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30-Apr-2010
Police are searching for a man who's attempted to rob a Whakatane dairy.
30-Apr-2010
A New Zealand nurse murdered outside her Sydney doorstep, is said to be a former Eastern Bay student.
30-Apr-2010
The Mayor of Opotiki says the Government needs to act, rather than discuss changing aquaculture regulations.
30-Apr-2010
Three Eastern Bay teenagers have been arrested after being caught in a stolen vehicle.
30-Apr-2010
Waiariki MP Te Ururoa Flavell has once again topped the list as the Eastern Bay's biggest spending MP.
30-Apr-2010
Fashion designers from around the country are getting to work on their creations for the Opotiki Fibre and Fleece show.
30-Apr-2010
A new survey's revealed over half of Bay of Plenty residents feel unsafe in the region's CBDs at night.
29-Apr-2010
Hawea Vercoe's mother says despite his killer's charge being changed from murder to manslaughter, it doesn't change what happened.
29-Apr-2010
There's concern about the wellbeing of some Eastern Bay farmers suffering in the drought.
29-Apr-2010
Eastern Bay Maori are being reassured there'll be no change to the provision of their health services.
29-Apr-2010
Environment Bay of Plenty's concerned about the spread of wild kiwifruit.
29-Apr-2010
Bay of Plenty businesses are set to get exposure in China.
28-Apr-2010
The chair of Alcohol Action Whakatane believes alcohol pricing is one of the most effective ways to combat drinking issues.
28-Apr-2010
The family of a Whakatane woman who was last seen over 30 years ago, is excited Police are following up two new leads.
28-Apr-2010
The man accused of murdering Hawea Vercoe, is due to appear in court, for a trial date to be set.
28-Apr-2010
Toi EDA says Opotiki has always received the benefits of Eastern Bay marketing, despite the town falling under Tourism Eastland's jurisdiction.
28-Apr-2010
The Regional Council is looking at the cost of water storage, as a way of addressing the shortages being experienced by Bay of Plenty farmers.
28-Apr-2010
Eastern Fish and Game staff will be looking at a number of enhanced wetlands during the opening of the duck hunting season.
27-Apr-2010
One person is dead after a crash in the Eastern Bay.
27-Apr-2010
Organisers of a forestry convention in the Bay of Plenty are hoping to capitalise on the Rugby World Cup Visitors.
27-Apr-2010
Opotiki District Council is weighing up the pros and cons associated with a possible shift of its information centre out of the Tourism Eastland area.
27-Apr-2010
Tuhoe's dismissing claims it's one of the potential buyers of the Crafer Farms.
27-Apr-2010
A new sponsorship deal should see a boost to kiwi numbers in the Eastern Bay.
27-Apr-2010
Whakatane Police are investigating a spate of car break-ins.
27-Apr-2010
One day remains for Whakatane residents to have their say on the district council's draft annual plan.
26-Apr-2010
A father and son have been jailed for their involvement in a shoot-out at Lake Rotoiti.
26-Apr-2010
Hunting and Fishing, and Fish and Game are each supporting Tuhoe's bid to full control of the Urewera National Park.
26-Apr-2010
The regional council says there's little they can do to prevent algal blooms from recurring in Lake Rotoiti.
26-Apr-2010
Thousands of Eastern Bay residents have turned out to pay their respects this Anzac Day.
26-Apr-2010
Just over a week remains for the cast of Theatre Whakatane's latest show to fine tune their moves for the opening night.
23-Apr-2010
An employee of an Eastern Bay motel, has revealed more information about an Armed Offenders callout.
23-Apr-2010
New Zealand's business community is concerned over the proposed purchase of the Whakatane Mill.
23-Apr-2010
It's hoped a cycleway from Opotiki will be one of the first to be developed, as part of the New Zealand Cycle Trail Project.
23-Apr-2010
Bay of Plenty Maori continue to lag in the uptake of the flu vaccination.
23-Apr-2010
A small earthquake's been felt in the Eastern Bay.
23-Apr-2010
A Labour MP says if Environment Bay of Plenty moves its headquarters to Tauranga, it will have major consequences for Whakatane.
23-Apr-2010
The Whakatane Kiwi trust says any Eastern Bay kiwi which are adversely affected by the drought, won't be returned to captivity unless their cases are severe.
23-Apr-2010
A charity golf tournament is about to get underway for injured Whakatane police officer Hone Herewini.
22-Apr-2010
Whakatane's Mayor says the reason behind a Court of Appeal case against Environment Bay of Plenty isn't about a loss of jobs, or a smaller economy- but rather a matter of following correct procedures.
22-Apr-2010
A Bay of Plenty MP says the effects of the region's drought will filter through to other areas.
22-Apr-2010
An Eastern Bay war veteran believes more young people are now understanding the importance of marking Anzac Day.
22-Apr-2010
A volcano geophysicist says wind-blown ash cloud would be the major problem Eastern Bay residents would face, if White Island erupted.
