Held for ransom over stolen meth: Man pleads guilty to kidnapping role
Bobby Tipiwai stood by and did nothing to stop a gang of women's kidnapping and torture.
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Trail bike riders chanting gang slogans terrorise neighbourhood
Girl, 12, in tears after one rider almost mowed her down deliberately.
Trail bike riders terrorise neighbourhood
Trail bike riders on the Westbrook fields are terrorising the neighbourhood. Video / Supplied
7113 new Covid cases, 33 virus-related deaths
There are 738 people being treated in hospital today.
The Prem Debate: Decision 'ruined' epic battle for the gold.
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on triathalon confusion and controversy.
Ram raid at Bay of Plenty shop
Police were notified of a burglary on College Rd just after 5am.
Jo Raphael: Fluoridation of water supplies Bloomfield's parting shot
OPINION: Fluoridation just one step in helping people make better oral health choices.
Whaka village remains closed to tourists as sinkhole filled in
An elderly tourist was seriously injured after falling into the sinkhole.
Rotorua has second wettest July in over 60 years
Rotorua will have a week off after a month of rain, according to MetService.
'It is unbelievable': 15yrs in jewellery business, 30 raids, losses worth thousands
'It is difficult enough financially anyway and this just makes it even more difficult.'
Would-be robbers forced to flee as store workers fight back with hockey stick
Staff armed themselves and attacked back while a regular held down an alleged offender.
Owner of Te Puke Jeweller on the latest attack on his store.
Rod Pearce, owner of Te Puke Jeweller talking about the latest attempted break-in of his store and the effect of the increased attempts over the last few years have had on himself and his business. Video / Mead Norton
'Our parks are not for sale': Rotorua reserves proposal hearings conclude
Council staff will now identify 'themes' in the feedback.
5312 new Covid cases, 28 virus-related deaths
There are 759 people in hospital, including 16 in intensive care.
Addict, millionaire Mark Lyon dies while serving 15-year prison term
Mark Lyon was serving a 15-year sentence at the time he died.
Felix Desmarais: Living poorly as a student is a rite of passage
OPINION: Rough living has been a fixture of New Zealand university life for decades.
Person dies after Lake Rd crash
Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
Liquor store staff member assaulted in alleged aggravated robbery
Police are investigating the alleged robbery at the store on Kawaha Point Rd last night.
Council seeks Three Waters cash for park revamp
Council to apply for money despite its opposition to Three Waters reforms
'A long time coming': Māori health provider gains access to $110k grant
It will help those affected by poor mental health and addiction get Covid vaccinations.
Craig and Laura working hard to put absolute best on stage
Craig McFadyen and Laura Falconer are a dance couple in Harcourts Dancing for Hospice.
Tamati Coffey: No easy fix to cost of living pressures, but measures will make a difference
OPINION: Tamati Coffey says things like the cost of living payment will make a difference.
'Every Kiwi will suffer': Farmers fear Foot and Mouth outbreak
'It could be very hard to eradicate.'
Review: Rotorua Boys and Girls' High production delivers - again
The latest Rotorua Boys' and Girls' High School production is a must-see.
How a new CBD cafe plans to revitalise the hospitality industry
"This is how we can revitalise the workforce."
Comment: A cry for help from exhausted and overloaded GPs
Opinion: 'You fight burnout by finding experiences'
Business digest: Milestone for Bay mill, scholarship winner, science festival returns
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Maori-speaking Indonesian lands acting debut
She originally learnt the language so they could raise their daughter in Māori.
Mark Lister: The stakes are rising for the RBNZ and Fed
No matter how it develops, the next phase of the tightening cycle will be very interesting
The home crowd goes Wilde: Olympic medallist's family watch race in New Zealand
'He's only going to get better.'
How Rotorua schools are managing masks this term
The Ministry of Education is recommending students Year 4 and up wear masks indoors.