Katikati news
Fatal dog attack: Community begins 'healing process' after child's death
A blessing has been given at Katikati Medical Centre, where staff tried to save Timoti, 4.
Locals take NZTA median barriers fight to Parliament
Rochelle Zajko's petition calls for barrier gaps and safe turning bays.
'All we knew was avocado on toast': City couple's orchard adventure
Couple flipped their lives from corporate city dwellers to hands-on avocado orchardists.
‘Only meant to scare it’: Dog killed after being shot with slug gun
Glenn Forsyth saw a dog eating bread he'd put out for birds. He shot it with a slug gun.
'Pathetic' vandals tear up cricket turf
The Katikati Cricket Club has been left disheartened after some weekend vandalism.
‘Dangerous’: GP wait times force local clinic to close books
Katikati health practice says poor funding has caused 'dangerous' wait times.
Toy library thanks community for new carpet
The Katikati Toy Library has a new lease on life - ready for 2025.
Co-operative grocery store pitched to battle food insecurity
Target recipients include those experiencing food insecurity.
Waitangi Day in the Bay of Plenty: Your guide to events
Annual events will be returning this Waitangi Day to bring local communities together.
Rural news
Icy plunge: Temperatures to drop 10C as snow hits south
A cold, punchy southerly is set to bring a cold snap over much of the country.
Treaty Principles Bill with David Seymour on The Country
Phil Duncan, David Seymour, Tom Young, and Dom Jones.
Fire crews battle big blaze after controlled burn-off in Central Hawke's Bay
The fire, which started about 3.30pm on Saturday, took until 10.30pm to control.
Car news and advice
Limited Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 Edition R brings track upgrades to NZ
Tougher looks and a new 'Race' mode make the mid-size SUV even sportier than before.
What's an EREV? Extended range electric vehicles explained
What exactly is an Extended Range Electric Vehicle and how are they different from PHEVs?
Mazda reveals CX-6e electric SUV to take on Tesla Model Y
Mazda has officially revealed its new all-electric midsize SUV.
OneRoof property news
‘Big burly men’ get scared the most - ex-hospital with paranormal past for sale
Landmark Pahīatua property has been home to patients, ghosts and medieval warriors.
'Enormously relieved' - Ex-mayor sells much-loved bach to locals
There had been overseas interest in the holiday home.
Float v fix: Will the banks offer better interest rate deals in six months?
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
More local news
Former PM shocked by trampled dotterel breeding ground
The Waihī Beach community is in shock after a series of disturbing vandalism incidents.
BoP summer music festival guide: Kiwi band reveals 'ridiculous' ritual
The hottest music festivals in Taupō, Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Coromandel.
Katikati Advertiser signs off
Katikati Advertiser has marked many community successes and milestones in its time.
Graduates say goodbye to school years
Graduates leave behind a legacy for younger students to aspire to, principal says.
Reptiles make for great pets, but they too are for life
Reptile World will showcase several species of reptiles at Katikati A&P Show in February.
Katikati senior constable to work in Chatham Islands
Katikati police are looking for a new staff member.
A day of culture for the Katikati community
Multicultural performances, music, interactive workshops and more.
Environmental group in the running for community of the year
The awards recognise groups that have made an outstanding difference to their community.
Communications, clocks and treasures among summer museum exhibitions
Historic clocks and communications at Western Bay Museum.
The Fox drew a record 25 teams
The total funds raised over the five years of the event is more than $200,000
A jolly good Christmas celebration
Christmas in the Park followed the festive Santa Parade on Saturday.
Let’s go, New Zealand ... it’s The Shania Twain Story
Q&A with Shania Twain tribute singer Liza Rebecca Walsh.
Centre at risk of more cutbacks
The centre will have to consolidate further if it does not get the help it needs.