New Zealand'I knew it was a gun shot': Ōpōtiki Mayor speaks out on gang violenceHe wants the new Government to deliver more police for his town.25 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Ingrained hatred’: Should warring Mongrel Mob and Black Power be rewarded for good behaviour?An expert makes the suggestion as police crack down on gang violence.24 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandGang crackdown: Weapons, drugs, cash seized by police given special search powersPolice also made two arrests in Ōpōtiki amid gang tensions.24 Oct 02:41 AM
New ZealandMultiple gang-related shootings sparks police investigationA 29-year-old has been arrested in relation to the shootings17 Oct 06:05 AM
New ZealandKirkpatrick says local roots crucial in win over CoffeyEast Coast electorate reverts back to blue with Dana Kirkpatrick's election win.15 Oct 02:03 AM
New Zealand$1m! Small BoP town wins first divisionThe region was in the money again in last night's draw.11 Oct 06:42 PM
New ZealandNew $100 million harbour entrance opensThe entrance has been tested out by visitors and the community.26 Sep 01:51 AM
KahuWorld awaits kapa haka and orchestra's collaborationIt's been a five-year collaboration between composers and the philharmonia.07 Sep 06:58 PM
New ZealandWatch: Incredible footage shows massive slip east of ŌpōtikiThe road has now reopened in both directions via one lane.20 Aug 07:36 PM
New ZealandŌpōtiki gears up for Mataatua secondary kapa haka competitionThe kapa haka competition is set to start today at the Ōhui Domain.09 Aug 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo crashes in Ōpōtiki, one involving pedestrianPolice were called to both incidents this morning.08 Aug 10:10 PM
KahuEast Coast MPs unite to help whānau burialsBurials have been delayed for up to six months because of the water table.07 Aug 07:23 PM
New ZealandThe violent path to a Mongrel Mob boss' deathA series of 'violent incidents' in Ōpōtiki in the preceding days have been uncovered.15 Jul 02:09 AM
New ZealandHouse destroyed by fire in ŌpōtikiThe house was 'well involved' when fire crews arrived.23 Jun 09:32 PM
New ZealandMongrel Mob death: Man charged with attempting to pervert the course of justiceThe 49-year-old was scheduled to appear in Whakatāne District Court today.21 Jun 11:16 PM
KahuDenis O'Reilly: Jones reckons a gang member is effectively a domestic terroristOPINION: Despite what Shane Jones says, the police are doing okay with gangs.21 Jun 08:28 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Police allowing gang mayhem is a national disgraceOpinion: The law-abiding citizens caught up in the disruption deserve better.19 Jun 10:28 PM
PoliticsNational pushes for tougher sentences for gangs after Ōpōtiki tangi processionLabour's police spokesperson claims it is a lazy rehash of old National policy.18 Jun 02:00 AM
Kahu'Collecting rubbish from the streets': Film-maker says wrong picture being painted of ŌpōtikiKim Webby rejects political spin that town was held to ransom by the Mob.14 Jun 10:48 PM
New Zealand'We were not out-manned': District Commander defends police in ŌpōtikiHundreds of motorbikes, cars, utes and vans descended on Whakatāne and Ōpōtiki.14 Jun 08:09 PM
New ZealandPM says ‘gangs contribute nothing to society', gunshots reported in WhakatāneMongrel Mob Barbarians president Steven Taiatini was killed on Friday in Ōpōtiki.14 Jun 06:12 AM
New ZealandŌpōtiki Mongrel Mob procession: Police vow to impound vehicles, issue fines, charge driversMongrel Mob Barbarians president Steven Taiatini was killed on Friday in Ōpōtiki.14 Jun 01:39 AM
New Zealand'Gang members used to take off at the sight of police': Mark Mitchell deplores Ōpōtiki lockdownFormer policeman says we need to return to a time when police were in charge, not gangs.13 Jun 09:51 PM
New ZealandGang leader killed: 50 extra police sent to Ōpōtiki ahead of funeral'We’re taking due precautions to have the resources in the right place if they’re needed.'13 Jun 06:39 PM
New ZealandŌpōtiki death: Closed schools a 'shocking illustration' of lawlessness - NationalNational said the situation was a result of Labour 'having no plan to deal with gangs'.13 Jun 02:29 AM
New ZealandMongrel Mob homicide: Police seeking info on burnt-out vehicle ahead of funeralThe burnt-out vehicle was located on Sunday morning on Waiotahe Valley Rd.13 Jun 12:54 AM
New ZealandŌpōtiki homicide: Police seek information on burnt-out vehicleSteven Taiatini died following an incident on Saint John St in Ōpōtiki on June 9.13 Jun 12:44 AM
New Zealand'Unacceptable': Schools close as gangs descend on Ōpōtiki - PM"This is a situation that police need to get on top of," Hipkins said.12 Jun 08:30 PM
New Zealand‘Red patches everywhere’: Heavy gang presence in town after man’s deathGang members “coming into town thick as anything … and there’s cops everywhere” - resident10 Jun 07:50 AM
New ZealandPolice name man who died in ŌpōtikiCPR was performed but the man died of his injuries.10 Jun 12:40 AM
New Zealand$5k raised for Ōpōtiki animal rescue after 'frenzied' dog breaks in and kills three catsThe council has also put a 'humane' dog cage on the property.01 May 01:23 AM
New Zealand'Frenzied' attack: Dog breaks into cattery, kills three cats'It was a horrible way to die for the cats.'28 Apr 01:15 AM
New ZealandCutting the grocery bill: The 'biggest mistake' you can make revealedMeet people growing their own food - and learn how you can too.14 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandHow to save money: Meet people growing their own food - and learn how you can tooYour guide to growing your own fruit and vegetables.14 Apr 06:00 PM
