News
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Locals and visitors in for a treat at this year’s Lantern Fest
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Lantern Festival is very soon so get your tickets for this amazing event now!
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Road Resurfacing in March 2026
NewsAs part of our road maintenance programme we've scheduled resurfacing work on the following roads
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Key outcomes from the Extra Ordinary Council meeting 9 March 2026
NewsA summary of discussions and key decisions at the Extra Ordinary Council meeting.
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Ōpape Beach Road – Emergency Works Underway
NewsMedia ReleasesThe severe weather event caused substantial erosion and damage to the public road, prompting the need for protective measures to ensure safe access for the community.
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Community design ideas sought for iconic welcome signs
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Welcome to Ōpōtiki signs that mark the three entrance points to the town are set for a new and inspired look.
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Double platinum superstars to light up Ōpōtiki Lantern Festival
NewsMedia ReleasesGet your tickets now for the famous Ōpōtiki Lantern Festival!
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Seven new citizens welcomed to Ōpōtiki
NewsMedia ReleasesWelcome to the seven newest citizens in the Ōpōtiki district.
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Mayoral column Feb 2026
Mayoral ColumnsA short update from the Mayor for February.
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Key outcomes from Ordinary Council meeting 3 February 2026
NewsMedia ReleasesRead a short summary of the ordinary council meeting this week.
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Weather event (red warning) 21-22 January 2026
NewsMedia ReleasesStay up to date with information on the severe weather event in the Bay of Plenty.
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Updates on SH2 Waioweka Gorge closure
NewsStay up to date on the latest news on SH2 closure due to slips and flooding.
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A summer of fun ahead for Ōpōtiki
NewsMedia ReleasesŌpōtiki locals and visitors to the region can look forward to a sizzling summer of events in Ōpōtiki this year.
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Key outcomes from Ordinary Council meeting 16 December 2025
NewsMedia ReleasesA short summary of key discussions and decisions from the recent council meeting.
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Motu road remains closed at 35km mark
NewsMedia ReleasesA large slip has closed Motu Road between Ōpōtiki and Gisborne and the road is likely to remain closed for some months.
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Councils commit to a joint water services investigation
NewsMedia ReleasesThe next milestone in future water service delivery with a signed commitment with RLC, KDC, and WDC to work together to investigate next best steps.
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Ōpōtiki outer harbour buoys to be removed
NewsMedia ReleasesThe red and green outer buoys outside the entrance to Ōpōtiki harbour breakwaters in open sea will be removed over the coming weeks.
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First community hub for Ōpōtiki district
NewsMedia ReleasesGreat coverage in the Ōpōtiki News of the district's first Community Emergency Hub!
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Joint Statement from Eastern Bay of Plenty Mayors - LG reform
Mayoral ColumnsNewsMedia ReleasesMayors commit to constructive engagement in reform process.
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Rural and Provincial Sector Meeting success for Bay councils
NewsMedia ReleasesBay of Plenty leaders fill national LGNZ positions at Rural and Provincial meeting.
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Key outcomes from Ordinary Council meeting 18 November 2025
NewsMedia ReleasesThe informal notes on the key outcomes from the meeting on Tuesday 18 November 2025.
