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29-May-2009
Parents of Apanui School pupils can breathe a sigh of relief now that a convicted sex offender living near the school has now been moved.
29-May-2009
Eastern Bay Labour MP Moana Mackey is calling Budget 09 a major disappointment.
29-May-2009
The Bay of Plenty had fewer people receiving benefits than other parts of the country in the year ending March 31.
29-May-2009
Eastern Bay residents are being encouraged to get online if they suspect a scam.
29-May-2009
Whakatane residents have the chance to question the District Council over its draft ten year plan at an open day on the Strand today.
29-May-2009
Eastern Bay retailers have taken their winter collections to the catwalk.
29-May-2009
Whakatane young professionals have shown their support for a new a Rotaract group to be set up in the town.
29-May-2009
A new exhibition at the Whakatane Museum is being dedicated to one of region's veterans.
28-May-2009
Eastern Bay farmers will be heading into the new season with uncertainty.
28-May-2009
Police say the two suspicious house fires in Murupara this week are likely to be linked.
28-May-2009
The two people injured in a fatal car crash in on Opotiki on Saturday night remain in intensive care.
28-May-2009
A new film is helping bridge the generation gap in a small Eastern Bay settlement
28-May-2009
An Eastern Bay principal is heading to Canada to demonstrate how his school hasn't suspended a student in more than three years.
28-May-2009
Eastern Bay young professionals interested in setting up a Rotaract group are invited to a meeting in Whakatane tonight.
28-May-2009
Murupara residents are beating away the winter blues with a dance-off tomorrow night.
28-May-2009
The Bay of Plenty Rugby Union has announced ongoing support from its principal sponsor ahead of the 2009 season.
27-May-2009
Parents of Apanui School children are very concerned over news a convicted sex offender is now living near the school.
27-May-2009
Police are continuing their investigations into a house fire in Murupara.
27-May-2009
The case of a prominent Kawerau man facing sex charges will continue in August .
27-May-2009
Duck hunters in the Eastern Bay are encouraged to make the most of the final week of the season.
27-May-2009
Tender applications close today for the contract to install security cameras in the Opotiki CBD.
27-May-2009
The Opotiki District Council is calling for more nominations for its Community Contribution Awards.
27-May-2009
The new film shot in Waihau Bay is one step closer to release.
26-May-2009
State Highway 33 continues to be a black spot for motorists after two more crashes in two days.
26-May-2009
A prominent Eastern Bay man facing sex charges is due to reappear in court today.
26-May-2009
The Eastern Bay principal caught up in drugs and sexual harassment allegations has resigned.
26-May-2009
It's hoped the Whakatane District Council will be able to get to work on the Whakatane river bar problem within the next few days.
26-May-2009
Whakatane Police are reinforcing the importance of security alarms after a business was broken into for the second time this month.
26-May-2009
Kawerau's hygiene products manufacturer will be the latest company to benefit from the district's geothermal resources.
26-May-2009
The Sound of Music has proved to be one of Theatre Whakatane's most successful productions yet.
26-May-2009
The Magic have pulled off another convincing win in the ANZ Championship.
25-May-2009
Police are investigating a fire in Murupara where a house was burnt to the ground.
25-May-2009
Whakatane boaties are calling for action as the river bar continues to shallow.
25-May-2009
Police have released the name of a teenager killed in a car crash in Opotiki at the weekend.
25-May-2009
The region's Transport Committee could be about to place a new emphasis on road safety in light of recent fatalities.
25-May-2009
More than 800 vehicles were stopped on Eastern Bay roads at the weekend as part of drink driving blitz.
25-May-2009
A report into allegations that two teachers at an Eastern Bay school were beating pupils is due out today.
25-May-2009
An Eastern Bay paddler is one step closer to her dream of making it to the World Championships.
25-May-2009
The Matata woman killed in an horrendous car crash last weekend is being farewelled in the Eastern Bay today.
25-May-2009
It was an unfortunate weekend for Easten Bay club rugby teams, with a series of defeats in the latest round of the Baywide competition.
22-May-2009
A new report states lack of training lead to a fatal plane crash in the Ureweras two years ago.
22-May-2009
Zespri's announced its indicative range of returns kiwifruit growers can expect for 09-10 season.
22-May-2009
The cold snap which brought snow to Mount Edgecumbe yesterday will continue to chill the Eastern Bay until next week.
22-May-2009
The Eastern Bay Chamber of Commerce is calling for the regional council to make sure they listen to voices in the Eastern Bay.
