Good News
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Nine Decades of Friendship and Learning for Lyceum Club
A Whakatāne women’s club is marking 90 years while looking to attract a new generation of members.
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Pyjama Drive Bringing Warmth and Aroha to Eastern Bay Tamariki
The Clothing Project say growing community support is helping meet rising demand from families struggling with the cost of living.
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‘For the Ones Who Can’t, We Move’: A Mum’s Mission to Help Her Son Walk
At not yet two years old, Arlo is working harder to learn basic movements than most people will ever realise.
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Air Chathams Continues Community Investment Despite Rising Fuel Prices
A local airline is continuing to support the Eastern Bay through its Community Connection Fund.
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15-year-old Mural Gets Creative Revival
A faded community mural in Kawerau is set for restoration, with local students observing the original artist as he revives the artwork.
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Descendants, Taonga and Stories Brought Together in New Gallery Showcase
The Whakatāne Art Gallery’s latest exhibition shines a light on paintings unseen for more than twenty years, taonga and contemporary works.
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Manawahe Kōkako Population Reaches New Milestone
A small but significant recovery is underway for one of Aotearoa’s rarest native birds, thanks to decades of conservation work in the Eastern Bay of Plenty.
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Graduation Hīkoi Draws Crowds to The Strand
This morning graduates from Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi walked from Mitchell park to Te Mānuka Tūtahi Marae for the graduation ceremony.
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Uber Rolls Into Whakatāne
Uber has launched in Whakatāne this week as part of a regional expansion.
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Ōpōtiki Author Turns Lifetime of Unique Jobs Into Book
An Ōpōtiki-based woman is launching her first book today, reflecting on a lifetime of more than 50 jobs.
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The Drive Show with Husqvarna Chainsaws & Mowers Whakatane2:00pm - 7:00pm
Join Rhys on the 1XX Drive Show with Husqvarna Chainsaws & Mowers. From interviews and competitions to interesting facts - there's something for everyone on your drive home.
Events
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1XX Pyjama Party 2026Join us as we wrap up the 1XX Pyjama Drive with our Pyjama Party on Friday the 15th of May! Wear your pyjamas to work or school and get behind a great local...
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Mid-Winter Swim 2026Take a dip in the cold to feel the aroha and warmth of the 1XX Mid-Winter Swim! *June 20th is a placeholder time, and may be subject to change.
at Mahy Reserve
