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Day: February 24, 2021

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Maraenui Scrub Fire: Re-ignited, threatening houses

February 24, 2021February 24, 2021
news@newswhakatane.co.nz

Fire crews are back at the scene of yesterday’s scrub in Maraenui, near Opotiki. Fire crews were called back to the scene near Haupoto Rd, off State Highway 35, shortly after 2.30pm, Fire and Emergency NZ Shift Manager Mark Richards said. “The fire is at a Second Alarm, and there […]

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Toi EDA sees Opportunities in the Whakatāne Board Mill Review

February 24, 2021February 24, 2021
Katee Shanks

Last nights announcement that the Whakatāne Board Mill’s Swiss owner, SIG, is proposing to close the facility is a significant blow to the local economy. Employing over 200 highly skilled staff and a major processor of NZ wood fibre, the Mill is the backbone of the local Whakatane economy. Toi […]

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