How a community group rescued a wetland
The area has been transformed into one of the best places for wetland birds
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Changes to Te Puke's booze rules
Changes are aimed at reducing alcohol related harm in the community.
Trust aims to bridge the cycleway gap
The Te Puke Trail Trust's first goal is to bridge the Waiāri River.
A war spent at sea: 99-year-old sailor remembers
Ron Wallbank and his father Edgar both served in World War II.
Teachers' real world learning
Teachers are getting the chance to connect with real world science.
What law change means for Te Puke neighbourhoods
New rules allow more homes and different kinds of homes where demand exceeds supply.
Boaties rescued after rolling on Kaituna Bar
Rescue brings change of mindset for boatie.
Students examine forest and shore
MOWS programme inspires students to consider environmental careers.
Students open to debate
Team member EJ Sigue selected for national debating development team.
Te Puke High School's upward NCEA trend
Term 1 has seen a continuation of disruptions to school life.
Man charged with threatening to kill PM restrained in court
Richard Sivell was restrained on the courtroom floor, later claiming he was "kidnapped".
Revealed: The Kiwi product included in this year's Oscars goodie bag
Goodies included arm liposuction, a plot of land in Scotland, and gold-infused olive oil.
Mayor's surprise merger call described as 'unacceptable'
Garry Webber says the time will come for merging. All but one of his councillors disagree.
'Something to hug' Te Puke woman's bunnies for Ukraine kids
Rabbits bring comfort and medical supplies to those caught up in conflict.
Community patrollers' new wheels
Volunteer patrollers offer and extra pair of eyes and ears for Police.
Years of interesting and interested visitors to The Elms
Volunteer guide will miss the beauty and serenity of significant heritage site.
Two deaths: Workplace, rural incidents under investigation
The deaths occurred at two separate incidents in Ōmokoroa and Te Puke.
One dead in incident at rural property in Te Puke
Police were alerted at 1.40pm today.
Serious injuries after crash between Rotorua and Te Puke
One vehicle is reported to have overturned.
$2 million a hectare: Gold kiwifruit orchards set new price record
But caution advised as economic headwinds threaten.
Park idea gets cautious bark of approval
More consultation events coming at Pukehina Beach and Maketū.
Locals in running for farm awards
Bay environment contenders include sheep, beef and dairy farmers, and horticulturalists.
Landowners urged to join estuary revival bid
Wai Kōkopu began in late 2020 to restore catchment's main rivers
'Exciting phase': Business Park on track to meet milestone
The first stage will set the tone of the business park development.
Pukehina development rate up for discussion
Three Waters reforms triggers debate about development rate.
'Shattered': Slow recovery for Te Puke boy finally home from hospital
The "shattered" 7-year-old still can't go to school or see his friends.
Team effort to support community
Cafe facilities being given over to make meals for the community.
Everybody needs good neighbours
Kai and connection are themes of this year's Neighbours Day
BOP dairy ram-raided for second time in a year
Police said inquiries into the incident were ongoing.
'It's pretty magical': Fresh start for mandate-affected BOP school
New kereru sculpture is a result of the school's centenary celebrations
Ōtamarākau's Robyn Rosie recognised
Overseas teaching exchanges are a highlight of a long teaching career.
Hundreds gather for Pongakawa burnouts
Residents are seeking changes to an intersection in an effort to move boy racers on.
TECT Community Awards: Locals up for recognition
Events, groups and individuals bidding for People's Choice award.