New ZealandThe district where councillors are getting an average $29k pay riseThe Remuneration Authority has boosted the total salary pool, but not everyone is happy.22 Feb 04:08 PM
PremiumNew Zealand'Painful recovery': Mount businesses call for urgent financial helpTwo owners call for more council and government support.13 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandSafety restrictions eased on four homes after slipHomeowners must fund fresh geotechnical reports with their insurers.11 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandWestern Bay storm damage: What it means for homes, businesses, and district01 Feb 09:13 PM
New ZealandTauranga man dies in Poripori water hole incidentThe person is the second local to die at the swimming spot in as many summers.12 Jan 05:28 AM
New ZealandRoaming dog reports rise 80% in district'Unrestrained animals in our communities are posing a threat to people daily.'07 Dec 08:12 PM
New ZealandNew Bethlehem College Ōmokoroa primary school plannedThe primary school is expected to open by 2029, next door to the new preschool.27 Nov 07:35 PM
New ZealandJames Denyer sworn in as Western Bay Mayor again after 'toughest' term'It has not been easy, and yet there’s much still ahead of us.'05 Nov 05:21 AM
New ZealandVoter turnout up despite council's $70k cut to election spendingVoting bins at supermarkets saw strong support and boosted last-day returns.22 Oct 03:29 AM
New ZealandDenyer confirmed as Western Bay mayor after final countVoter turnout was 38.06%, slightly up from 37.6% in 2022. 17 Oct 02:25 AM
New Zealand'Every emotion': Candidate in close race describes tense 48-hour update waitKat Macmillan overturned a five-vote deficit to lead Andrew von Dadelszen by 192 votes.13 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandUpdated election results increase lead for DenyerThe results show just one change for the Western Bay of Plenty.12 Oct 08:33 PM
New Zealand'Really overwhelming': First-time Māori ward councillor reacts to poll resultDarlene Dinsdale says she has three years to ensure Māori voices are heard.12 Oct 04:00 AM
New ZealandWestern Bay mayor starts second term with focus on change and water reformsA regional deal could unlock funding for key housing and road projects.12 Oct 01:58 AM
New Zealand'It was worth it': After challenging term, Tapsell wins Rotorua in landslideThe mayor says she's ready to lead Rotorua again after first-term 'hate and threats'.12 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandJames Denyer re-elected as Western Bay MayorDenyer said he was “extremely happy and relieved” to be re-elected.11 Oct 05:50 AM
New ZealandLocal elections: Your last-minute voting guideVoting closes at midday Saturday, with results expected from 2pm.09 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandSmaller Bay of Plenty districts lead in voter turnout'Embarrassing' dancing and more social media focus are among tactics used to boost voting.07 Oct 09:42 PM
New ZealandFamily who fought council over unconsented dwelling have 'significant change of heart'They originally claimed they should be able to do whatever they wanted with their land.27 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandWhy a 19-year-old Aucklander wants to be Western Bay's mayorDanielle Borell-Faa’soo says she would move back to Western Bay if elected.23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMurray-Benge aims to scrap regional council if elected mayorHer goals also include cutting SmartGrowth and Priority One to curb council costs.22 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandA new cycleway and a kiwifruit traffic solution on Dally's agenda if electedGrant Dally wants a Te Puke to Tauranga cycleway if funding can be secured.21 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Bottom line': Regional deal must benefit Western Bay, says mayorDenyer backs a Katikati bypass, a project locals have sought for more than 100 years.18 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandReforming council culture the focus for mayoral candidate Suaree BorellShe says council culture must shift to make 'impactful decisions'.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral hopeful Rodney Joyce wants Ōmokoroa school in regional dealHe says finding a new chief executive will be the new council’s first key task.16 Sep 05:09 PM
New Zealand'Impacted for life': 79yo badly injured man among dog attack victimsDetails revealed as new figures show more than 100 people attacked.15 Sep 10:24 PM
New ZealandDon Thwaites pledges to sell council HQ if elected Western Bay mayorHe says two new offices in Ōmokoroa and Te Puke would be cheaper.15 Sep 05:00 PM
