NZ Vegetarian Society spokesperson Philip McKibbin says vegetarianism can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of age, culture, or religion. Well-planned vegetarian and vegan diets are suitable for every stage of life, and vegetarian cuisine can be found everywhere. October is Vegetarian Awareness Month, and the NZ Vegetarian Society is highlighting […]
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Struggle to afford glasses
Many New Zealanders are unable to afford a basic tool to see clearly – glasses. More than 70 percent of people seen at the recent Salvation Army-OneSight clinics failed vision tests. Many of these were able to have their vision corrected immediately at the free clinics, with glasses issued on […]
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Leeder reappointed to Chair
Doug Leeder has been elected unopposed to a further term as Chairperson of the Bay of Plenty Regional Council Toi Moana. Councillor Jane Nees has also been returned unopposed to the role of Deputy Chairperson. The inaugural meeting of the 11th Triennium of the Bay of Plenty Regional Council began […]
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Watch: “Whakatāne – Our People, Our Place, Welcome,”
A new film showcasing Whakatāne to visitors hopes to give viewers a glimpse of the true essence of the Eastern Bay of Plenty town, by featuring locals enjoying what they love about the place. Produced with a small budget, unpaid local personalities take viewers on a journey from dawn till […]
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Hinerangi Goodman takes seat at Council.
Results for the 2019-22 triennium Local Elections for Mayor, Council and Community Board have been finalised today following a tie in the Murupara-Galatea Ward of the Whakatāne District Council elections. The final vote count showed that candidates Hinerangi Goodman and Alison Silcock had drawn with 262 votes each. Clause 58(5) […]
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Aniwhenua facilities vandalised
The Lake Aniwhenua ablution block was destroyed by vandals during the weekend. Extensive damage has rendered the facilities unusable, directly prior to the high-use summer season that sees hundreds of visitors through the site. The vandals, whose identities remain unknown at this stage, removed the basins, toilet seats and wall […]
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Local pipi poachers fined
Court convictions and fines for taking thousands of pipi A group of men who took more than 5,000 pipi from Ohiwa Harbour in Whakatāne have been convicted and fined for their offending. Riki Gavin Burnett, 47, pleaded guilty to a charge of possessing 620 pipi and was convicted and fined […]
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Zirka Circus – Into the Future
Zirka Circus, the only circus of its kind in New Zealand, has just embarked on a 10-year anniversary tour with its new show – Into the Future. Zirka Circus has successfully been entertaining families in New Zealand for over 10 years and this brand new show will be bringing a […]