Whakatane District, Whakatane

2663 days ago

Taupo business groups call for change

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

Build new, but build elsewhere, local business groups told Taupo District Council at a hearing on Wednesday.

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2664 days ago

Where's the best place for a sweet treat in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!

Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky … View more
You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!

Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky Neighbourly member a $50 birthday Prezzy® card!

*T&Cs apply.

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2665 days ago

McAlister Street pump station upgrade reaches final stage

Richard Parfitt from Whakatāne District Council

A major upgrade to the McAlister Street stormwater pump station has reached its final stage, with modifications to the existing pump house structure being undertaken over the next four months. This follows the installation of a new 20-metre long box culvert through the stopbank that was completed … View moreA major upgrade to the McAlister Street stormwater pump station has reached its final stage, with modifications to the existing pump house structure being undertaken over the next four months. This follows the installation of a new 20-metre long box culvert through the stopbank that was completed during the summer.

Read the article: www.whakatane.govt.nz...

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2666 days ago

Water contamination blamed for Edgecumbe residents' illness

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from

Hi neighbours,
Edgecumbe residents affected by the recent flood believe they are being poisoned in their own homes.
Residents of three homes in Totara Street have reported headaches, nausea, coughing and dizziness when returning to their homes to conduct clean-ups.
READ MORE in the link below.

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2666 days ago

This factory is buzzing with Te Reo

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

Between the roar of sawblades and thunk of 500kg logs at Tenon wood mouldings plant, Te Reo Maori can be heard.
That's all thanks to voluntary Te Reo lessons, which have been offered to staff since November last year.

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