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Promoting science with Whakatāne youngsters

October 7, 2021October 7, 2021
Katee Shanks

STEM Wana Trust is a charity trust aiming to promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics among young Kiwis. On Wednesday STEM hosted a Precious Plastic Project in The Ohope Hall. Project co-ordinator Ewa Saar said a number of local parents and children learning new things about how to recycle plastic […]

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Long Term Plan for Whakatāne District takes shape

March 16, 2021March 16, 2021
Katee Shanks

The Whakatāne District Council Long Term Plan (LTP) 2021-31 will go out for public consultation at the end of April, and the key issues and questions are on the Council meeting agenda scheduled this week. Although there have been delays due to recent trying circumstances, including COVID-19, staff are on […]

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Hao exhibition showcases male māori weaving

October 22, 2020December 1, 2020
Katee Shanks

Traditionally, raranga and whatu (weaving) as art forms are most often associated with women, and the skills and techniques that have been passed down maternal lines for centuries. It is largely unknown that men have also practiced this craft and in some cases, have excelled in their chosen art form. […]

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New exhibition captures local history

September 22, 2020September 22, 2020
Katee Shanks

The newest exhibition opening in the Whakatāne Community Board Gallery this month will bring a dark chapter in our region’s history into sharp focus. Te Kupenga o Taramainuku is a photographic exhibition from contemporary Māori artist Simone Magner. In 2017, Simone was commissioned by Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa to capture […]

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Dog registration prizes up for grabs

July 9, 2020July 9, 2020
Katee Shanks

Whakatāne District dog owners who register their pets before Friday, 31 July 2020 will go in the draw to win a range of fantastic prizes. Organised in partnership with Nestlé New Zealand Limited, a kennel and run worth $850 and a range of dog food prizes are up for grabs. […]

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Whakatāne ‘open for business’

January 13, 2020January 14, 2020
news@newswhakatane.co.nz

Whakatāne District Council and Tourism Bay of Plenty are encouraging visitors to explore all that Whakatāne and the Bay of Plenty has to offer and support the region over the summer months. Mayor Judy Turner says the Whakatāne community is welcoming visitors to the region with open arms. “Whakatāne is […]

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