Widening of MSD scope 'absurd', opposition says
But others in the Bay have welcomed the additional support, which included youth.
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'The focus is on survival': Kiwis advised to spend wisely as living costs soar
Public Service Association members protested in support of a cost of living pay rise.
'Nightmare': Bad tenants knuckle down while some landlords eye holiday market
Desperate families are also applying for one-bedroom homes.
Business digest: New invention, luxury spa awards, restaurant recognised
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'Quite nasty': Customers lash out over transport delays
'Some just don't care about our problems.'
Migrants prefer Australia, Canada over NZ due to crime, housing costs - recruiter
A recruiter at a UK job market says no one wanted to move here.
Mark Lister: A wild ride for UK financial markets
We shouldn't underestimate how much all the UK drama has added to the uncertainty
'Thrilled': Proposal to lower voting age to 16 supported
The review proposes other changes - including four-year council terms.
Letters to the editor: Homeless influx hurting Rotorua's appeal
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
Photographer showcases 'raw and real' portraits of 40 NZ women over 40
Women are notoriously hard on themselves and this is about letting go of perfection.
Michele Hunter: Frustrated public is starting to lose its faith in the justice system
OPINION: The public is losing faith in both the justice system and community policing.
Amazeing: Rotorua icon to reopen in December
New owners Chris and Fiona Callander promise visitors fun, challenges and surprises.
Matt Cowley: Take the daily relaxation challenge over summer
That daily habit may just pay dividends for you when you need it later in the New Year.
Principal speaks out after Bibles given to students outside school
Parents complained after religious literature was handed out this week.
Rollin' for the rainbow: Bay of Plenty roller derby groups to compete in fundraiser
Funds will go to Gender Dynamix, whose building burned down earlier this year.
$20.5 million in rates still unpaid as late penalties loom
The last day of the council's grace period for rates is October 31.
'Humble' unsung hero of Whakaari/White Island eruption honoured by family after death
'If it wasn't for Jason doing what he did, [some of the injured] would have died.'
Rotorua's 3D maze reopening as Wonderworld Amazement Park
Chris and Fiona Callander are the new owners of Rotorua's 3D maze at Tikitere. They are reopening on 1st December 2022 as Wonderworld Amazement Park.
Indoor facilities to close as next stage of project begins
The council has secured $8.05m in government funding for the project.
Sonya Bateson: We don't want our children becoming rapists through ignorance
OPINION: Parents should be teaching young adults about healthy sexual relationships.
Luke Kirkness: The world can be dangerous. I'm glad there are heroes out there
OPINION: It's clear that Whakaari rescuers have courageous and noble qualities.
Sweeping reforms for local elections floated
Allowing 16-year-olds to vote and mana whenua appointees among recommendations.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers have their say on alcohol harm
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Ready to ride: locals, riders gearing up for Crankworx Rotorua
The iconic mountain biking event is just over a week away.
Rotorua teen excited to share Duckrockers role
Tiare Savea has a main role in television series Duckrockers which launches on Wednesday.
Paul Hickey: Superb weekend, 'out of this world' chip flavour, Trunk or Treat
Paul Hickey discusses superb weather, an 'out of this world' chip flavour, Trunk or Treat.
'It's not just going to stop here': Kaumātua on demolition of Te Urewera DoC huts
Te Uru Taumatua defended its plans in a statement
Whakaari bravery award: Tourism operator goes into liquidation
'You couldn't have aligned the stars any worse for us.'
Divers join search for French tourist last seen kayaking on Lake Rotorua
'Police continue to ask anyone who may have seen this man or his kayak to come forward.'
Tamariki prepping primary schools kapa haka regionals
Primary schools in full flight for Te Arawa competitions.
Documentary on BoP waterways a big wake-up call
Footprints from myriad industries brought into focus.
Forum eyes climate change fight
Rotorua hosted the first-ever Oceania Ranger Forum which drew 180 attendees.
Chief satisfied after making Tama's nose bleed
The quiet countryside hides the drama of the past.
Driver praised as investigation into school bus fire begins
'Buses can be replaced, and we are so thankful no-one was injured.'