National finals placing 'redemption' for apprentice
Joshua Shoebridge, 23, was third in the NZ Certified Builders Apprentice Challenge.
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Premium Debate: Readers respond after nurse gives out minister’s contact details
OPINION: Readers have their say.
Destruction of huts adds to ‘historical trauma’ for Te Urewera Tūhoe
The decision to destroy huts in Te Urewera has been challenged and blocked by iwi members.
Opinion: Lowering voting age wise for NZ's future
OPINION: When you consider the things young people can already do, this just makes sense.
Top athletes up for recognition at awards
The Bay of Plenty Sports Awards will be held on Friday.
Dairy target of early morning ram raid
Police responded to a burglary at a commercial premise in Mangakakahi.
The perfect blend of coffee and generosity for appeal
Toi Ohomai barista students held a Cans for a Coffee event to support the appeal.
Motorists urged to 'drive with caution' after bad weather causes slips overnight
There are road closures in Waikato and Bay of Plenty.
Lakeside 2023 officially launched: What to expect at next year's concert
Next year's Lakeside concert is back after two years of cancellations.
Kāinga Ora to attend public meeting over new housing plan
Kāinga Ora representatives will attend a meeting on Monday over its Devon St project.
Ski field lifers willing to pay for future of Ruapehu
People have until Thursday this week to register their interest in the Government's plan.
Mayor concerned as Kāinga Ora suggests high rises in Rotorua suburb
Kāinga Ora wants to see most of Glenholme zoned for high-rise development.
'I had done the unthinkable to my son'
Melody Ngawhika is on trial for the murder of her baby.
Precious waka given some TLC
A waka carved from a single totara and featured at Taupō Museum has been restored.
Thunderstorms threaten: Snow, rain and gales as polar, sub-tropical jet streams merge
Heavy rain, possibly turning to thunderstorms, along with strong gusts are forecast.
'Restoring the mana and spirit': New pump station for Taniwha Springs/Te Waro Uri site
Te Waro Uri supplies fresh water to Rotorua communities.
This boy was born to be wild
The offspring of two disabled NZ falcons is to be released into the wild near Taupō.
Local Focus: The doors are still closed, but Rotorua Museum is open to suggestions
"They're our stories, they're their stories, so let's tell them." - Clark Pirika.
Learning achievements awarded in Taupō schools
Schools in Taupō have awarded the coveted dux title to their top achievers.
Bryce Edwards: The high barriers to lowering the voting age
Sixteen-year-olds aren't likely to be able to vote any time soon, writes Bryce Edwards.
How this cricket team is paving the way forward for local women
'There is a team for any female to play cricket in the Bay; there is a team for you.'
Beating the financial period pain
Free period products are being handed out by some Taupō social services.
Tutor's achievement to aid students
REAP tutor Jude Sherning has added a valuable string in her bow to help learners.
A tasty tart for spring
Spring has arrived and so have the fresh, new-season vegetables.
Black Friday sales expected to blitz Boxing Day again
Plus: Consumer NZ's top 10 tips to make sure you're getting a good deal.
Comment: Happy as working from home
OPINION: Covid has made working from home more acceptable.
Letters to the editor: Use of foul language a sign of slide into violence
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
Chilling true-crime thriller carries social message
'Hauntingly weird' nurse a cautionary tale for all hospital managers.
Aviator Jean Batten disappears from Auckland Airport
Famous aviator's statue removed 40 years after her mysterious disappearance.
'Hitting hard': Food support services see more families in need over the school holidays
School leaders say some families are experiencing "increasing financial strain".
Local Focus: Rising stars face the music - 'Our work is going to pay off'
Aria's returned for their 75th birthday in the Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre.
NZ Aria finals fill renovated Sir Howard Morrison Centre with music once again
The Aria Trust’s 75th Festival of Song competition was held last week in Rotorua.
Review: Comedians donate a night of laughs in support of rainbow community
The charity event was about rallying support for the LGBTQIA+ community.
'Significant change' for Truman Lane traffic as Bay Link build continues
A temporary lane closure is expected to be in place until autumn 2023.