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Councils across Rotorua, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki are considering their next steps on a possible joint organisation to deliver water services, following the completion of an eight-month investigation into the proposal.

The remaining overnight closures of State Highway 2 Pekatahi Bridge have been postponed following an issue with the equiptment needed to complete the work.

More than 2,800 loads of washing later, Orange Sky’s first year in Whakatāne has shown that free laundry can be the doorway to something much bigger.

Police are continuing their search for a missing 71-year-old Pukehina man, Ross Weir.

More than 2,800 loads of washing later, Orange Sky’s first year in Whakatāne has shown that free laundry can be the doorway to something much bigger.

A Kawerau couple are challenging the traditional funeral model by helping whānau care for their loved ones themselves, with a focus on affordability, dignity, cultural connection and healing.

What started as a conversation over kombucha at a New Year's Eve barbecue has turned into one of Whakatāne's most exciting business success stories.

Councils across Rotorua, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki are considering their next steps on a possible joint organisation to deliver water services, following the completion of an eight-month investigation into the proposal.

Whakatāne District Council has decided to retain the First Past the Post (FPP) voting system for the 2028 and 2031 local elections, citing concerns about change fatigue and the uncertainty facing local government.

Five new bus stops have been approved for Whakatāne to support the growing public transport network.

The three Eastern Bay of Plenty district councils have unanimously agreed to submit a joint proposal to establish an Eastern Bay of Plenty Unitary Council, marking a significant step in the region's response to the Government's local government reform programme.

A proposal to establish an Eastern Bay of Plenty unitary authority has moved a step closer after Whakatāne District Council and Ōpōtiki District Council voted to support its submission to Central Government.

Three people have been arrested and stolen property recovered following an aggravated robbery at Renshaws Showcase Jewellers in Whakatāne, while Police continue to search for a fourth person believed to be involved.