roads
The problem is believed to be making traffic congestion on SH2 worse than it should be.
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Another boost for Abbeyfield home
An Abbeyfield residential home is destined for Katikati.
Race review: Katikati’s Aryton Hodson big part of winning motorsport team
Ayrton Hodson won in his class at the Golden Homes North Island Endurance Series.
Food prices: How to stop throwing your money in the bin
An expert shares how people can make the most of their groceries as living costs increase.
'Quite serious': Drug-dealing, homelessness, burnout concerns for closed, storm-hit road
It's likely to be at least another year before a decision on the road's future is made.
'Too much pressure': Mum sick of SH2 traffic puts house up for rent
Another mum had to move her child's daycare so she could get to work on time.
'People are incredible': Thousands flow in for dad desperate to stay alive for son
The outpouring of support has blown the family away.
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'.
Deaf couple use sign language to organise new house build
The Lessings worked with builders and tradies via sign language to create their new home.
Stacey's taking her first steps, once again
Stacey Roche has taken on her biggest challenge, walking unaided.
Comment: Community sends clear message on rates rise
Plan addresses developments, facilities and helping attract families to Katikati.
North Island set for more sub-tropical downpours today
After last week’s deluge, more rain on the sodden soils could mean slips and floods.
'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."
'Utterly ridiculous': Motorists complain of long delays on SH2
Waka Kotahi warns peak hour traffic on 'sensitive' stretch of SH2 will be bad for a while.
'We need it': Mayor vows to fight to keep link road on track
"This is a very important roading project."
'I’ve got to fight': Cancer dad's desperate bid to stay alive for his son
He hopes to raise $100,000 to pay for a "miracle" drug he believes can extend his life
'Particularly tough time': Bad weather prunes kiwifruit crop volume
One of the lowest volumes in the past 20 years is expected for Green kiwifruit.
BoP road information, latest rainfall amounts
The region is in clean up mode after days of rain.
Western Bay creative projects get a boost
The latest Creative NZ funding round delivers financial support to 10 diverse projects.
Ex-librarian on to chapter 100
Lillian Sissons is one of two Lexham Park centenarians.
Katikati Festival of Cultures: Homeland pride celebrated
Katikati is celebrating its diversity with the Festival of Cultures.
Katikati launch for choreographer's dance workshops
Jared Hemopo hopes to bring dance workshops to remote areas.
Green birthdays celebrated with tree planting
Forest & Bird milestone birthday celebrated.
Weather: Intense rainfall brings flooding and slips to BoP
Motorists were trapped on the Kaimai Range as heavy rain pelted the region.
Drop-in session to discuss Heron Cres redevelopment
A community drop-in session will be held to discuss development plans
Live: Highways blocked, motorists trapped, rivers rising as heavy rain hits BoP
An orange rain warning is in place for the Bay of Plenty and Coromandel Peninsula.
'Time is of the essence': $30-40 million bridge to replace SH25A Coromandel
There are three options for a permanent solution to fix the highway.
Fresh rain warnings issued for the Bay of Plenty and Coromandel
More wet weather on the way, plea to be prepared
May the fourth be with you
Today is a special day for Katikati Star Wars superfan Emily Warnock
New Katikati community patrol car a boost for local security
The new MG ZS SUV is a welcome upgrade for the patrol from their 20-year-old NissanTiida.
Treasures of Culture exhibition is set to begin in July, but they need your treasures
The Treasures of Culture exhibition at Western Bay Museum invites community involvement.
Outdoor work of art for Katikati
St Peter's Anglican Church is the new home for Katikati's latest artwork.