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Pearler of a win for Pāpāmoa eatery
Pearl Kitchen’s smoked fish pie and beer entry is a winner.

Codes to share spaces at new Pāpāmoa pavilion
Cricket and football share a home at the 265sq m pavilion.

Anzac Day: Te Puke remembers
We seem to struggle with remembering the lessons from these conflicts.

James Wilkins’ US Coast to Coast odyssey to Motor Neurone Disease NZ
Ride is to raise money for Motor Neurone Disease New Zealand.

Women have to battle after getting parking breach notices after visiting McDonald's
Mail house fault leads to confusion and worry

Rugby star Sam Cane to support fundraiser in Te Puke
Old Pirates hosting All Blacks captain for Q and A.

Te Puke Sports’ big Baywide rugby win
Fullback Fletcher Carpenter was the star of the show; Rangiuru draw with Rangataua.

Byelection confirmed following Richard Crawford’s death
The new councillor will join John Scrimgeour, Grant Dally and Andy Wichers

Paengaroa WWII pilot Stanley Steel flew just three missions
Kiwi World War II pilot's body was not recovered until 1951.

Novel a beacon on author Ron Murray’s cancer journey
Coromandel love story set in the 70s, a time of transition.

Te Puke Utd open their account for 2024
Two wins and two losses for Te Puke's four teams.

Western Bay Council, Kāinga Ora slammed for lack of consultation
Council says no parties adversely affected by the development.

'Absolutely horrendous': Locals petition council over road concerns
A mobile speed camera recorded 90km/h in a 50km/h area.

Te Puke Fire Report
Calls during the past fortnight include assisting in the rescue of a horse.

Green light for lower peak-hour school speed limits
It is likely the new speed limits will come into effect within the next two years.

Maketu photographer wins NZ photo competition
Renowned Maketu photographer once again captures the essence NZ marine beauty.

Get up to speed on natural disaster readiness
Drop in to the library on April 18 for some essential tips and strategies.

Te Puke Sports flying the flag in the Baywide rugby comp
Strong, 13 team, Western Bay senior men's competition.

Poutiri Wellness Centre’s new disability support service
Service leader's role is part advocacy, part adviser

Blackbird Records opening in Te Puke this week
Owners want to create a destination for music lovers

Police report: Burglaries reported at Pukehina Beach
Arrests made following Pukehina Beach burglary.

Football: Tough start for Te Puke men's teams
Te Puke now has two women's teams for the first time in the club's history.

School revives pest hunt
The Te Ranga School event will have more of a conservation focus than in the past.

Mystery historic photo from Pukehina, 1981
Bandits capture a miscreant in this image from the past.

Lower speed limits for Western Bay up to two years away
The new speed management plan was adopted by the Western Bay of Plenty District Council.

Pāpāmoa Rotary golf tournament raises over $40,000
The tournament was won by the team from Generation Homes