Water restriction status signs are being installed in high-profile locations in Whakatane and Ohope to remind residents of the need to conserve water during the dry summer months.

 Eastern Bay of Plenty reseal programme starts January 19

The former Kiwi Air owner pushing to get a new airline in the sky says he has all the money needed to get underway. He also has a new name and livery for the airline.

Experienced volunteers from around the country have arrived to help save up to 60 stranded pilot whales in the Bay of Plenty.