Katikati News

Rotary wants your old laptops!

Western Bay of Plenty residents who have old or unused laptops lying around the house are being asked to donate them to Rotary, which will repurpose them and... Read More

Centenarian celebrates 103rd in style

'Make sure my collar is turned over properly,” Joan McGrail politely asked niece Mary Pickett before she left her room for her 103rd birthday party at... Read More

New ambulance to enhance Katikati's safety

Katikati has a brand-new ambulance stationed in town thanks to the generosity of a charity organisation called We Care Community Trust. A dedication of the... Read More

Katikati Stags dominate Pāpāmoa, 47–7

The Katikati Stags are now preparing to take on Arataki after winning against Pāpāmoa at the weekend. The Stags travelled to Pāpāmoa on Saturday for a... Read More

Robotic lawn mowers ready to race at fundraiser

Action Equipment Katikati are combining a community fundraiser with one of their best selling products - the Husqvarna Automower. Branch Manager Mel Smyth... Read More

Stags dig deep for a resounding win

Katikati came alive on Saturday, May 3, as the Stags took on Eastern Districts in a thrilling home game filled with passion, community spirit, and outstanding... Read More

Darts club started for Katikati youth

A Katikati woman starting up a youth darts club in town this school term is asking families with interested college-aged children to get in touch. Natalie... Read More

'Incredible' turnout at Waihī Beach sports day

Brighton Reserve in Waihī Beach was abuzz with basketball fans of all ages recently, for the second annual Parafed BOP Basketball and Sport whānau fun day. The... Read More

Waihī Beach lifeguards reflect on calm season

Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services has wrapped up a successful patrol season, with calm surf conditions and thankfully, no tragic incidents. Director of lifeguarding... Read More

‘Biggest yet’ walking festival concludes

The Echo Walking Festival has concluded its most successful season to date, marking huge turnouts and an expansion in both size and scope. This includes not... Read More

Find out what’s planned for the Kaimai Ward

Want to know more about key topics such as the SH2 Ōmokoroa Rd intersection upgrade, Te Puna/Lochhead/Pitua/Tangitu roundabout, and Te Puna Station Rd intersection... Read More

Tips and tricks at cooking class

Katikati Community Centre is introducing a new course to teach people 'cooking on a budget”. Under the Good Neighbour umbrella, centre volunteers regularly... Read More