King’s Birthday Honours: Alexis LewGor awarded MNZM
She couldn't sleep all weekend after hearing about the honour.
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Lead Whakaari burns surgeon Dr Richard Wong She honoured on King's Birthday
'We rebuild bodies to restore lives and that’s what we're trying to do.'
Spirit and flax: Matekino Lawless, 95, receives King's Birthday Honour
'I accepted it for my children, that they be proud of their mother when she’s not around.'
'Very privileged': Local netball icon recognised in King's Birthday honours
Pat Wyatt has received the Queen's Service Medal for services to netball.
What woke up Taupō? Super-volcano’s year-long episode leaves burning questions
One of Taupō's biggest bouts in 150 years has left scientists more questions than answers.
The style that shook up Napier's look
How the 1931 earthquake influenced Napier's Art Deco style.
One more year: Man sentenced for role in gang plot to smuggle 1.5 tonnes of cocaine
Lionel McDonald was already in prison for 138kg meth haul when hit with new drug charges.
Business digest: Bayleys announce 2023 annual award winners
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Brain is key: 'Everything else just wiring and plumbing'
A new clinic in Taupō offers strategies to keep memories sharp into old age.
Some kiwifruit growers in financial strife after 'catastrophic' season
'Unbelievably bad' kiwifruit season has the industry experiencing huge pressures.
Hunting for the black gold
Big read: Their property has proven to be one of the highest per tree producers.
Mark Lister: What a central bank pause means for markets
Opinion: We're close to seeing the last of interest rate hikes for this cycle.
Deluge forces Monday Walkers to retreat
The Monday Walkers tackle a walk in the rain to the top of the W2K shared track.
'Dream retirement' to 'worst nightmare': Surging lake inundates houses
After months of rainfall they now worry what winter will bring.
'Life-changing': Woman’s 40-year journey to unlock the mysteries of her damaged brain
'My brain does not fit the signs, I’ve always known this'
Is doggy daycare right for your pooch?
Are you thinking about doggy daycare for your little or big pooch?
Rotorua schools embrace Samoan Language Week celebrations
Cultural lessons for kids with Samoan the third most spoken language in New Zealand.
Opinion: Bilingual signs caused a storm in my inbox - but are they really new?
Opinion: Isn’t it interesting what provokes the most outrage in some people?
‘Highly predatory’: Groomer who exploited boys for 'sexual gratification' sentenced
A man guilty of six sexual offences against young boys has been jailed.
Social spin-offs from economic development a focus for new council CEO
Julie Gardyne has been given the job of Taupō District Council CEO.
Man arrested and charged after shot allegedly fired in carpark
31-year-old due to appear in the Rotorua District Court tomorrow after Taupō arrest.
100 years in the making: Rugby clubs face-off in historic double-header
Rotoiti and Mount Maunganui rugby clubs unit to celebrate a century of rugby.
Want chickens? Here's what you need to know
Raising hens in your backyard? Forget the roosters.
Homicide investigation launched after body found down bank
Police have cordoned off the scene at Matahi Valley Rd in Eastern Bay of Plenty.
'Just want a bit of money': Entertainment figure trial witness quizzed on overheard conversation
More Crown evidence has been heard.
Man jailed 15yrs for killing drug-ring member buried on Desert Rd
A man who served time for dumping victim's body is sentenced again - this time for murder.
Electric shock inquiry: Firm spends $100K to raise safety standards
Worker was electrocuted by power cable while digging.
Ngahi Bidois: Obituary for my Dad - a gentleman and warrior
Opinion: My father taught us many lessons which I would like to share with you.
Gun fired outside Taupō Four Square
“The investigative team is following a number of strong lines of inquiry.”
Body discovered on side of road in Putāruru
The death does not appear to be suspicious, a police spokesperson said.
Haere ra! Rotorua Weekender publishes final edition
The first Rotorua Weekender was printed in 1988 as part of the Rotorua Daily Post.
Highlights and memories with Rotorua Weekender
It has been a privilege to meet many amazing local people and share their stories.
'Huge risk': Rotorua Mayor calls for urgent action after Loafers Lodge tragedy
Some accommodation providers have been described as unsafe.
Rotorua Weekender signs off with final edition
The first Rotorua Weekender was printed in 1988.