22-Apr-2010
Police believe an increase in the number of bail checks, could be the reason for a drop in crime in Whakatane.
22-Apr-2010
An Eastern Bay driver is thrilled with her latest results for the season, and less damage to her car than usual.
21-Apr-2010
A Court of Appeal hearing is about to get underway over the future location of Environment Bay of Plenty's head office.
21-Apr-2010
Federated Farmers say the Eastern Bay community is key, to helping the region's farmers affected by the drought.
21-Apr-2010
Tuhoe says media reports about the iwi asking for an independent state, are unfounded.
21-Apr-2010
A court has heard the last minutes of the life of murdered Whakatane women, Marie Jamieson, would have been terrifying.
21-Apr-2010
There's been a mixed range of NCEA results for Eastern Bay schools.
21-Apr-2010
The creators of hit Eastern Bay film Boy are "gobsmacked" over the success of the movie in New Zealand.
20-Apr-2010
Police say the human remains found near Murupara are around a decade old.
20-Apr-2010
Eastern Bay travel agents are urging Europe-bound passengers, to delay their trips if possible.
20-Apr-2010
The Takeovers Panel says new matters brought up in meetings has delayed a decision of whether Horizon Energy breached the Takeovers Code.
20-Apr-2010
A worldwide hearing initiative is returning to the Eastern Bay.
20-Apr-2010
Police are praising the actions of several members of the Kawerau community who've helped take a dangerous driver off the roads.
20-Apr-2010
An Eastern Bay high school's welcoming the appointment of its new principal.
19-Apr-2010
Rotorua Police are investigating the discovery of skeletal human remains near Murupara.
19-Apr-2010
The Eastern Bay is set to benefit from an injection of Government funds, into a research facility for seafood and aquaculture.
19-Apr-2010
The Whakatane Mill could be under new ownership by May.
19-Apr-2010
A man has been airlifted to hospital after crashing his motorbike at a region-wide event.
19-Apr-2010
There's been a large earthquake in the Eastern Bay.
19-Apr-2010
One person has been taken to hospital with moderate injuries following a three car pile up in Whakatane.
19-Apr-2010
Eastern Bay motorists are the focus of a new Police campaign.
16-Apr-2010
A former Whakatane Councillor hopes ratepayers will look favourably, on a court ruling, awarding costs against the council.
16-Apr-2010
Federated Farmers says declaring a drought in the Bay of Plenty, will mean little to the region's farmers.
16-Apr-2010
An Eastern Bay man has been jailed, after pleading guilty to his following his 21st drink-driving charge.
16-Apr-2010
Two teenagers, who escaped from a compulsory Child Youth and Family camp, have been reported to the Youth Court.
16-Apr-2010
Toi Te Ora says a shellfish ban throughout the Bay of Plenty, could be in force for some time.
16-Apr-2010
Environment Bay of Plenty is urging boaties and swimmers to be cautious, when entering Lake Okataina.
16-Apr-2010
Organisers of an Eastern Bay guide dog appeal, are urging the community to be generous in the last fortnight of the fundraiser.
16-Apr-2010
The director of Whakatane's latest play, All Shook Up, says the plot of the musical is inspirational.
15-Apr-2010
The search for two teenagers, who escaped from a Child Youth and Family camp in the Te Urewera National Park, is about to enter its second day.
15-Apr-2010
A Bay of Plenty kiwifruit contractor, has been fined 36 thousand dollars after a worker was injured while riding on a trailer.
15-Apr-2010
The Whakatane Harbourmaster is pleased with moves to step up laws on the use of life jackets.
15-Apr-2010
The growing incidence of animal neglect, especially with farm animals, is causing concern for the Opotiki SPCA.
15-Apr-2010
The Australian detective heading the investigation of a missing Whakatane woman, says more information has come to light.
15-Apr-2010
A trial date for the man accused of murdering Hawea Vercoe, could be some time away.
15-Apr-2010
The Chairman of the Mataatua District Maori Council says reviews of Foreshore and Seabed Legislation need to examine who currently owns the land.
15-Apr-2010
A team of Eastern Bay walkers is recovering and celebrating, after completing an impressive charity walk.
14-Apr-2010
The friends of a missing Bay of Plenty sailor, presumed to have fallen overboard while at sea, believe details of a completed investigation into his disappearance, could offer them peace of mind.
14-Apr-2010
Opotiki's Mayor remains enthusiastic about the future of the town's aquaculture project, despite claims the industry nationwide, is "self destructing".
14-Apr-2010
The President of the Kiwifruit Growers Association says he's not surprised to hear a Bay of Plenty hailstorm was the most expensive natural disaster for New Zealand in 2009.
14-Apr-2010
Mighty River Power, which has a plant in Kawerau, says it's now sitting in a good financial position.
14-Apr-2010
The Eastern Bay is bucking regional trends when it comes to visitor numbers.
14-Apr-2010
An Eastern Bay athlete is hoping to get in some valuable training, ahead of a major international competition.
