Knitting is making a comeback however the resurgence isn't just due to people finding time on their hands like they did during the nationwide lockdown. 'They... Read More

It started as a simple request by Garry and Luanne Bettelheim, the owners of a property in 13th Ave, to remove a tree. They are knocking down the existing... Read More

Large chunks of Waihi Beach have disappeared into the ocean, but they should return says the Bay of Plenty Regional Council. The dunes between the settlements... Read More

Five days before he was due to return home to his wife and daughter in Samoa, 36-year-old seasonal worker Vaetasi Selesele Asiata died in a vehicle crash... Read More

A former professional basketballer has started a Tall People club in the Bay of Plenty to encourage social outings and the exchange of useful tips among those... Read More

Sharing a pen at the voting booth is so 2017 and this year's general election won't stand for it. As well as encouraging voters to bring their own pen to... Read More

It's time to turn over a new leaf - and donate your old ones to the Lions. For those who read every book in the house over the lock-down, now is the chance... Read More

Coast carers have three opportunities to help protect the sand dunes at Waihi Beach, Papamoa Beach and Ohope Beach on the last Sunday in August. 'All that's... Read More

Papamoa teenager Tony Albany, 17, is one step closer to his dream career in the Defence Force after he was awarded the top prize of 'Overall Excellence Award'... Read More

Why are Simon Bridge's billboards decorated with blue fairy lights? It seems he has new campaign managers running his re-election effort this year. Sons... Read More

An app to encourage positive mental health habits is having spin-offs for added productivity in the workplace. The Mentemia app has been driven by former... Read More

Luciano Pavarotti once said that opera is one of the most important art forms and that it should be listened to and appreciated by everyone. Zoe Sherlock,... Read More