Very proud Grandad of Benjamin and Samantha, Keira, Flynn and Ashton, Ty and Kody. Loved younger brother of the late Donald. ‘Our world became less bright today’. A celebration of Winston’s life and ...

Evacuations have begun as an out-of-control wildfire burning in Tongariro National Park continues to spread, now covering an estimated 1600ha. Residents of Waimarino (National Park) are being asked to ...

This month the Child Cancer Foundation is once again inviting Kiwis to bring meaning and heart into their homes by supporting its annual tea towel fundraiser. In its fourth year, the limited-edition ...

An out-of-control wildfire burning in Tongariro National Park has spread overnight, now covering an estimated 1000ha. The large fire in the Central Plateau broke out yesterday, triggering evacuations ...

Kawerau voters have selected two sisters to sit side-by-side on the Kawerau District Council. New Kawerau Māori ward councillor Gloria Leokava-Taani is the younger sister of second-term district-wide ...

Artist Tracey Finch is one of the artists exhibiting her work from a home studio during the BOP Open Studios art trail weekend in November. The BOP Open Studios art trail weekend returns from November ...

There’s a saying in New Zealand’s surf life saving community. “In it for life”. Waihī Beach resident Ian Robinson reckoned the mantra definitely applied to him. “Yep, i ...

Te Puke High School’s Te Ringa Āwhina students are set to shine on stage. The students from the school’s special education unit are gearing up to take centre stage in their upcoming production, called ...

Kiwi Trust (OKT) welcomes volunteers to get involved in its forest workday this Sunday, from 8.45am to 2pm. Those keen to help out should meet by 8.45am at Ōtanewainuku Shelter – which is opposite the ...

Next week there’s an opportunity to spread a little early Christmas cheer as Te Puke’s annual emergency services street appeal takes place. But please, don’t have rice on your gift list. The food ...

The countdown is on for Envirohub Bay of Plenty’s much-anticipated Climate Action Festival 2025, returning for its third year from November 9-16. The week-long celebration promises a vibrant mix of ...

Paws at the ready, pooches! Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s first Wander Walk is coming to Te Puna Quarry Park on November 8. The free, guided dog walk is one of five being held across the ...