Good News
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Shelter, Support, and Strength: Waiariki Whānau Bring Relief to Isolated Communities
Community groups in the Eastern Bay of Plenty initially responded to immediate needs after Cyclone Vaianu and are now shifting focus from emergency response to longer-term recovery.
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Whakatāne Maternity Ward Restores Obstetrics and Gynaecology Care
Obstetrics and gynaecology services have returned to the Whakatāne Hospital maternity ward after a 15-month absence.
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Kai Ika Charity Tournament Raises $39,000 for Local Blue Light Groups
The return of the Ocean Ford Kai Ika Charity Tournament went swimmingly this year, raising $39,000 for Eastern Bay Blue Light groups.
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Waioweka Gorge Open For Easter
State Highway 2 through the Waioweka Gorge will be open 24/7 under stop/go traffic management for the Easter period.
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Young Changemaker Pedals Purpose in ‘Kids Unplugged’ Episode
A Bay of Plenty teenager is showing that stepping outdoors can ignite leadership, strengthen communities, and inspire a generation.
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Work Underway to Future-Proof Whakatāne War Memorial Hall
Early work is underway at the Whakatane War Memorial Hall, as part of the Whakatāne District Council’s wider Rex Morpeth Recreation Hub redevelopment.
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Media Bay of Plenty Bay Claims Half of National Kiwi Music Honours
Media Bay of Plenty received three of six national awards for playing more than 20 percent kiwi music in its music rotation over the past year.
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Generators and Grants Strengthen Eastern Bay Emergency Response
Matatā and Ōpōtiki will be better prepared in emergency events following grants from Trust Horizon to upgrade emergency equipment.
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Waterwheel Historic Trust Gearing Up for Farming Like Grandad Country Fair
Vintage vehicles, axemen and century old sheep shearing tools will be on display at the Te Teko Racecourse on April 18th.
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Ōpape Beach Road Emergency Work Complete
Boulders have now been put in place to secure road access.
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Farming Like Grandad 2026Don't let the family miss out on learning new skills, knowledge-sharing, and seeing how farming used to be with Farming Like Grandad 2026!
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