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'Wrong business, wrong place': Protesters oppose industrial park plan on sacred wetland
The prospect of increased truck traffic raises safety concerns for children and cyclists.
'Casting them aside': Tensions rise as Tauranga bypasses water partnership
Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale objected to his council leaving Western Bay 'high and dry'.
Former council CEO among seven challenging Western Bay Mayor for top job
There are 55 people standing in the Western Bay of Plenty District Council elections.
'We stress every time it rains': Neighbours' flooding fight
Te Puke neighbours urge council to take action to stop flooding during heavy rain.
Rural community 'in shock' as industrial park greenlit
It will add up to 125 vehicle movements an hour on local roads.
'Some of the worst we’ve seen': Huge pile of concrete dumped illegally
Cleaning up the concrete and other waste is expected to cost between $25,000 and $30,000.
The amalgamation debate: Mayor claims 'no one’s prepared to act'
Tauranga mayor wants 'tough' conversations now. Where do the 3 other BoP leaders stand?
'God-given right': Family defends largely unconsented homestead on rural land
A family wanted to be left alone to develop their land without council interference.
'Oh hell, yeah': Pensioner moves from leaky caravan to new elder village
Steven Connelly, 67, has shifted into a new home in Katikati after six years in a caravan.
'Game-changer': Western BoP a step closer to Govt deal unlocking housing, jobs
The deal would aim to deliver 40,000 more homes and 35,000 new jobs.
$6.1m new bridge opens after 2023 washout
The 30m-long bridge replaces a temporary Bailey bridge in place since March 2023.
'Feared she'd lost half of her face': Mother's distress at dog attack on young girl
A pair of former dog breeders have been sentenced after their sire attacked a 5-year-old.
'Political bias': Rotorua debates LGNZ membership value
The annual subscription for 2025/26 will be $93,458, up about $8000 on the prior year.
Emergency water shutdown in Katikati
Katikati residents are urged to conserve water 'due to significant leak'.
Fatal dog attack: Community begins 'healing process' after child's death
A blessing has been given at Katikati Medical Centre, where staff tried to save Timoti, 4.
Dogs euthanised after fatal attack on boy weren’t ‘menacing’ breeds
Three dogs were seized from the scene after Timothy Tu’uaki Rolleston-Bryan's death.
Strokes of inspiration? Mayors Mahé and James hit the water
Households could save up to $5000 if councils collaborate on water services.
‘Island in the wilderness’: Proposed boundary shift sparks concern
Residents say the proposed boundaries ignore local geographic ties.
Nan’s ‘unbearable’ grief after 4yo moko killed by dogs
He was her 'last connection' to her late daughter, a Givealittle page says.
Three dogs euthanised after fatal attack on 4-year-old child
The breeds of the dogs have not been 'fully confirmed'.
LGxit: Another council legs it from LGNZ
Western Bay of Plenty Mayor James Denyer highlighted LGNZ's support for elected members.
Pumice quarry owners, land owner fined $272k for consent breaches
Paengaroa pumice quarry and landowner fined $272,000 for resource consent breaches.
Hopes for more homes, more jobs in regional deal
Western Bay of Plenty hopes to secure one of the Government's sought-after regional deals.
Former chief executive to return to Western Bay council
A familiar face will take the Western Bay of Plenty District Council's top job.
Lakes mates: Neighbours team up for regional deal bid
'Working with our friends down the road.'
$60m BoP bridge and interchange to boost economy
Industrial development Rangiuru Business Park near Te Puke has reached a major milestone.
'Massive revitalisation’: The new builds changing the face of Tauranga
Tauranga's city centre is seeing a massive revitalisation for private and public projects.
Auckland Anniversary Day: Should the Bay of Plenty ditch it for its own day?
Why does most of the North Island celebrate Auckland Anniversary Day?
Council chief executive quits
'He has guided our council during a time of significant change.'