Live: 5169 new cases, 599 people in hospital and 18 Covid-related deaths
The seven-day rolling average of cases today is 4,938. Last Wednesday it was 6,355.
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Sam Uffindell and the era of boarding school bullies
Were violence and bullying really par for the course? And if it was, has anything changed?
Sally-Ann Roberts returns home from Rarotonga
Roberts collapsed in Rarotonga on Thursday.
Premium debate: What subscribers say about Sam Uffindell's high school bullying
OPINION: Subscribers have their say.
New allegations: Uffindell stood down as former flatmate speaks out
There will be an investigation into the allegations.
McClay: Nats panel that picked Uffindell took assault admission 'very seriously'
The panel concluded Uffindell had worked 'very hard to be a better person since then'.
Rotorua Business Awards reveals finalists
Rotorua Business Chamber chief executive describes calibre of finalists as 'magnificent'.
'You certainly feel it': Sam Cane opens up on feeling the weight of a nation
All Blacks captain Sam Cane feels the weight of a nation.
'Buzzing': Rotorua squash club proud of their golden girl
Rotorua squash player wins gold at Birmingham Commonwealth Games.
Loo paper supply at risk over staff lockout - union
The lockout comes after workers called for an inflation adjustment to their salaries.
Crash near Okere Falls, one passing lane blocked
Police were alerted to the incident just before 5pm.
'We'll fix Rotorua': RDRR members launch election campaign
Macpherson says his point of difference is 'expertise in fixing sick organisations'
Ardern hints traffic light system could be shelved post-winter
Hospitalisations remain elevated and pressure on the health system continues.
Watch: 'I was a bully, a thug' - Sam Uffindell on schoolboy assault
"I've felt remorse and very upset about this for some time."
Opinion: The scary Covid wake-up call New Zealand needed
OPINION: Personal responsibility appears to be lacking for too many people recently.
Live: 'Voters should have been told' - Nat leader supports MP after bullying revelation
Luxon stands by Uffindell, but says he should have been told of assault earlier.
Ten charged after gang-related fight Taupō CBD
A firearm was allegedly seen and presented but not discharged.
The Prem Debate: It began as wants, and now it's about needs
OPINION: Concerns have been raised that pay later schemes could fuel addiction.
Taking to the stage for cause close to hearts
Sabrina Mabagos and Blue Simpkins-Jones are dancing in Harcourts Dancing for Hospice.
'This is not just about pay': Station officer on why firefighters are striking
Fire and Emergency says there may be delays in reaching some jobs during the strikes.
House left 'splattered in blood' after fight, police apologise for response
The home owner said two people were allegedly fighting "right up against the windows".
'Appalling, shameful mess': Motorists doing burnouts turn 'jewel' into a 'disgrace'
'We have basically seen it become a quagmire'.
House values drop below $1 million average: What's going on in your area?
One area bucked the trend: up 40 per cent last year, down only 3.4 per cent now.
20 golds! Kiwi squash stars finish Comm Games in style
New Zealand's most successful Games has been capped by their most successful athlete.
Omicron outbreak: Child among 13 Covid-related deaths, 4006 new cases today
Expert predicts thousands of infections each day for the foreseeable future.
Rotorua netball star gets hair chopped off by Black Fern
"I'm currently nervous, I don't know how I'm going to talk as you're doing it."
Felix Desmarais: Lemons, feijoas and karma in the suburbs
OPINION: Not everyone lives in the same fruity Pollyanna world as me, and it hurt.
Serious injuries in two-truck crash at major Waikato intersection
One person reported to be in a serious condition
Proud principal snaps up children's art in auction
The school's principal says keeping the "beautiful" artwork was worth the money.
Politician in beauty pageant 'considering' mayoralty run too
'We cannot thrive as a city if we don't address the alarming social issues facing Rotorua'
Beneficiary numbers increase by 40% over five years
A recruitment agency said filling vacancies at the moment was a struggle "everywhere".
Concerns pay later schemes could fuel addiction as Kiwis spend $1.7b
Street poll: Read what Kiwis think about Buy Now Pay Later schemes.
Why a helicopter was hovering over Rotorua last night
Wonder why a helicopter was hovering over Rotorua last night?
Business digest: Butcher wins top bacon and ham medal, career expo, 'record' grants
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