The 10th annual Rangtaiki River Festival will take place today at Thornton Domain. Hundreds of anglers are expected for the popular Rangitaiki River Festival Kahawai Competition and keen kina eaters are set to compete in the Rangitaiki River Festival Kina Eating Competition. The event organised by Edgecumbe Lions and Bluelight […]
Truck stopped at roundabout
A large truck and trailer unit is stationary at the roundabout near Rex Morpeth Park. A number of police are in attendance and road cones have been placed on road. Traffic is slow. Take care if you’re passing through roundabout.
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, […]
Dob in the dumpers
Dealing with fly tippers and people who don’t clean up their dog’s poop is a filthy and frustrating problem, according to Whakatāne District Council regulatory staff who are often left to tidy up the mess. Encouraging these people to change their ways isn’t working, so the Council is targeting its […]
Sewage overflow triggers temporary health warning
A sewage overflow in the vicinity of Seaview Road has caused contamination of the Wairere Stream, which flows into the Whakatāne River at Quay Street. Whakatāne District Council contractors have contained the overflow and are working to address the cause. Council staff are working with the Bay of Plenty Regional […]
Arrests made following organised crime operation in Whakatane
A number of people are assisting Police with enquiries after drugs, a firearm and ammunition were located at a Whakatane property. Police this morning executed a search warrant at an Alexander Avenue address in Whakatane, with AOS in attendance as a precaution. The search warrant was the result of a […]