A Kawerau student has died after suffering a medical event while snorkelling at Lake Rotoma. A Police spokesperson said that emergency services were notified of the water incident at 10:51 this morning. The incident occurred during a Senior Education Trip. Tarawera High School issued a letter to parents and caregivers […]
Funding for Mussel factory and Digital Hub
The Provincial Growth Fund is boosting growth in the Bay of Plenty, with funding for digital connectivity and progress in a significant aquaculture project. Regional Economic Development Minister Shane Jones today announced a $400,000 Provincial Growth Fund grant for a regional digital hub in Ōpōtiki. Shane Jones made the announcement […]
$36.8 million for Regeneration Programme
A $36.8 million funding injection from central government will enable transformational change throughout the Whakatane District. The Whakatāne Regeneration Programme, which consists of partnerships between Te Rāhui Lands Trust, Ngāti Awa Group Holdings Limited, Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa and Whakatāne District Council, submitted two applications to the Provincial Growth […]
Three arrested following Police chase
Three people have been arrested following a Police chase this morning. Police observed a suspicious vehicle on Ngongotaha Road, Rotorua around 7.40 am. A police spokesperson said Police signalled the vehicle to stop but it failed to do so and fled. “Police followed the fleeing vehicle briefly before abandoning it […]
Police want to identify this man
Police are hoping to identify this man who is wanted to interview regarding a recent burglary. Any information can be forwarded directly to the Whakatāne Station on 021 1913944, or via the 105 number or via crime stoppers (0800 555 111)
Sunshine Gourmet Markets Set to Impress
A positive news forecast, more food vendors and a new venue isn’t the only new thing to the Sunshine Gourmet Markets with Fairview Aluminium and Ocean Ford this year; this is also the first year for online sales. Avid foodies have been flocking to the web to snap up their […]
Local tourism industry works to mitigate economic impact following Whakaari eruption.
Mitigating the ongoing economic impact for retailers and supporting Whakatāne’s local tourism sector is at the forefront of Whakatāne District tourism activities. Whakatāne District Council, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and Tourism Bay of Plenty are working together behind the scenes, as part of the wider recovery project, […]
Murder charge in relation to Edgecumbe death
Police have charged a man with murder in relation to the death of 45-year-old Thunder Savage at his home in Edgecumbe on 2 October 2019. The 54-year-old man has appeared in Whakatane District Court today and is due to reappear in Tauranga High Court in March. Police are not seeking […]