22-May-2009
A 16-year-old boy is due to reappear in court today on rape charges.
22-May-2009
Eastern Bay dog owners can help protect local kiwi populations through short workshops this weekend.
22-May-2009
Motorists are being asked to watch out for stock on rural roads over the next few weeks.
22-May-2009
Eastern Bay smokers have a chance to get free professional advice to help kick the habit in the lead up to World Smokefree Day.
21-May-2009
A man has appeared in court in relation to a sexual attack on a male tourist.
21-May-2009
Two bikes have been pinched from Whakatane High School in broad daylight.
21-May-2009
Residents protesting the Whakatane District Council's proposed sale of its pensioner housing scheme say a sale would be dangerous.
21-May-2009
Toi Te Ora Public Health is advising people to cover their coughs as the number of whooping cough cases rise.
21-May-2009
Eastern Bay residents are being encouraged to speak up about bad driving behaviour.
21-May-2009
Eastern Bay kiwifruit growers now have a rough estimate of their carbon footprint.
21-May-2009
Tirohanga's iconic camp ground is still on the market.
21-May-2009
Police are suggesting Eastern Bay retailers keep an eye on security measures in the current economic climate.
21-May-2009
Young professionals in the Eastern Bay have a chance to socialise and network with others as part of a new group in Whakatane.
21-May-2009
Eastern Bay dads and their sons have another bonding opportunity at the next Father and Son event in Whakatane.
20-May-2009
The 21-year-old Opotiki man charged in relation to the death of retired teacher John Rowe has been sentenced.
20-May-2009
Investigations are continuing into a serious crash at Te Puke.
20-May-2009
The man accused of killing Murupara teenager Jordan Herewini has reappeared in court.
20-May-2009
A new clinical school at Whakatane Hospital is one step closer to becoming a reality.
20-May-2009
An Eastern Bay athlete is off to a great start in one of the world's toughest races.
20-May-2009
The auction for a popular Eastern Bay camp ground is being held today.
20-May-2009
A workshop for people interested in learning how to better support the needs of students with dyslexia is being held tomorrow.
20-May-2009
An Eastern Bay secondary school will represent the Bay of Plenty in a prestigious drama festival.
19-May-2009
Damage to kiwifruit crops after last week's severe hail storm is estimated to cost the industry $8 - $10 million.
19-May-2009
The clean up is now complete after another serious crash in Te Puke.
19-May-2009
Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash in Te Puke.
19-May-2009
Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash in Te Puke.
19-May-2009
A 16-year-old male has been charged with rape following an incident in the Eastern Bay over the weekend.
19-May-2009
Police have arrested and charged 5 youths with arson after a house fire in Te Teko earlier this month.
19-May-2009
Forest and Bird is inviting Eastern Bay families to celebrate the native bush by coming on short night walk on Friday.
19-May-2009
Eastern Bay primary school teachers are getting together to learn how to keep up with the kids when it comes to technology.
19-May-2009
The Bay of Plenty District Health Board is continuing to help motivate smokers to quit.
19-May-2009
A former Eastern Bay musical theatre personality is set to take to take the stage in television's Stars In Their Eyes.
18-May-2009
The two survivors of an horrific crash in Te Puke at the weekend remain in a stable condition in Tauranga Hospital.
18-May-2009
Two people remain in a serious condition in Tauranga Hospital following a crash in Te Puke over the weekend.
18-May-2009
Eastern Bay Dairy farmers have come away with a number of prestigious awards at the New Zealand Dairy industry Awards in Wellington.
18-May-2009
A large earthquake centred off White Island shook the North Island over the weekend.
18-May-2009
Ohope Beach residents have just one day left to enrol to vote in the by-election.
18-May-2009
Past and present members of Theatre Whakatane have come together to celebrate 50 years of musical theatre in the district.
18-May-2009
The Whakatane Orchestra is branching out and becoming an independent organisation.
18-May-2009
It was a case of David versus Goliath in two of the Baywide Club Rugby section one matches over the weekend.
15-May-2009
Eastern Bay parents are being urged to have their babies immunised amid concerns of an outbreak of whooping cough.
15-May-2009
Whakatane police are asking the public for help to locate a local man.
15-May-2009
Environment Bay of Plenty Chair John Cronin has offered to reverse the decision to seek costs for the judicial review of its decision to shift its headquarters.... if the Whakatane District Council drops its appeal of that decision.
15-May-2009
Murupara residents have voiced their anger at Whakatane District Council plans to cut services in the town.
