Two deaths from whooping cough in New Zealand, low vaccination rates mean spread is more likely
Vaccination rates were "seriously low" after the pandemic disruption, officials said.
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Local Focus: Rotorua charities airdrop donated goods to Hawke’s Bay residents
What started with a single request for help quickly turned into something much bigger.
Rotorua sports facilities and destinations have had bustling week with Apes Games
Of the almost 3000 competitors, close to 1100 are international visitors,
The Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on hospital’s waiting list
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Taupō-Napier road set to be closed until April
Waka Kotahi NZ TransportAgency was hoping to have the road open earlier.
Former gang boss hands in patch, gets home D for role in drug smuggling ring
Jeffrey Gear has been sentenced for his involvement in a drug-smuggling ring.
Shovels shelved, time to party
A street party is on following the completion of the Taupō Town Centre Transformation.
Opinion: Two things especially clear after Cyclone Gabrielle
OPINION: We all have a part to play in the response to Cyclone Gabrielle.
House prices continue to drop with one district leading the trend
QV House Price Index for quarter to February shows 12.6 per cent drop on last year.
'Spending dropped sharply': How the Bay's spending was affected by Cyclone Gabrielle
Worldline data showed national consumer spending in February in retail was $2.8 billion.
Infrared camera to hunt illegal burners back on Rotorua's streets this winter
The illegal burners add to air pollution known to impact on health.
Alwyn Poole: The case for no one under 17 playing first XV rugby
OPINION: Educator Alwyn Poole speaks his mind about a troubling concern in school sports.
Tinder swindler: Victim traumatised, feels like a failure after sex-money scam
The victim, a father-of-two, thought he was chatting with an alluring blonde.
Teen charged with Cityride bus driver bashing appears in court
A man accused of bashing a Cityride bus driver has appeared in the Rotorua District Court.
‘Oh, my goodness, is it really $1 million?': Lotto player's rollercoaster ride since big win
From shock and bewilderment to excitement and relief.
Comment: Group tapping workforce opportunities
OPINION: Our work is finding regional solutions for regional labour market challenges.
Rangatahi studying how to reduce Te Arawa catfish populations
Summer internship inspires rangatahi to learn more about reducing catfish populations.
Arrest after vehicle rolls into Rotorua reserve following collision
Police were alerted to an incident on Ngongotahā Rd, near Taui St, about 7.10pm.
Opinion: Misstep by health boss was not a sacking offence
OPINION: As with so many political appointments, these are rarely straightforward.
Opinion: The big question the census didn't ask but will still answer
Kiwis may be losing their religion but need reasons to keep the faith in big public data.
Car hits pedestrian and power pole in Rotorua
Emergency services were called to Devon St.
Council pay outs for personal grievances revealed- but no apologies
Jobs losses and payouts: personal grievance claims at local councils revealed.
Council bills Government for share of emergency housing hearing costs
Former councillor says the council should have been more prepared.
Bay of Plenty Regional Council to save $7m in rates collection
'The benefits far outweigh the costs that we’ve incurred in terms of better engagement.'
Unrest at Taupō: Supervolcano rumbles on after recent 4.4 quake
Scientists keeping the official alert level of NZ's famous supervolcano slightly raised.
'Unattended cooking' cause of house fire that injured woman
The fire gutted a Mangakakahi home.
Comment: Connect with your neighbours and have a plan in place
The advice from police is to know your neighbours and make a plan before disaster strikes.
Despite troubles, Mt Ruapehu keeps its cool for next ski season
The intention is to have both Turoa and Whakapapa operating for 2023.
Volcanic unrest: More than 20 aftershocks following Taupō quake
GeoNet also noticed a small signal on newly installed tsunami sensors.
Sex and lies are used to sell vapes online
There are a variety of slick and misleading ways the products are marketed.
Region's leading farmers announced at award dinners
The Central Plateau and Bay of Plenty Dairy Industry Awards were held last weekend.
Kiri Gillespie: Time to break habits as cost-of-living crisis bites
Opinion: Things have changed. So has my mindset.
Willie Jackson: The rain's not racist, but the history of this country has undeniably been
By Māori, for Māori solutions can benefit all - I wouldn't support them if they didn't.