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Bay leaders sign off $755m bid for transport funding
Revealed: The full list of projects for which Bay leaders want 100pc Government funding.
Whakatane business owners welcome lease relief
"It's a good idea, but it should have come through sooner," says one retailer.
'Wood-first' policy could create 3000 jobs nationwide
Business chambers and forestry leaders want new publicly-funded projects to use wood.
Eastern Bay of Plenty Covid-19 assessment times change
The changes affect the Whakatāne and Ōpōtiki assessment centres but not Kawerau's.
Local Focus: Kawerau, Whakatāne and Ōpōtiki on the road to recovery
Eastern Bay towns working together to succeed. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Kawerau, Whakatāne and Ōpōtiki on the road to recovery
Eastern Bay towns working together to succeed. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Te Puke workers' final test results negative
The Bay of Plenty DHB has also relaxed its visiting policy under Covid-19 alert level 3.
Whakatāne to benefit from Growth Fund loans
More than $48 million in loans will be pumped into regional projects throughout NZ.
New Research: White Island rocks hold clues
The finding could allow more accurate monitoring and forecasting of future eruptions.
'Proven potential for harm' before Whakaari eruption
In 2018, researchers cited seven life-threatening "near misses" at Whakaari since 2006.
Bay of Plenty highway projects resume
Road workers are back in action on projects stopped under level 4
Port productivity jumps to record levels despite Covid 19
Kiwifruit and dairy strong but fears held for forestry.
Doctors urge all sore throats taken seriously
A sore throat in children could be a symptom of Covid-19 or Step A.
No new cases in the Bay, three-wave economic plan
It is the second day in a row the region has had no new cases.
Two DHB staff, one patient have Covid-19
There were no new cases in the Bay of Plenty or Lakes regions
Tauranga mental health worker tests positive for Covid-19
New mental health patients will be diverted to other hospitals away from Tauranga.
White Island survivors held breath for two minutes underwater
New account of helicopter pilot Brian Depauw's life-saving instructions to his passengers.
BOP and Lakes DHB virus cases rise by one each
The number of cases in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes DHBs have risen by one each.
How to keep everyone entertained this 'staycation' weekend
Whether young or old, these ideas are sure to make everyone happy.
Number of Bay of Plenty cases remains the same
The number of cases in the Bay of Plenty has not risen again today.
Covid-19: Pop-up testing clinics at Tōrere and Ōpape marae
The pop-ups provide a kaupapa Māori service to small and rural communities.
Address health concerns with your family doctor as usual
Not doing so could result in conditions worsening.
No new coronavirus cases in the Bay of Plenty
There were 15 new cases in New Zealand.
Bay of Plenty Covid-19 cases rise as Lakes DHB number falls
Today's new cases show it is not over yet for the Bay of Plenty.
Businesses, workers navigate job uncertainty
"We will likely hear of further job losses as the uncertainty drags on."
Changes to Bay Covid-19 assesment centres
Murupara, Waimana, Rūātoki, Waikaremoana and Ruatāhuna will see one day clinics soon.
More help on the way for struggling Bay communities
Bay Trust are preparing to help those who are struggling.
No change in Lakes, Bay of Plenty DHB case numbers
However, there are 17 new cases across New Zealand.
Lakes DHB cases rise, Bay of Plenty DHB drop as probable case tests negative
There are 41 confirmed and probable cases in the Bay of Plenty DHB and 16 in Lakes.
Rain to stick around for at least the rest of the week
More rain is expected throughout the Bay of Plenty for at least the rest of the week.
No change in Lakes, Bay of Plenty Covid 19 cases
The national case tally went up today but the Lakes and Bay of Plenty tallies didn't.
Motels offer nearly 1000 units for homeless
Community groups have been praised for their dedication during the Covid 19 lockdown.
Household jobs to do in lockdown this Easter weekend
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