15-May-2009
A Bay of Plenty tertiary institution is driving a new round of scholarships for those who wouldn't otherwise have the means to seek qualifications.
15-May-2009
The Eastern Bay Chamber of Commerce is looking to cast its net further across the region.
15-May-2009
Tickets for Theatre Whakatane's latest production have almost sold out, only two shows into the season.
15-May-2009
Te Teko residents are being given the chance to learn how to build a Roundhouse.
14-May-2009
Kiwifruit industry representatives have met to assess damage to fruit from this week's hailstorm.
14-May-2009
A mini swarm of earthquakes has struck the Eastern Bay today.
14-May-2009
The man accused of murdering Murupara teenager Jordan Herewini is due back in court today.
14-May-2009
Eastern Bay parents are being encouraged to keep a closer eye on their children, as police believe youths to be behind many of the region's burglaries.
14-May-2009
New plans have been unveiled to help increase the number of education leaders and principals in the region's schools.
14-May-2009
The duck hunting season has got off to a better start than predicted.
14-May-2009
There are just six days left for residents to enrol to vote in the Ohope Beach by-election.
14-May-2009
Murupara residents are beating off the winter blues with a dance-off later this month.
14-May-2009
An Eastern Bay golfer begins her Carrus Tauranga Open bid today.
13-May-2009
SmartGrowth planners have released a strategy for dramatic growth around Te Puke.
13-May-2009
The Whakatane District Council could be in for a grilling from Murupara residents at a community meeting this evening.
13-May-2009
Bay of Plenty wood industry apprentices and trainees will be recognised at an event this Friday.
13-May-2009
The 49-year-old man facing charges relating to an alleged axe attack in Kaingaroa last week is to reappear in court today.
13-May-2009
Opotiki is to have it's first security cameras installed.
13-May-2009
Eastern Bay residents are being reminded about home and business security after a number of offences in Kawerau.
13-May-2009
Around 200 students and academic staff from Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi will parade through Whakatane this weekend for its inaugural graduation hikoi.
13-May-2009
Eastern Bay people with skills to share are being encouraged to join Eastbay Timebank.
13-May-2009
Audiences in the Sound of Music will be in for a visual and musical treat when the show opens up tonight.
12-May-2009
Several pockets of the Eastern Bay are still without power this morning after yesterday's storm.
12-May-2009
Whakatane River bar conditions are continuing to cause concern for Eastern Bay boaties.
12-May-2009
Eastern Bay property values are continuing to fare better than those in many other centres around the country.
12-May-2009
An Eastern Bay kayaker is focusing on making the top 12 in two World Cup events in Europe over the next month.
12-May-2009
Bird lovers from around the North Island will be making their way to the Eastern Bay this weekend for the Whakatane Bird Club annual show.
12-May-2009
Whakatane golfer Zoe Brake takes up a new challenge at the Charles Tour opener in Tauranga this week.
12-May-2009
Eastern Bay theatre lovers are preparing to celebrate half a century of musicals.
11-May-2009
Wild weather is making its way across the Bay.
11-May-2009
It could have been a very happy Mothers' Day for one Eastern Bay family.
11-May-2009
An Opotiki man is before the courts after allegedly assaulting a female police on Friday night.
11-May-2009
A house fire that threatened the Te Teko Community Hall at the weekend is being treated as suspicious.
11-May-2009
The three Bay of Plenty people being monitored for influenza A have finished their quarantine period.
11-May-2009
The Eastern Bay Chamber of Commerce is challenging residents to put on their thinking caps to come up with ways to boost the region's economy.
11-May-2009
Kawerau Olympian Sarah Walker has had a comfortable finish in the opening round of the UCI BMX Supercross Championships in Denmark.
11-May-2009
Whakatane's Dancing with the Stars contestants have taken a few more steps toward becoming dancing sensations.
11-May-2009
An Eastern Bay iwi is working on the design for its new food forest.
11-May-2009
An Eastern Bay broadcaster has been acknowledged at the New Zealand Radio Awards.
11-May-2009
The Magic have claimed their fifth win from six matches after defeating the Central Pulse 59-36 in Hamilton.
08-May-2009
Four people are in Whakatane Hospital today following a crash near the Opotiki Surf Life Saving Club .
08-May-2009
Police are calling for more information about an alleged axe attack in Kaingaroa this morning.
08-May-2009
Two people have been taken to hospital in a serious condition after an axe attack in Kaingaroa.
08-May-2009
Police are investigating a serious crash at Waihau Bay this morning.
