Victim of fatal crashed named by police
The two-car collision injured seven other people.
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The 1063km relay to change how young people see mental health
The challenge aims to raise awareness of the struggles young people face accessing help.
'Fishing chick' itching to get her kontiki back in the water.
Heather Bustard is home from a hospital stint - the longest hiatus she's had from fishing.
'Eyesore': Rise in abandoned cars littering roadsides a 'concerning' trend
Western Bay of Plenty residents are frustrated by the delay in removing car wrecks
'All sorts of bacteria': DNA profiling Katikati's streams
An environmental DNA display at Western Bay Museum breaks down local streams.
Best Beach 2023: NZ’s top 10 hidden gem beaches - vote for your winner
Shh! We've got a secret... these are the country's best off the beaten track beaches.
‘Unsettling’: Fourth burglary at club in five months
Katikati Croquet Club have suffered big losses after another burglary.
'Huge community response': 4.5kg of rubbish picked up at Waihī Beach
More than 500 volunteers helped with the clean-up effort.
Best Beach 2023: Bay of Plenty spots vying to be NZ's favourite
Four Bay of Plenty locations named finalists in the Best Beaches competition
A serious crash in Whakamarama leaves motorcyclist with critical injuries
One person is in critical condition after a crash in Whakamarama on January 14.
Shark sighting closes holiday hotspot
The 1.5 metre bronze whaler was spotted swimming near the flags.
Watch: Footage emerges of crash that toppled power pole, downing live wires
Two people were taken to hospital after the crash, which closed the road for a time.
A festival of hope
River Sounds Festival is a biennial festival promoting mental health.
Warning to stay off beaches due to risk of rogue waves, big surges
Rogue waves could be strong enough to knock someone over and sweep them out to sea.
Community pest trap library comes to Waihī Beach
There's now a fully stocked community pest trap library in Waihī Beach.
Weather wipes out weekend events
A number of fairs and festivals were cancelled across the Western Bay due to the weather.
State Highway 2 near Katikati re-opened following serious crash this morning
Emergency services were called to the crash at 11.30am.
'Costs are exorbitant': Fate of Te Puna Community Centre decided
Last month, an announcement was made to close the Centre's doors.
Major road improvements complete in Ōmokoroa
Improvements have been made to Ōmokoroa Rd and Western Ave.
Joy for Katikati as A&P show makes comeback
Katikati A&P Show continues after a two-year hiatus.
New deck timely for boating club
Enjoy the views on the deck of Bowentown Boating and Sport Fishing Club.
SH2 fatal crash: Road reopened at 4am
The highway is expected to be blocked for some time.
Western Bay joins other councils seeking alternative Three Waters solution
Staff were asked to clarify the conditions of membership and future financial commitments.
State highways reopen in Coromandel, rain warning remains in place
The warning is in place until 11am.
Historic bike on show at army museum
Marilyn Subritzky's bike, owned by three generations, features in an exhibition.
Portraits presented to Katikati heroes
Unsung heroes were the theme for this year's NZ Mural Contest.
Hot, wet and humid: Aotearoa to swelter under high temperatures as rain moves in
Some places will reach close to 30C.
Flammable goods truck crashes, destroys parked car
'That's my car': Karen Pope was in a nearby shop when she heard smashing glass.
Sonic sleuths sought for BOB Squad
The reading programme also caters for rangatahi.
Flying high at festive parade
Big day for Katikati on Saturday with the Christmas parade and park celebrations.
Wet and humid weather from the tropics is here, heavy rain watches in place
Next week is expected to look much the same with more unsettled weather on its way.