ISSUE 8: FEBRUARY 2011
The Motu Cycle Trail is under construction and is likely to be the first of 18 new tracks to open. This is planned for October/November 2011. More...
The opportunity for softwood processing in Kawerau was showcased at the Forest Wood event at Te Papa in October. The promotional booklet has been widely distributed and a Chinese company that has an interest in establishing processing operations in NZ will be visiting in February. More...
Toi-EDA is developing a comprehensive online survey to try to answer these questions. The results will assist us to achieve the targets that have been set out in the Whakatane urban growth strategy. More...
In the latest Economic Trends reports released by Toi-EDA, Kawerau recorded a significant economic growth improvement of almost 6%. This compared to 0.8% for the whole Eastern Bay of Plenty region and 1.4% for the whole Bay of Plenty area. More...
If you haven’t noticed the flags around town proclaiming Whakatane as the sunshine capital you need your eyes tested. What the locals have known for years NIWA has finally had to concede that Whakatane is the sunniest place in the country winning the title with 2561 hours of sunshine in 2010. More...
James sometimes with friends is the front man for the Eastern Bay of Plenty marketing videos featuring key attractions such as White Island, fishing and diving and learning how to surf. More...
Journalists from Australian publications Outer Edge Magazine, National Geographic Australia and The Australian were in the region in November experiencing a range of activities before heading to Waikaremoana for the Lake to Lighthouse multi sport event. More...
Redeveloping the www.whakatane.com website has been a major project for Toi-EDA. The site is bright and colourful and easy to use and includes a booking function. Feedback from visitors and operators has been positive. More...
These two quite different events showcase the western part of the district. The Matata Festival on 5 March 2011 is a community event that will see the road closed and the street come alive with a range of local food and craft stalls. Classic cars will be on display. More...
Event Manager Mike van der Boom is quietly confident that the Fijian rugby side will spend time in Ohope 28 August -5 September 2011 after he hosted the CEO of the Fijian Rugby Union who was here to check out training and accommodation venues. More...