08-May-2009
A further three people in the Bay of Plenty have been quarantined as a precaution against influenza A.
08-May-2009
Network Murupara is calling on residents to take a united stand against a proposal to cut services in the town.
08-May-2009
Kawerau and Murupara's MP wants to speak to residents about banning gang patches.
08-May-2009
Eastern Bay MP Moana Mackey has picked up the Housing Portfolio in Labour's shadow cabinet.
08-May-2009
Those taking part in the 24 Hour Adventure Race will be competing against world champions.
07-May-2009
One of the teenagers accused of murdering retired Opotiki teacher John Rowe can now be identified.
07-May-2009
The two teenage girls charged with the murder of Opotiki man John Rowe are due to appear in the Rotorua High Court today.
07-May-2009
The Government is stepping in to help drought-stricken farmers in several Eastern Bay areas.
07-May-2009
Whakatane pensioners affected by the District Council's plans to sell housing units are being encouraged to think about the benefits of the proposal.
07-May-2009
Eastern Bay residents may have been awoken by an earthquake early this morning.
07-May-2009
Opotiki's murals are back in the spotlight this week - this time in Queenstown for the national Blue Light Conference.
07-May-2009
The 1984 battle over the Whirinaki forest will be relived at this year's Whirinaki 25 celebrations.
06-May-2009
The Whakatane District Council is to appeal the High Court judicial review findings over Environment Bay of Plenty's decision to shift its headquarters to Tauranga.
06-May-2009
Police are continuing their investigations into an accident at Opape yesterday where a car rolled down a 15m bank, landing upside down in a ditch.
06-May-2009
All of the Bay of Plenty residents who've been in quarantine in relation to the swine flu threat are expected to return to normal life today.
06-May-2009
St John Ambulance has begun its recruitment drive in the Eastern Bay.
06-May-2009
People using Lake Rotoehu are being warned to look out for signs of algae, despite a health warning being lifted.
06-May-2009
Whakatane's celebrity dancers are being encouraged to stay positive after a challenging first session.
06-May-2009
Kawerau Olympian Sarah Walker is preparing for another big weekend of BMX racing.
05-May-2009
The Hub is being blamed for the increase in empty retail space in Whakatane.
05-May-2009
Whakatane residents have a chance to tell the council what they think about plans for the next few years.
05-May-2009
The Bay of Plenty District Health Board has launched a new anti-smoking campaign, saying a settlement the size of Kawerau is wiped out every year by smoking.
05-May-2009
There are still no confirmed cases of influenza A in the Bay of Plenty.
05-May-2009
Two Eastern Bay families are to have new houses built for them through the Habitat for Humanity Global Village programme.
05-May-2009
Organisers of the fourth annual Matthew Lack Charity Golf tournament are hoping for record numbers.
05-May-2009
There's only a handful of tickets left for the Edgecumbe Choir's weekend concerts.
04-May-2009
Whakatane police are investigating a serious sexual assault on an 18-year-old male.
04-May-2009
Police are calling for information about a vehicle involved in a high speed chase through Whakatane.
04-May-2009
Three more people in the Bay of Plenty are being monitored in relation to the swine flu threat.
04-May-2009
Te Puke High School students are at school today for the first time since the devasting Easter fire that destroyed a block of classrooms.
04-May-2009
The twelve people chosen for Whakatane's 'Dancing with the Stars' will learn their first steps tonight.
04-May-2009
Organisers of Saturday night's Beerfest say it was a great success.
04-May-2009
Bay of Plenty tourist attractions will hit New Zealand screens this weekend as part of a high profile international reality show.
04-May-2009
There were some unexpected results in the Eastern Bay Club Rugby competition over the weekend.
02-May-2009
The Bay of Plenty and Lakes District Health Boards say they're well equipped with Tamiful should swine flu begin to spread.
01-May-2009
A further five Bay of Plenty and Lakes residents have been quarantined and given Tamiflu as a precaution against swine flu.
01-May-2009
The Whakatane District Council is putting the finishing touches on its draft Long Term Council Community Plan.
01-May-2009
The Regional Focus Group fighting Environment Bay of Plenty's shift to Tauranga is meeting today to discuss its options.
01-May-2009
Tickets are selling fast for Theatre Whakatane's latest show.
01-May-2009
A Whakatane doctor is counting down the days before leaving for Africa in support of Eastern Bay Hospice.
01-May-2009
The Eastern Bay's new Timebank initiative is gathering momentum.
01-May-2009
Eastern Bay Club rugby teams are one step closer to the Baywide Competition.