Principal speaks out after Bibles given to students outside school
Parents complained after religious literature was handed out this week.
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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.'
Harrowing thriller spurs difficult, necessary conversations
Luckiest Girl Alive is a must-see film to spark necessary conversations.
Local favourites open for music superstars
Taupō Band False Heights is the opening act for the Taupō Summer Concert.
Fireworks display fizzles for lack of a sponsor
The fuse will remain unlit on Taupō's regular Guy Fawkes fireworks display this year.
Parksyde Community Centre will be buzzing for 21st birthday
The Parksyde Community Centre is celebrating its 21st birthday with an open day.
Police unlawfully entered home, IPCA report finds
'The actions of the officers were unlawful, they were not uncaring,' the authority said.
Fury after Te Urewera huts dismantled, demolished
Work is now under way to strip and dismantle back-country Department of Conservation huts.
Letters to the editor: Stick to the District Plan to solve emergency housing issue
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
Art comes to life in CBD
Artists added to Taupō's growing array of street art on Labour weekend.
Opinion: Alcohol-related harm can be reduced - if we act
We all pay the price when it comes to inaction over alcohol-related harm.
Zoe Hunter: Fears of another 'tragic' drowning year a reminder of responsibilities
OPINION: Every child should have the chance to learn the basics of how to swim.
Upcoming symposium to float ideas for lake weed eradication
Lake weed in Rotorua has caused issues both to local amenity and lake health.
Tauranga climbs, Rotorua declines: Population data revealed
The region's population growth is driven by increases in the Western Bay and Tauranga.
'There was blood... everywhere': Police mental health callouts rise
'We're building a whole new mental health system and it does take time' - health minister.