Live: 8728 new cases, 26 more Covid-related deaths as school holidays wrap up
There are 759 people in hospital with the virus, including 13 in intensive care.
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Annual plan adopted, rates to rise 7 per cent on average
The plan sets out the council's projects and services to be delivered in the next year
Man sentenced for school arson, assault and robbery
The man faced arson, burglary and robbery by assault charges.
The Prem Debate: Inquiries for new builds could lead to job losses
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on the construction slowdown.
Dead expensive: As cemetery fees surge there's cheaper ways to rest in peace
OPINION: From DIY caskets to donating your body to science for a free cremation.
All Blacks D-Day: Raft of changes expected to be announced
There are several high-profile names rumoured to be on the chopping block.
Sonya Bateson: Companies need to put people before profit
OPINION: A business should be allowed to succeed or fail on its own merits.
A piece of history: Decorated clay roof tiles from Bath House
Artists have painted work on the tiles.
Raukura Choir competing in Cadenza
The two-day Cadenza competition finishes with a Gala Concert the public can enjoy.
Families spend time together learning and getting creative
The library's July School Holiday Programme helped keep kids entertained.
Two Pauls the feature act of comedy night show
The Paul Paul Comedy Night features NZ standup comedians Paul Ego and Paul Douglas.
Fuelling passion for robotics and engineering
Te Aka Mauri is receiving support to introduce technology and robotic engineering.
'No alternative': Long-term solution for SH35 could be weeks or months away
'People think it's like the end of the world' in community isolated by road's collapse.
Rotorua housing projects to be fast-tracked as Govt promises $84.6m
Rotorua reaps the biggest reward from a major fund to help build more houses.
Aqua woman! Hereana's hīkoi to health
A journey to health and wellbeing changes life.
'Not just a game, this is history': Pressure on to deliver for indigenous match
Game will bring two cultures together and widen horizons.
Wāhine rangatahi put names forward for board spots
They are articulate, driven and want to have their say.
High-born twins make epic journey
Numerous stories about what unfolded upon the waka coasting along the shoreline.
Sam Cane could be dropped as All Blacks captain - report
There is speculation NZ Rugby no longer believe he is the right man for the job.
Live: 9953 new Covid cases, 32 deaths, 20 in ICU
Winter wave has peaked earlier and lower than expected, expert says.
'Disappointed': Cricket net vandalism latest in growing list
"We've seen a huge increase in the amount of vandalism we've had to deal with."
BOP to reap greatest reward from Govt promise of 8000 new homes
About $180million of infrastructure funding has been given to councils across the country.
Comment: The case for having nurse apprentices
OPINION: It might not be a quick fix to the problem, but it makes sense long-term.
Two fatalities on Taupō SH1 last week
Tarawera fatality in 80km zone on SH5 Napier-Taupō Rd.
Opportunity to see Taupō community progress
Nominations open for candidates to represent the Taupō District as mayor or councillor.
The Prem Debate: Lowlifes should be locked up
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on the lengths builders are going to
'Made to feel like the other': Why MP wants 'discriminatory' law changed
Rawiri Waititi: "This is a stain on this country's democracy and it's a disgrace."
Festival chock-full of winter fun for all
There are still a few days left to get among Taupō Winter Festival activities
Detour open after massive highway collapse isolates region
State Highway 35 and SH2 between Ōpōtiki and Gisborne are now officially closed.
'There will be more waves': Expert's warning as new data shows impact of Covid
Forty-one Lakes residents died after testing positive for Covid. Local cases hit 31,130.
Rounding up cottage stories under one roof
Gill Osborne hopes to fill the book with photos and anecdotal stories about the cottages
Volunteers crucial for Pregnancy Help Taupō
Pregnancy Help Taupō is an example of the value of volunteers being linked with groups.
Swashbuckling adventure for the whole family
The Sea Beast is a heartwarming tale about a stowaway on a sea-monster hunting ship.
70-year-old proves it's never to late to learn to ride a bike
The regret of the stubborn child who said no: 70 years later he learns to ride a bike.