14-Apr-2010
Receivers for the Te Kaha Beach Resort are hopeful of having a sale confirmed in the next two weeks.
13-Apr-2010
Bay of Plenty Police are dismayed at the latest spate of fatal accidents on the region's roads.
13-Apr-2010
Whakatane is following the trend of other urban centres, registering an increase in property values.
13-Apr-2010
The brother of a Whakatane woman who disappeared in Australia 30 years ago, is dismissing suggestions his sister could have been a drug mule, in the Mr Asia drug ring.
13-Apr-2010
The Green Party says Eastern Bay residents are among the most passionate, when it comes to campaigning against mining.
13-Apr-2010
A drifting car has been stolen during a recent spate of burglaries in the Whakatane district.
13-Apr-2010
Bay of Plenty Police are leading the way when it comes to social networking.
12-Apr-2010
The family of a missing Whakatane woman, is hopeful a reward will help unravel the mystery surrounding her disappearance.
12-Apr-2010
There have been another two fatalities on Bay of Plenty roads.
12-Apr-2010
Maritime New Zealand says navigational equipment onboard the yacht of missing sailor Paul Van Rensberg, have been inconclusive.
12-Apr-2010
The Bay of Plenty District Health Board is welcoming news the region's radiographers have stopped industrial action.
12-Apr-2010
Firefighters have spent almost four hours at the scene of a large scrub fire in Opotiki.
12-Apr-2010
A company set up to secure Bay of Plenty and Gisborne councils cheaper services, has been deemed a big success by Whakatane District Council.
12-Apr-2010
The star of Eastern Bay film-maker Taika Waititi's new movie 'Boy', says its success is "unexpected".
09-Apr-2010
More details have emerged about a fatal crash in the Bay of Plenty where an elderly pedestrian was killed.
09-Apr-2010
A decision's yet to be made on the future of an Eastern Bay-owned Italian orchard, suffering from a severe bacteria outbreak.
09-Apr-2010
Eastern Bay radiographers have withdrawn notices of their industrial action.
09-Apr-2010
A Whakatane District Court judge has used the sentencing of two men involved in an aggravated robbery to warn others considering similar offences.
09-Apr-2010
1XX is a finalist in two categories in the New Zealand Radio Awards.
09-Apr-2010
Eastern Bay residents are asked to keep tabs on any kiwi calls they hear.
08-Apr-2010
Two men involved in an Edgecumbe armed hold-up have been jailed.
08-Apr-2010
Investigations are continuing into a large Paua Bust in the Eastern Bay.
08-Apr-2010
The teen responsible for an arson at Te Puke High School has had his jail term quashed.
08-Apr-2010
A joint police and forestry security operation in the Bay of Plenty has resulted in over 700 trespass notices being issued.
08-Apr-2010
Moko has been causing some problems for researchers who have come to the Eastern Bay to find out more about the dolphin species.
08-Apr-2010
Toi Te Ora says the number of people getting the flu vaccination this winter is higher than normal.
08-Apr-2010
Eastern Bay golfer Zoe Brake has helped New Zealand take the lead in the Queen Sirikit Cup opener.
07-Apr-2010
Police have released the name of the six-month old baby who died in a three car pile up near Kawerau.
07-Apr-2010
An Eastern Bay retail promotion groups believes there's no need to change Easter Trading laws.
07-Apr-2010
Whakatane District Council's calling for ideas to improve its port and harbour assets.
07-Apr-2010
New Government funding means there'll soon be extra ambulance officers in the Eastern Bay.
07-Apr-2010
A Maori television show is going on a road trip - through the Eastern Bay.
07-Apr-2010
The Bay of Plenty's to host a major international rugby match.
06-Apr-2010
Police say speed and alcohol appear to be contributing factors in a double road fatality in the Eastern Bay.
06-Apr-2010
An electrical fault and cigarettes are being blamed for two separate house fires in the Bay of Plenty.
06-Apr-2010
Eastern Bay Police have solved a record number of crime this year, despite an increase in offences.
06-Apr-2010
Two major documents are out for public consultation in the Eastern Bay.
06-Apr-2010
A Whakatane High School student has been selected as the East Coast's Youth MP.
06-Apr-2010
Signing autographs for children may have cost Kawerau Olympian Sarah Walker a third title in the national champs.
06-Apr-2010
Customers to three Eastern Bay Lotto outlets have been given another reason to celebrate Easter.
01-Apr-2010
Eastern Bay radiographers are taking industrial action.
01-Apr-2010
Eastern Bay residents are being urged to be respectful of their neighbours this Easter.
01-Apr-2010
Opotiki District Council's new Chief Executive says she's excited about working in a town with such a big community focus.
01-Apr-2010
An Eastern Bay taxi company says it's unfair for the Government to expect it to install cameras- without subsidising the costs.
01-Apr-2010
The scallop season has officially closed, meaning catches of the shellfish are now illegal.