Rotorua courthouse evacuated after threat reported
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NZ can’t arrest its way out of the gang problem, science chief warns
Professor Dame Juliet Gerrard has quietly released a new report.
Fitting send-off after four decades as a funeral director
Graeme McIntosh was the local funeral director for over 40 years.
Security systems being reviewed after vandalism in forest
A meeting between groups was sparked by forest amenities being destroyed at the weekend.
‘Fanaticism’: Mayor reacts to district's 30km/h speed limit plan
A plan to lower the speed limit has been described as fanatical by Mayor Victor Luca.
‘He’s going to rape me’: Woman tells entertainment figure jury she sent texts for help
Complainant says she later moved out of her home because she felt unsafe.
Luke Kirkness: Engineer's compensation triumph offers hope to motorists
Frustration on the roads: Getting compensation for pothole damage shouldn't be so hard.
Have you seen Aria? Police appeal to find missing teen
Aria, also known as Angel, went missing from Warkworth on June 20.
The Premium Debate: Reacting to Jan Tinetti being ordered to apologise
Opinion: Premium subscribers have their say.
'His shimmy is on point': Dancing for Hospice pairing preparing routine for show night
After nearly 15 weeks of rehearsals, Aaron Sears says: “I’m at one and a half left feet!"
Exploring the art of traditional Māori musical instruments
An accomplished taonga pūoro musician brings his craft to Taupō.
School of last resort: How to fix NZ’s vital but ignored alternative education system
New Zealand’s alternative education system suffers from inadequate facilities.
Taupō walking tracks the locals love
Taupō walking groups share their experiences on various local trails.
Tommy Wilson: Club rugby semi-final shows sport is the great connector
"It was much more than rugby and missed kicks."
Hold up: National calls on Waka Kotahi to answer their 0800 number faster
National's call for a timely service as taxpayers complain about phone wait times.
Kāinga Ora plan could see up to 40 small apartments built
There's a conditional contract between Kāinga Ora and a developer.
'Extremely frustrating': Former deputy mayor hits out at vandals, thieves
The damage will cost $10,000 to Mountain Bike Rotorua.
Dry and warm start to winter in Taupō
Bevan Choat summarises Taupō's weather for June 2023.
Kiri Allan's future uncertain, PM lines up a 'good chat' with her
Hipkins says she is 'exceptionally talented' and has contributed 'an awful lot'.
'We stand in solidarity': Moment of silence 60 years since plane tragedy
The cold, windy weather didn't stop hundreds of people from paying their respects.
Ruapehu’s late ski sale a ‘shot in the dark’
'The move from despair to elation was so fast'.
Woman accused of damaging graves with car at Rotorua cemetery named
A woman charged over allegations she drove over graves at Rotorua's cemetery enters pleas.
Opinion: Rotorua teen realises New Zealand basketball dream
Opinion: At the tender age of 16, you get the feeling she already is a role model.
Beach town’s ‘cheapest’ bach sells above asking price for $685,000
Three buyers competed for property on Ohope's Golden Mile.
'Whānau feeding whānau': Hangi packs for Matariki
Western Heights High School and Kura Kai charity join forces.
Putting some 'mussel' behind Solomon Island language week
“We may not have it all, but together we have it all.”
Chainsaw and fire: Mountain Bike Rotorua shuttle site destroyed
Several items were also stolen from the site, but the owner is still positive.
Zinc? Honey? Ginger? What actually helps when you have a cold or the flu?
New York Times: Some of the most popular remedies that show at least a little promise.
Tai Mitchell 2023: West beats Gold in both finals
The 2023 edition of the Tai Mitchell tournament is being played in Whakatāne.
Joelle King equals Dame Susan Devoy's squash title record
The record set by squash great Dame Susan Devoy in 1992 has been equalled.
Strong wind watch for BoP, orange warning for Coromandel
Strong wind warnings issued for Bay of Plenty and Coromandel.
'I can’t take a break': Carer no-shows leave woman 'burnt out' caring for mum with dementia
The care company says it is trying to solve its staff shortages.