Timeless charm on Muriwai Drive
Nestled in one of Whakatāne’s most prestigious locations – Whakatāne Heads – this stunning property
Wild flavours on the menu
The award-winning Local Wild Food Festival returns to Mahy Reserve, Ōhope on Saturday. Now in its 1
Baroque beauty blooms as Affetto opens season
Music lovers are in for an afternoon of elegance and emotion when Music Whakatāne opens its 2026 sea
DeSotos to bring bluesy groove to Jazz in the Park
A firm favourite on the Eastern Bay summer arts calendar, Jazz in the Park returns next Saturday wit
Super-spacious beachfront beauty
Sweeping, ever-changing ocean views set the scene for life in this exceptional oceanfront residence
Turn-key living in sought-after avenue
For buyers seeking a low-maintenance, well-presented home in a prime Kawerau location, 15A Hardie Av
Wild flavours take centre stage at food festival
One of Whakatāne’s most anticipated summer events, the Wild Food Festival, returns to Mahy Reserve i
Capsicums: colourful, crunchy and packed with goodness
■ Capsicums are one of those vegetables that quietly do a lot of heavy lifting in the kitchen. Swee
Murals bring colour and calm to children's ward
Delightful new murals by Eastern Bay artist Dannika Tukua have transformed spaces at Whakatāne Hospi
Family home priced to sell
With an updated price, this family home in James Street is just waiting to be snapped up by a savvy
Homegrown musician joins Celtic trio for Rotorua concert
Kawerau musician Lee Corbett Barton is returning to the stage this weekend as part of a new Celtic f
Coastal sanctuary with business potential
The owners of 215 Ohiwa Beach Road are committed to selling their coastal sanctuary, offering savvy
Art Collective pop-up returns
After last year’s popular debut, the Art Collective pop-up exhibition has returned to The Strand, tr
Get your Big Bike Film Night fix
Marking its 12th year, The Big Bike Film Night 2026 is set to ignite the passion of cycling enthusia
Sheather painting in Rotorua Arts Award expo
Whakatāne artist Lea-Anne Sheather is among the finalists in the revived Rotorua Museum Art Awards 2
Turn-key living with style and space
Style, comfort and functionality come together effortlessly at this beautifully renovated home, offe
Spacious family living with poolside entertaining
Set on a generous, fenced quarter-acre section, this substantial two-storey home delivers space, ver
Fest promises kites, sand art and beachside fun
Ōhope Beach will come alive this weekend as the inaugural Ōhope Beach Festival delivers a packed pro
Whakatāne music students enjoy international exam success
Three young Whakatāne music students have made local history by becoming the first in the area to si
Stone fruit stars of summer
■ Nectarines, peaches and apricots ■ Summer in the Bay of Plenty brings with it one of the great pl
Big price reduction
Located on the upper level of the highly desirable Quayside Apartments, this immaculately presented
Classic family home with river views
Enjoy river and ocean views from almost every room in this classic home on Whakatāne’s Muriwai Drive
Porcelain, gardens and creativity on show at Maria King’s Open Studio
Porcelain artist Maria King is opening the doors to her rural studio and garden this weekend, inviti
Student photographers hold show
Whakatāne photography students will have their work in the spotlight when John Morin Creative hosts