Rotorua Daily PostGang ambush witness describes gunfire"Pop, pop, pop": A witness to an extraordinary gang clash on the streets of Whakatane has described how frightened motorists ran for their lives.18 Jan 03:28 AM
Rotorua Daily PostPolice seek footage of BoP gang clashPolice appeal for film of a funeral procession after shots were fired during a gang clash in Whakatane yesterday.17 Jan 10:10 PM
Rotorua Daily PostGangs break 'universal rule' to not fightPolice arrested multiple people after shots were fired at a Mongrel Mob member Tahu Kingi's funeral procession going from Kawerau to Whakatane.17 Jan 04:20 PM
Rotorua Daily PostArrests after shots fired at gang tangiMultiple arrests have been made after shots were fired at a Mongrel Mob funeral procession in Whakatane.17 Jan 02:42 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRees' family affair at Superbike ChampsIN ACTION: Whakatane's Tony Rees [Honda CBR1000RR], is the new points leader in the Superbike class after intense racing at Teretonga 15 Jan 09:30 PM
Rotorua Daily PostGang brawl during funeral processionA brawl between two rival gangs involving weapons broke out during a funeral procession in Whakatane yesterday.13 Jan 07:40 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWould you like flies with that?Pak'N Save has apologised after a customer found a fly and its eggs in a packet of mince in a Whakatane store.11 Jan 10:36 PM
SportRed-hot Rees wins againSCORCHING: Whakatane's Damon Rees (Honda CBR600RR) in action during the opening round of the New Zealand Superbike Championships in 09 Jan 02:47 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMan killed in New Year's Day crash namedMan died after a truck rolled on Thornton Rd in Whakatane on January 1.03 Jan 09:59 PM
Rotorua Daily PostOne dead after truck rollsOne person is dead after a truck rolled on Thornton Road in Whakatane about 12.30pm. The truck is believed to have hit another vehicle 01 Jan 12:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostChildren's hospital ward tested for methA report that someone may have used P in the toilets of Whakatane Hospital's paediatric ward a year ago resulted in a partial closure of the area.29 Dec 11:30 PM
Rotorua Daily PostBaby joy for cancer victim's familyNew daughter has dad wrapped round her finger, say couple who started charity to help kids after losing their son.23 Dec 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostSummercross coming to WhakataneCAPTION: Australian rider Dean Ferris (Altherm JCR Yamaha YZ450F) is expected to be at the pointy end of the field at Whakatane on 21 Dec 11:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostFatal mobility scooter crash into riverAn elderly man has died after the mobility scooter he was driving went into a river in Whakatane today, police say.17 Dec 12:04 AM
Rotorua Daily PostFaster broadband after upgradeFast broadband is available for more households in the Bay of Plenty region as part of a $5 million upgrade across rural New Zealand. Chorus 16 Dec 01:31 AM
Rotorua Daily PostKopeopeo Canal Remediation works to start soonThe removal of sediment from a section of Whakatane's Kopeopeo Canal looks set to start in the coming months. A press statement from 15 Dec 01:43 AM
Rotorua Daily PostPopular summer festival celebrates 10th birthdayThe Ohope Beach Festival will celebrate its 10th birthday when it returns in the new year. It has become a quintessential part of 08 Dec 01:01 AM
Rotorua Daily PostPepper-spraying of young girl an 'accident'A Whakatane police officer pepper sprayed a 10-year-old girl and her mother, but it was carelessness, rather than a deliberate act30 Nov 08:33 PM
Rotorua Daily PostCoroner: Forestry worker not to blame for his deathA coroner has disagreed with a WorkSafe finding that blamed an experienced forestry worker for the accident that caused his own death. Rotorua 30 Nov 12:22 AM
Rotorua Daily PostHave a Go day to build bus use confidencePeople with mobility challenges, a disability, or have anxiety about using public buses are encouraged to come and try riding the 28 Nov 09:54 PM
Rotorua Daily PostMan attacked with machete and steel pipeMan suffers leg and arm injuries in machete attack.22 Nov 05:26 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHead-injury cricketer faces demons (+video)Circle_see_more_DP.epsFACING DEMONS: After being hit in the head with a ball, Rotorua cricketer Karl McKnight is preparing to return 16 Nov 09:37 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhakatane men found 'bobbing' in seaTwo fishermen spend hours in the water and are rescued by the last boat crossing the Whakatane bar.15 Nov 11:34 PM
Rotorua Daily PostDreamworld scraps killer rideDreamworld has permanently closed the raft ride that killed four people.08 Nov 08:23 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua tennis sides dominateFOCUSED: Rotorua's Mia Wardlaw impressed for her side on the weekend. PHOTO/ STEPHEN PARKER 051116sp10.JPGRuth_Dacey_MAY16_happy.epsTennis Rotorua 07 Nov 02:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostPolice looking for Eastern Bay manEastern Bay of Plenty police are looking for Terry Vercoe also known as Karekare Tarie in relation to a robbery. He is known to 07 Nov 12:05 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua sides target victory trebleFOCUSED: Rotorua-Lynmore captain Shaun Tamai and his side are looking to maintain their unbeaten run. PHOTO/ FILE A_170116tennis.JPGRuth_Dacey_MAY16_happy.epsTennis Rotorua 03 Nov 07:30 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhakatane Museum receives $1.5m grantWhakatane's Museum and Research Centre has received a $1.5m Government grant for its major redevelopment project. Arts, Culture and 26 Oct 08:33 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPolice dog teams look to retain titlesCOMPETITION: Senior Constable Dave Robison and German shepherd Isaac from Whakatane (left) and Senior Constable Phillip (Tiny) Taylor 23 Oct 09:37 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTrust scholarships provide for a switched on careerThe Eastern Bay Energy Trust will award its 100th scholarship to support local people to train for a career in the electricity industry. In 19 Oct 10:23 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Rats 0-36 Fernbirds on Uretara IslandUretara Island, in Ohiwa Harbour, is now free of rats, and native birds are thriving, thanks to the work of dedicated volunteers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Oct 10:58 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWatch NZH Local Focus: Rats 0-36 Fernbirds on Uretara IslandUretara Island, in Ohiwa Harbour, is now free of rats, and native birds are thriving, thanks to the work of dedicated volunteers. Made with funding from NZ on Air.Watch18 Oct 10:45 PM
Rotorua Daily PostKiwi gets X Factor judge hot and botheredTrojahn Tuna is 23, covered in tattoos and boasting so much sex appeal Iggy Azalea could barely contain herself.12 Oct 09:30 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWatch NZH Local Focus: 50 tonnes of massive mussels in OpotikiCheck out these mussels! New Zealand's first commercial open ocean marine farm, off the coast of Opotiki brings in its first harvest. Made with funding from NZ on Air.12 Oct 05:30 AM
