'Devastating blow' as Whakatāne Mill closure looms
Whakatāne is reeling 210 workers face losing their jobs at the long-standing mill.
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Proposed Whakatāne Mill closure a 'significant blow to the local economy'
The Eastern Bay of Plenty Economic Development Agency has spoken out about the proposal.
Sitting your driver's licence? These testing spots have the best pass rates
Testing challenges - and driving instructors share their tips and tricks.
210 jobs on the line: 80-year-old mill may shut down
The mill employs just over 210 people and is Whakatane's biggest private employer.
'Lifeline': $1.4m to create up to 30 conservation jobs
Up to 19 staff would be employed from one Rotorua business.
'It's devastating': Business owners thankful no one hurt in fire
A building, measuring 40m by 20m was engulfed in flames.
Watch: Sickening moment motorcyclists knocked off bikes
Police had investigated possible link to shooting on Friday.
Man shot in Bay of Plenty, police seeking information
The man was alleged to have been shot on SH30 near Te Teko.
'Critical' $3b transport plan gets green light to go to the public
Mode shift, public transport and climate change are key points of a new $3b plan.
Connection to Covid case in Whakatāne
Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi confirmed a staff member is a close contact.
Bay of Plenty hospitals face some visitor restrictions due to Covid-19
Visiting restrictions apply in the maternity ward and high-risk areas.
Wild weather: Wind and rain on the way
A subtropical low moves southwards onto the north of the North Island.
Amazing! 100% of profits donated to fire-ruined school
A blaze destroyed eight classrooms and a staff room, now the community is giving back.
'Huge': $1m-plus sales soar in small seaside holiday towns
The number of $1 million-plus properties sold in Waihi Beach has tripled in a year.
School to move classes to community hall following devastating fire
The fire early on Saturday destroyed eight classrooms and a nearly completed admin block.
Police respond to multiple crashes in Bay of Plenty
It was a busy night on the roads.
Local businesses have their say as Ōhope secures win for NZ's Best Beach 2021
Local businesses give Kiwis a glimpse of Ōhope and why it's the best beach in Aotearoa.
Christmas killing: Family speak after alleged murder of father-of-five
Wipatene Mason died after a violent incident on Christmas Eve, 'traumatising' his family.
Resolution in sight for 'insulting' newsletter
A councillor says he will withdraw his complaint to the Race Relations Commissioner.
'So p***** off': Newsletter criticises councillor for speaking te reo
A Grey Power member called the councillor's use of te reo at meeting an "insult".
More extreme weather events strike Bay of Plenty this summer
More extreme weather events, sea level rise and drought will increasingly pose challenges.
Whakatāne and East Coast: 10 gems to explore in the area
Whakatāne and the East Coast have an abundance of activities to enjoy.
Whakatāne council has apologised to iwi as slogan labelled 'insulting'
Whakatāne council has apologised to iwi after 'appropriating' a te reo slogan.
Mental health support not enough after eruption, shooting, says therapist
The disasters revealed a health system unable to deal with mass casualty events, she said.
'Community at heart': Policeman Kevin Taylor dies
The Eastern Bay area commander died two days before Christmas.
Number of jetskiers caught by speed radar gun a mystery, for now
Bay of Plenty's waterways have been "very busy" so far.
Woman charged over death of man in Kawerau
A woman has been charged with assaulting with a weapon.
Teen with broken collarbone hooks 360kg black marlin
15-year-old relied on strength of his legs to bring in big fish.
Lingering shark closes Ōhope Beach
The shark had been taking the advice of lifeguards and swimming in between the flags.
Natzke unbeaten at Whakatāne Summercross
The annual Summercross event was held near Matata on Sunday.
Motorbike rider in Waikato Hospital after Murupara crash
The crash in Ngaio Place was reported about 7.15am today.
Whakaari/White Island tragedy: Charges revealed
For all organisations on each charge the maximum penalty is a fine of $1.5 million.
WorkSafe's White Island prosecution adjourned to next year
The case will be heard in March next year.
Uncertainty soon to end for Otakiri Springs
It has been a long, hard year for the Bay of Plenty water bottling plant.