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Letters: Council funding better spent elsewhere, not on a new plaza
Our readers have their say on council's vision for the city centre and unregistered cars.
Ngongotahā landslip still blocking, cause unknown
There is still traffic management in place on State Highway 5.
Gyrocopter crash reported to Civil Aviation Authority
Emergency services were called to the crash at 10.40am on Wednesday.
Powerball riches! Lotto winner scoops $12 million
Wednesday night's winner is the ninth Powerball multi-millionaire of 2022.
Teens excited to represent country in basketball
Hana Lacey-Rameka and Carly Ohia were made the U17 Women's National Basketball Team.
The force was with competitors as they wielded lightsabers
The Rotorua branch of New Zealand Lightsaber Guild hosted a tournament in Rotorua.
Paul Hickey: Matariki celebration, caffeine and shopping, local events
Paul Hickey discusses Matariki celebrations, caffeine and shopping, and local events.
Light up Redwoods at Matariki Ride the Night
The annual Matariki Ride the Night is at the Redwoods on July 1.
Closing and opening chapters with Eastern Fish & Game
Closing and opening chapters with Eastern Fish & Game for Andy and Arash.
Life of Kiwi icon Jean Batten captured in art collection
Retired pilot, now artist, Jon Marett showcases life and accomplishments of Jean Batten.
Rotorua athletes achieve great results at Oceanias
Rotorua's Lisa Adams and Hannah Gapes achieved great results at Oceania Area Champs.
'What did you say?': Store can't believe they sold $12m Lotto ticket
The prize was made up of Powerball First Division and Lotto First Division.
Zizi Sparks: Councils should consult openly and often
Opinion: Bring communities along on the journey to give them ownership.
The end of MIQ in Rotorua: Sudima, Ibis, Arawa Park Hotels to reopen next week
MIQ hotels in Rotorua have hosted more than 17,000 quarantined returnees over two years.
Rotorua reserves sell off: Hearings to be held, submission period extended
People will also have an opportunity to speak to their submissions.
Why three homeless motels in Rotorua aren't being forced to be compliant
Three homeless motels are not yet being asked to comply with rules - yet.
Kane and Dane's Nan: Joan's twin incentive to cheer on Black Caps
Former Taupō mayor Joan Williamson now has two grandsons in the NZ cricket side.
Matariki in Taupō: A time for reflection and renewal
Snow Rameka (Ngāti Tūwharetoa) explains the significance of NZ's newest public holiday
Taupō Quiltmakers exhibition to celebrate Matariki
The exhibition is open from Friday to Sunday.
New CT scanner to support equity of outcomes
A second scanner means southern Lakes communities can have theirs' done at Taupō Hospital.
Blending mātauranga Māori and science
Passionate rangatahi focus ao Maori lens on environment.
The fall of Te Tumu - a death marks iwi boundaries
The authentic site of Te Tumu is still debated.
'Out of this world': Rotorua weaver buzzing over festival experience
Indigenous arts brings creative minds together.
Blankets Without Borders sending warmth to Ukraine
Taupō couple make annual appeal for clothing and blankets to send to Eastern Europe
Council staff salaries set to rise 7.9 per cent despite $11.2m deficit
The council will decide today on its Annual Plan, which also includes a rates rise of 5.8%
Worst time for first home buyers since 1957 - report
It's official, it's harder for millennials to buy a home than baby boomers.
Landslip causing delays on SH5 near Ngongotahā
Emergency services were notified of the incident shortly after 6pm.
Whakatāne hit and run: Police ask for help finding driver
Police are asking for witnesses of the incident on Matirerau St to come forward.
Well-seasoned: Lynne retires after 43 years at the same KFC
'KFC has been good to me. I'm pretty proud of these 43 years.'
Owners of unproductive land encouraged to grow 'black diamonds'
Ohiwa Black Diamond Truffles hopes NZ will grow a robust export industry.
Covid: 5499 new cases, 18 deaths; Govt can't rule out future lockdowns
'Each variant has had different characteristics,' says Ayesha Verrall.
Focus Live: Ayesha Verrall, Ashley Bloomfield host Covid update
New Covid-19 Response Minister Dr Ayesha Verrall said alongside Director-General of Health Dr Ashely Bloomfield that lockdowns and border closures would still be a last resort. Video / Mark Mitchell