Tourist operators say one of the worst seasons in years
March is normally a booming month for overseas tourists to the Eastern Bay.
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Rotorua's Dancing for Hospice, Night Markets, races latest casualties of coronovirus
"We have now been affected by this pandemic."
Oxfam fundraiser that raises millions, cancelled
The cancellation comes as a safety precaution.
Te Hui Ahurei a Tūhoe biannual festival cancelled
The biannual festival will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2022.
Driving programme helps people off the pathway to prison
The New Zealand Howard League for Penal Reform celebrated its success in the Eastern Bay.
More than $36 million earmarked for Whakatāne regeneration
The benefit of partnerships to the fore of speeches at PGF announcement.
'Inspiration': Eruption survivor's heartening recovery photo
Jake Milbank says it's good to be "breathing in some fresh air".
Meet the first Kiwi band to top NZ singles chart since Lorde
But Shadbolt can't pinpoint what it is about In the Air that makes it so popular.
State of unrest: Hottest temperature recorded on Whakaari/White Island
The temperature in the lava lobes was sitting at its hottest temperature to date.
'This will stay with me forever': White Island guide three months on
Kelsey Waghorn says months following eruption the longest she's spent on land in years.
Mayor throws street party to celebrate harbour entrance funding
Last month the Government announced a huge investment into the new harbor entrance
Minister unaware youth charity staff charged before his visit
"The minister [Willie Jackson] had not met with them before or visited them since."
'Frustrating' pace of Bay of Plenty Regional Council climate emergency
Has the Bay of Plenty Regional Council provided more than just talk?
Vacancies filled after byelection flop
Murupara Community Board struggles to fill seats.
Coronavirus: BOP Regional Council staff work from home to test response
It comes on the day the second case of COVID-19 was confirmed in New Zealand.
'Gross breach of trust': Education consultant received $150K in kickbacks
The former employee admitted receiving secret commissions from a new contract.
Firefighters battle large manuka blaze in Ōpōtiki
Crews from across the region are working to extinguish the blaze.
Matatā triple fatal: WorkSafe lays charges over horror crash
Worksafe have laid completed an investigation into the crash.
Firefighters battle Ōpōtiki caravan blaze
The blaze was not being treated as suspicious.
Watch: 'Huge progress' - White Island survivor learns to walk again
"Although I have my moments, I am proud of the huge progress I have made."
Rawiri Waititi to stand for Māori Party in Waiariki
The 39-year-old's candidacy was today confirmed in Rotorua.
Batten the hatches! Heavy rain expected for the Bay of Plenty
Rainfall rates could reach up to 40mm in some places!
She was in love with her tattoo. After she survived White Island it tells a new story
GRAPHIC WARNING: The tour guide has shared a glimpse into her hospital recovery.
Whakaari/White Island: Extended outside help needed, counsellors say
"They [outside support staff] all kind of come in and then they all disappear."
Whakaari/White Island: State of unrest remains on island
GNS Science today released an update on the situation at the volcano.
Eruption tragedy costs council $500k
Whakatāne District Council staff meet with Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta.
'I don't remember almost dying': White Island survivor learning to walk
The tour guide says she doesn't remember the "really gnarly stuff".
More than 20 jobs on the line: Bay HealthCare NZ workers to protest job cuts
The protest will take place at 3.30pm outside the HCNZ office in Mount Maunganui.
Graeme Simpson: Big night of bike films coming to town
The Big Bike Film Night is coming back.
Two arrested after operation targeting organised crime
Police raid clandestine lab believed to be used for manufacturing methamphetamine.
Cordons down, police presence still at Whakatāne address
Police say it's part of an ongoing operation, no risk to the public.
Mental health team involved in Whakaari response recognised
The service was made available to anyone who needed it. Referrals weren't required.
One person dead after a crash in Matatā
Police staff alerted just after 3.30pm. The highway is closed between Pikowai and Matatā.
'I wouldn't be here without you:' Whakaari/White Island survivor's message of thanks
Tour guide Kelsey Waghorn has given an update on her progress from her hospital bed.