News
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Join us for the dog event of the year!
NewsIt’s back baby! Bigger and better than ever. Don’t miss Doggy Day Out at Ōmokoroa Sports Ground this weekend - 10am-1pm, Saturday 25 February.
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Western Bay joins national programme to get young people in jobs
NewsImagine all young people under 25 engaged in appropriate education, training, work or positive activities in their communities – that’s the goal of a new programme rolling out in Te Puke and Maketu.
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Same look, new design for kerbside pay-as-you-throw tags
Kerbside CollectiveNewsIncreased durability, reliability and anti-copying measures are some of the key features of our newly redesigned pay-as-you-throw (PAYT) tags.
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Trustees for Tourism Bay of Plenty
NewsDo you have a passion for the Coastal Bay of Plenty and growing the region’s visitor economy? If so, a Tourism Bay of Plenty trustee position may be your perfect opportunity!
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State of Emergency declared for the Bay of Plenty region
NewsWestern Bay of Plenty Mayor James Denyer declared a State of Emergency tonight, as the conditions from Cyclone Gabrielle worsened.
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Two emergency evacuation centres to open
NewsEmergency Evacuation Centres in Waihī Beach and Pongakawa will open their doors to the community tonight in anticipation for the impacts of Cyclone Gabrielle.
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Preparing to self evacuate and what to take for Cyclone Gabrielle
NewsPeople living in at-risk areas are being urged to prepare to self evacuate today and avoid getting caught in the worst of Cyclone Gabrielle.
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Work to begin on elder housing redevelopment in Katikati
NewsIf you’re out and about in Katikati you’ll soon see work taking place around the elder housing units on Heron Crescent.
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See legendary animal behaviourist at Doggy Day Out
NewsWe’re super excited to announce that world-renowned animal behaviourist and trainer Mark Vette will be joining us at this year’s Doggy Day Out!
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Community kōrero kicks off with Kaimai
NewsAll are welcome to attend the first Kaimai ward Community Forum of 2023.
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Waitangi Day celebrations
NewsCheck out the community events happening to celebrate Te Rā o Waitangi (Waitangi Day).
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Your local library wants you back
NewsDid you know that there’s over 1.2 million pukapuka (books), magazine, eBooks, eAudio books and eMagazines available from your local Western Bay library?
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Off the beaten track: cycling gems in the Western Bay
NewsJust like that it’s almost February and Bike Month again.
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Annual Report caps off a busy 2022
NewsA year of overcoming challenges, smart decisions and wins make up Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s 2021/22 Annual Report.
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Discover the best kurī-friendly walks in the Western Bay
Interesting ReadsNewsDid you know there are over 20 places to take your dog (kurī) for a walk in the Western Bay?
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Camp with care in the Western Bay
Interesting ReadsNewsCamping is a rite of passage in New Zealand. Each summer we hustle to get a good spot close to a lake, a river, beach or forest, and enjoy time reconnecting with whānau surrounded by nature.
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Your summer reads sorted!
Interesting ReadsNewsLooking for a good summer read and not sure where to start? The team at Western Bay of Plenty District Council Libraries have you sorted.
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Major road improvements complete in Ōmokoroa
Ōmokoroa Peninsula ProjectsNewsTwo key roads in Ōmokoroa are now safer and easier to use thanks to major upgrades completed this month.
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Meri Kirihimete from Mayor Denyer and the Western Bay team
NewsMeri Kirihimete me ngā mihi o te wā. We wish everyone a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year and a relaxing break.
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Mayor Denyer adds civil defence deputy chair role to his list
NewsWestern Bay Mayor James Denyer joins Kawerau Mayor Kawerau Mayor in guiding the top level of decision making for emergency management in the region.
