New ZealandOutdoor experiences on offer at walking festivalThis year there are 29 guided walks.19 Mar 12:22 AM
New ZealandNaked Bike Ride: Why cyclists dared to bare allWaihī Beach locals saw a blur of naked bodies on bikes whizzing past them.18 Mar 11:20 PM
New Zealand‘Shockwaves:’ Senior driver concerned over cognitive testingA senior driver has questioned the fairness of the cognitive tests.18 Mar 05:30 PM
New ZealandJazz Fest begins in KatikatiLucky Strike, Katikatz Jazz Band and Samme and Kane will play at the Jazz Street Party.18 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandMuseum manager's toil recognisedPaula Gaelic credits team and community support.17 Mar 08:25 PM
New ZealandNightmare on SH2 causing heartache and havoc: Scott SimpsonOPINION: MP for Coromandel talks Western Bay of Plenty traffic.17 Mar 08:14 PM
New ZealandMuseum celebrates local flavoursWestern Bay Museum has an exhibition focusing on local food producers15 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandVeteran: Bofors gun is a ‘fitting symbol’OPINION: Gun serves as a reminder for those who paid the ultimate price.14 Mar 03:55 PM
New ZealandCoastguards pull off 'challenging' night rescue in CoromandelMeanwhile, Waikato Regional Council also rescued a grounded vessel.12 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandIn brief: SH2 roadworks; George turns 102; and Coastguard to the rescueTe Puna to Katikati community news at a glance11 Mar 10:53 PM
New ZealandSummer snaps of popular beachThe first Waihī Beach Snap Summer Photo Competition garnered 180 entries.10 Mar 09:59 PM
BusinessAvocado orchard joins flavours festivalThe avocado capital of Katikati welcomes new orchard tourism business.10 Mar 03:00 PM
New Zealand'Game-changer': Bigger, smarter rescue chopper added to BoP fleetA new 'top-of-the-line' chopper will service the region.06 Mar 09:34 PM
New ZealandBatter be there: Pancakes on the menu for studentsThe combined churches of Katikati are serving up breakfast on Thursdays.06 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandWestern Bay of Plenty, Katikati news in briefA quick glimpse into Western Bay of Plenty's community news.05 Mar 03:35 PM
New ZealandMissing 'tiny house pod' found nearly 100km awaySocial media users provided information to help locate the tiny house pod.04 Mar 11:39 PM
New ZealandKatikati gets jazzed up with street partyThe small town is the start-point for the Jazz Festival.04 Mar 08:25 PM
New Zealand'Ugliest thing in the world': Anti-aircraft gun at RSA village cops flak from residents'I can’t see how it can be a fitting memorial given those who have died because of it.'01 Mar 05:57 PM
New ZealandPot plants in potholes: 'Creative' ploy to get road fixed successfulIt comes after roundabout grass was baled by a rogue farmer in the same community.28 Feb 11:04 PM
New ZealandPrankster takes a dig at council by planting potholesPotholes become pot plants in Te Puna.28 Feb 12:16 AM
New ZealandHe used his own struggles to help pave the way for othersJacqui Whyte will continue fighting for families of loved ones needing specialist care.26 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandVietnam veteran from Katikati gives insight into hardship of military life'As a veteran, I was there – sometimes I still am.'26 Feb 12:26 AM
New Zealand‘Totally reckless' planning rules on holdDangerous intersections and heavy traffic on SH2 not addressed - councillor.23 Feb 06:56 AM
New Zealand'Great concern': Mayor's worry for people using congested SH2 as new route delayed'You do it one day and it takes one hour and the next day it takes two hours, it's hard.'21 Feb 04:00 PM
Commonwealth GamesKatikati wrestler Suraj Singh wins 57kg title at Oceania ChampionshipsThe Commonwealth Games medallist has won the 57kg title at the Oceania Championship.21 Feb 01:29 AM
New ZealandGolden wedding couple prove naysayers wrongThe Waihī Beach couple had some pushback when married, but here they are, 50 years on.20 Feb 10:28 PM
New ZealandUnique piece of Katikati history returns for public displayOriginal shop mural submission finds its way back home.20 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandSolving clues and digging for cashThe scavenger hunt took entrants to Waihī Beach’s picturesque spots20 Feb 12:17 AM
New ZealandNovice cat show for all breedsThe show has a section for first time domestic moggies.19 Feb 10:52 PM
New ZealandBest season yet for little dotterelsBrighton Reserve had the largest dotterel breeding colony this season.19 Feb 10:08 PM
New ZealandExpectations surpassed from Christmas campaignChrismas campaign raises $86,000 for Waipuna Hospice.19 Feb 09:51 PM
New ZealandNew look bar and restaurant for The Club KatikatiNew venture is part of changes for The Club — previously Katikati RSA and Citizens Club19 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandRoundabout grass mown down by vigilante hay balerLong grass is being turned into hay on a busy Bay of Plenty roundabout.18 Feb 10:00 PM