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Lizard News has a print run of 12,000 including mailbox deliveries from the Wairoa River at Bethlehem to Waihī Beach, through the rural & urban areas of the west of the Western Bay of Plenty District; Te Puna, Whakamārama, Matakana Is, Ōmokoroa, Pahoia, Apata, Aongatete, Katikati, Tahāwai, Bowentown and Athenree.

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1 month ago

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1 month ago

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Kids’ hunting and fishing competitionBy Jaimee HartCommitteeA group of local parents has teamed up to create and launch a new Kids Hunting and Fishing Competition, aimed at getting kids outdoors and teaching them valuable skills in hunting and fishing. It’s a great opportunity for the next generation to learn new outdoor skills while having fun and staying safe.The competition will be held anywhere you choose within the Tauranga Harbour boundaries and local bush surroundings, with the prize-giving at Trailor Made on the main highway (opposite Forta Leza). Entries are open now, and the event runs from Friday 11th April to Sunday 13th April, with the prize-giving at 4pm.The event is open to kids aged 0-13, divided into two age groups: 0-6 and 6-13, offering a chance for all ages to get involved and enjoy the challenge.There’s a Magpie Challenge with a $300 cash prize for the most magpies caught. The challenge can start as soon as you enter, with the goal of eradicating as many magpies as possible. These can be trapped or hunted and frozen until the prize-giving day. This challenge is sponsored by Height 4 Hire.There will be exciting spot prizes and goodie bags for participants, along with face painting and a sausage sizzle on prize-giving day. The major spot prize is a paddle board, scooter and hunting trip. It’s sure to be a fun-filled day for all kids and families.To sign up, email your interest to kidshuntingandfishingcomp@gmail.com. You’ll receive all the details you need to get started. For updates and more information, visit our Facebook page. We’re excited to see everyone there for a fun, safe, and memorable event, which we hope to hold annually. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

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Heads up Katikati and Waihī Beach! Western Bay of Plenty District Council will host a Community Forum 'expo' event on Wednesday 9th April at The Centre – Pātuki Manawa Digital Hub from 7-9pm.It's a chance to connect with ward councillors Allan Sole, Anne Henry and Rodney Joyce, and to get a better understanding of local initiatives by talking to the teams behind them. Key projects: Athenree Jetty, Heron Crescent Elder Housing, Dave Hume Pool upgrades, Katikati Wastewater Disposal Future Directions.Consultation items: Local Water Done Well, Ahi Pātiki – Athenree Crossing.Other things you might want to discuss: Service requests and general enquiries, Emergency Management, Elections 2025, Kerbside education, Funding and Grants, Roading projects and education, Predator Free BOP.Staff and elected members will be there to answer your questions. ... See MoreSee Less
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