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North Island ski fields operator placed in voluntary administration
This comes after three disastrous snow seasons due to a lack of snow and the pandemic
Health warnings lifted for Lake Rotorua
The public has been reminded to always be cautious for signs of algal blooms.
The Good Boss provides chuckles for weeks
The film The Good Boss feels as if it's on its way to a funeral, yet it's light and funny.
Bus driver shortage: Transport minister says 'chronic challenge' a 'crisis'
The sector gathered this week to discuss issues and solutions, including recruitment.
Full steam ahead for Taupō Coastguard
Taupō Coastguard wins big at a national level.
Busy month for rescue helicopter
The rescue service carried out 30 missions in September.
Local Focus: Calling all creatures great and small
West Rotorua's St Barnabas church is opening doors to worshippers on two feet or four.
Time to hit pause on interest rate hikes? Subscribers weigh in
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Final days to have your say on proposed housing density changes
Submissions are open to have your say on proposed medium-density housing changes.
'Rip the guts out': Fed farmers condemns Govt's rural emission plan
Govt says it is largely based on sector's own suggestions with some 'tweaks'.
One person seriously injured, road now open after crash
One person has been injured and taken to hospital.
40 days on the snow: Olympic kayaker Mike Dawson on his 1000km South Pole expedition
The expedition is expected to take at least 40 days.
First and only te reo Māori Qur'an visits Rotorua
"Compassion and mercy are the cornerstones of the teachings of Islam."
Rotorua's highest-polling candidate also its youngest
Wang has been elected to a second term, preliminary results show.
Rotorua bucks voting trend but regional participation plummets
But, as of Sunday, Rotorua has seen an increase of voter turnout in this year's election.
Editorial: Wretched outcome - the adults who failed murdered Malachi Subecz
OPINION: Our editorial on the shocking death of a five-year-old boy.
Analysis: Rotorua's new mayor has her work cut out
Analysis: Rotorua will be looking to its new mayor to find solutions - and fast.
In laughter, in strife, Rent wows at Centre Stage Taupō
Taupo's Centre Stage has done it again, with a fantastic production of Rent.
Felix Desmarais: My tribute to Kathy, and how to honour her memory
OPINION: In memory of Kathy, please get checked for breast cancer this month.
Devon St vacant site part of $60m property buy up in Rotorua
More than $66 million has been spent on trying to grow Rotorua's public housing.
Business Digest: Scion scientist a finalist in NZ Biosecurity Awards
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'Patchy result': Bay of Plenty economic confidence still in the red
Seven regions posted lifts in confidence, while four regions posted falls.
Re-elected regional council reps honoured: 'Can't wait to get back to work'
Rotorua's representatives on the Bay of Plenty Regional Council have been re-elected.
Bay businesses with big ideas dive into deep end and pitch plans for growth
Three local businesses shared their experiences and why they need the money.
Steve Chadwick: My advice for the new council
OPINION: Being the mayor is a full-time job and it's not an easy job.
Rotorua Lakes Council has at least six new councillors
'The voters have clearly demonstrated that they want change.'
New mayor Tania Tapsell's first 100 days - what's in store
Tapsell is not backwards in coming forwards for her plans for Rotorua.
Pinnacle Health hack: Sensitive files posted to the dark web
Cyber ransom gang turns the screws. A possible Russian connection emerges.
Lienert-Brown shines on return but BOP advance to NPC semis
While a successful outing for Lienert-Brown, it was Bay of Plenty who took the spoils.
Horror weekend: Police respond after four fatal crashes
Police were called to the incident about 2.30pm.
Taupō mayor says still work to be done
Taupō mayor David Trewavas is looking forward to seeing major projects completed.
'Close call': 7 votes separate Māori candidates in regional council race
Progress results are in for the Bay of Plenty Regional Council.
Beating the stigma of limited vision: Why Haehaetu is sharing her story now
Haehaetu Barrett has had visual impairment for most of her life. Few have known until now.