About 11.30am last Friday 6 January, Tūhoe iwi kaimahi (workers) discovered a woman with a leg injury at the Panekire Hut on the Waikaremoana Track, Te Urewera during a routine maintenance visit. She was found with a group of walking friends who sought help to get her off the track […]
Fatbergs found in Whakatāne and Murupara wastewater systems
Some gross surprises in Whakatāne and Murupara’s wastewater systems has prompted Whakatāne District Council to remind the community about what can and can’t be flushed down toilets and drains. Council Manager Three Waters Glenn Cooper said the team has been disappointed to come across several small fatbergs which have taken […]
Arrest made in relation to the murder of Korrey Whyman
Police have this morning arrested a man for the murder of Korrey Whyman in Rotorua in September. Korrey, from Kawerau, was shot inside a vehicle as it travelled on State Highway 33 towards Mourea early on the morning of 25 September. She received a serious gunshot wound to her head. […]
Eastern Bay road safety champion recognised
Eastern Bay road safety champion Lorreen Hartley has been recognised with a Kotahitanga Awardfor her dedication to reducing alcohol-related harm on our roads. Ms Hartley was awarded by the Safe and Sustainable Transport Association and recognised for herwork with the Alcohol Recidivism Tikanga Programme – a life-changing course run in […]
Hanbars for harbour design
In October 2022, the final concrete hanbar was cast for Ōpōtiki’s new $100million harbour entrance. These hanbars surround and protect the 400m long seawalls being built to provide year-round river access to Ōpōtiki town and wharf. Hanbars are heavy concrete structures which protect the harbour’s rock core from sea erosion. […]
Police urge caution with scam email circulating
Police are aware of an email scam circulating that references Police and other justice sector partners. The email claims authorities have done a search of the email recipient’s computer and located explicit illegal material. The recipient is directed to reply within 48 hours or a warrant will be issued for […]
Rise in recycling bin contamination
Contamination in greenwaste and recycling bins is seeing too much compostable and recyclable material being sent to landfill. Whakatāne District Council Manager Solid Waste Nigel Clarke said staff had noticed an increase of rubbish being placed in kerbside greenwaste and recycling bins. “It’s disappointing to say the least,” said Mr […]