Bill Pomare's Melbourne Cup dream still alive despite tough year
'I do hope it gets to the point where he will have another shot at the Melbourne Cup.'
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'Fundamental flaw': Owner unaware 100 homeless living at her motel
'I beg of you, help us kill off the central government homeless experiment in Rotorua'
$100k disability scholarship recipient encourages others to apply
The scholarship can help pay for associated fees, books, computers and living costs.
Defence opens case in Mongols trial as accused have multiple charges dismissed
Each of the accused had at least one charge dismissed today.
Trinity Concert revived after break for Covid-19
The Trinity Concert is a chance for students to perform a well-practiced piece publicly.
Covid-19: 20,522 new cases in 7 days, rolling average is 2926 per day
A seven-day update from the Ministry of Health is expected to show a rise in subvariants.
Last-minute voters boost Taupō turnout
Voter turnout was down in the Taupō District, but still better than the national average.
Felix Desmarais: It's spooky I don't have a boo
OPINION: How are my awesome culinary skills not attracting would-be suitors?
Age Concern Rotorua programme aims to rebuild provider list
Age Concern Rotorua is looking for people to join the Supergold Skills provider list.
Widening of MSD scope 'absurd', opposition says
But others in the Bay have welcomed the additional support, which included youth.
'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.
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.
Letters to the editor: Homeless influx hurting Rotorua's appeal
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
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.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers have their say on alcohol harm
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Sweeping reforms for local elections floated
Allowing 16-year-olds to vote and mana whenua appointees among recommendations.
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.