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Fri, Feb 6, 2026 5:05 AM

Coastal sanctuary with business potential

The owners of 215 Ohiwa Beach Road are committed to selling their coastal sanctuary, offering savvy

Fri, Feb 6, 2026 5:02 AM

Art Collective pop-up returns

After last year’s popular debut, the Art Collective pop-up exhibition has returned to The Strand, tr

Fri, Feb 6, 2026 5:01 AM

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

Fri, Feb 6, 2026 5:00 AM

Sheather painting in Rotorua Arts Award expo

Whakatāne artist Lea-Anne Sheather is among the finalists in the revived Rotorua Museum Art Awards 2

Fri, Feb 6, 2026 5:00 AM

Turn-key living with style and space

Style, comfort and functionality come together effortlessly at this beautifully renovated home, offe

Fri, Jan 30, 2026 5:05 AM

Spacious family living with poolside entertaining

Set on a generous, fenced quarter-acre section, this substantial two-storey home delivers space, ver

Fri, Jan 30, 2026 5:02 AM

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

Fri, Jan 30, 2026 5:00 AM

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

Fri, Jan 30, 2026 5:00 AM

Stone fruit stars of summer

■ Nectarines, peaches and apricots ■ Summer in the Bay of Plenty brings with it one of the great pl

Fri, Jan 30, 2026 5:00 AM

Big price reduction

Located on the upper level of the highly desirable Quayside Apartments, this immaculately presented

Fri, Jan 23, 2026 5:05 AM

Classic family home with river views

Enjoy river and ocean views from almost every room in this classic home on Whakatāne’s Muriwai Drive

Fri, Jan 23, 2026 5:02 AM

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

Fri, Jan 23, 2026 5:00 AM

Student photographers hold show

Whakatāne photography students will have their work in the spotlight when John Morin Creative hosts

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Fri, Jan 23, 2026 5:00 AM

Lakeside living with timeless charm

Tucked away in the ever-popular Otautu Bay, this beautifully presented 1404 square metre (approximat

Fri, Jan 16, 2026 5:05 AM

Classic Ōhope beach bach

Nestled just steps away from the golden sands of Ōhope Beach, 90 Pohutukawa Avenue offers a blend of

Fri, Jan 16, 2026 5:00 AM

Art show opens this weekend

After last year’s success, the Arts Collective Exhibition is back with an all-new array of art. The

Fri, Jan 16, 2026 5:00 AM

Grunwald brings blues to Whakatāne

Australia’s premier bluesman Ash Grunwald, below, is returning to New Zealand after sold-out shows i

Fri, Jan 16, 2026 5:00 AM

Charming family retreat near harbour

Nestled in one of Ōhope’s most desirable cul-de-sacs, this well-presented four-bedroom home boasts g

Fri, Jan 9, 2026 5:05 AM

Off-grid harbour retreat

Embrace the serenity of off-grid living with a modern twist at this stunning 5.43-hectare Wainui lif

Fri, Jan 9, 2026 5:03 AM

Hands-on creativity at Art in the Park

Families are invited to enjoy an afternoon of creativity, colour and connection when Art in the Park

Fri, Jan 9, 2026 5:00 AM

Finding calm in colour

A sense of calm, balance and quiet beauty runs through the work of Eastern Bay artist Elly Sharp, wh

Fri, Jan 9, 2026 5:00 AM

Harbourfront haven with timeless views

Stunning harbour views form the backdrop to everyday living at this elevated Ōhope residence, perfec

Wed, Dec 31, 2025 5:05 AM

Beachfront living with space and views

With ocean views and three levels of spacious, versatile living, this substantial home on Ōhope beac

Wed, Dec 31, 2025 5:03 AM

Storyteller wins top creative award

Renowned Whakatāne storyteller Joe Harawira has been named the supreme winner of Creative New Zealan

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The Beacon has been delivering news to the Eastern Bay since 1939 and is the leading source of community news in the region. The paper was founded by Leicester Spring and is still owned by the Spring family. Leicester’s son John Spring is the managing director.

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