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Back from injury and ready to take on the world
A young BMX racer is hoping to claim international victories at two upcoming competitions.
Opinion: Why the rental crisis is a national disgrace
Opinion: Kāinga Ora’s home ownership schemes deserve more taxpayer money.
Māori movie makes entrance at prestigious French film festival
Ka Whawhai Tonu stills on show at Cannes.
'The king of the mountain has fallen': Mountain biker mourned by community
'His laugh will be forever echoed around the park.'
Inflation takes away gains from Labour’s Working for Families package
Inflation is eating away at people's benefits.
Man injured in car park dies; homicide investigation launched
Man was found with serious injuries in a car park in Whakatāne.
Leading entertainment figure trial: Business relations sour after assault allegation, court told
The High Court trial is continuing in Rotorua.
Medsafe suspends Pharmacy 44's operating licences
Medsafe says an audit found a "significant number of non-compliance issues".
Sheep and beef farmer clinches top beer award with perfect pilsner
A farmer forced to rethink his business has brewed up the best beer in NZ.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers share views on family's rental struggle
Subscribers have their say.
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Koutu turns pink to get behind Pink Shirt Day
Pink Shirt Day is about reducing bullying by celebrating diversity in all its forms.
What scientists just discovered about Taupō's latest ‘super-eruption’
The gigantic Ōruanui event was big enough to form Lake Taupō and spread ash to Antarctica.
Heavy rain watch, possible thunderstorms for region
The watch is in place until Tuesday morning.
'Where does it stop?': Councillors debate request to consult on previous council decision
A notice of motion was filed ahead of this week's council meeting.
‘Real possibility’ some roads will be abandoned, Transport Minister says
Climate change, and the extreme weather it will bring, could see some roads abandoned.
Entries open for 2023 Rotorua Business Awards
With entries now open, people can nominate the businesses they 'admire and love'
Whakatane turnoff: 30-minute delays expected during roundabout build
Waka Kotahi will be monitoring delays and queues.
Cancer survivor urges support for lifesaving cause
One woman has been fundraising to give back to the charity that helped her through cancer.
Revealed: City homes wasting 84 tonnes of food a week - and what you can do about it
An expert shares how people can make the most of their groceries as living costs rise.
Pedestrian hit by car outside Rotorua supermarket
The pedestrian was hurt this afternoon outside New World.
Your ultimate guide to using ChatGPT
Plus 10 ways to use it to better yourself professionally.
'Huge help': Pharmacists praise decision to abolish $5 prescription fee
The decision, announced as part of Budget 2023, will cost the government $619m.
Two people seriously injured in crash near Matatā
State Highway 2 West has been blocked as emergency service work at the scene.
64-year-old charged after man found injured in Whakatāne car park
The 64-year-old was due to appear at Whakatāne District Court on Saturday.
Student wins exploration of Scion’s labs
Angus Macklin enjoyed seeing the variety of research at Scion.
Making steak an art form: How Mount restaurant made world’s top 101 steak list
Forget plain steak, Mount restaurant serves carnivore artistry.
Tiny home owner faces prospect of seeing it taken away
When Pete started building his tiny home he had no idea he was doing anything illegal.
Man trapped under truck on Napier-Taupo highway in serious condition
A section of State Highway 5 was closed for at least an hour.
Social services provider's income more than doubles to $5m
Most of the trust’s income came from government contracts.
The Premium Debate: 33 pothole complaints in 10 days
Online subscribers have their say.
Mark Lister: Relax, AI isn’t taking your job (yet)
History is littered with examples of tech advances bringing significant change to workers.
Weather: State Highway 30 closed to westbound traffic
A yellow heavy rain watch will be in place the Bay, including, Rotorua, starting at 3am.
Man charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm
Polic want to hear from anyone with information on Thursday's incident in Whakatāne.