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'A fantastic legacy': Christine McElwee dies, aged 75
Christine McElwee was a long-time Taupō advocate, historian and local body politician.

Petition calls for passing lanes along notorious highway
Resident launches petition to implement passing lanes on SH2.

'Develop a winter plan': Ministry advice after 6984 new Covid cases reported
The increase in case numbers has not gone unnoticed and the country will remain at orange.

Traffic lights at busy intersection to remain out until at least Monday
The lights at the Fenton St and Hinemoa St intersection have been flashing yellow.

Premium Debate: Firefighters threaten industrial action
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say over the firefighters' strike action plan

Sonya Bateson: There's a reason abortion is referred to as healthcare
OPINION: It may sound like an oxymoron but, in my opinion, abortion saves lives.

Emergency housing motel murder accused lose name suppression fight
Two men charged over a murder at a Taupō emergency housing motel can now be named.

Paul Foote
Paul Foote, who owns a waste management business in Kawerau talking about critical it was for his survival that the TECT Rescue Helicopter service was there after he sustained major crushing injuries during an accident at his workplace on June 16, 2021.

Exhibition explores the stars and traditional navigation
He Tirohanga Mai i ngā Whetū A View from the Stars showcases Te Arawa navigational history

Youngsters to showcase speech and drama skills
Event being held this weekend is in its 75th year and spectators can watch for free.

Browse to hearts delight at Rotorua Home and Lifestyle Show
The 2022 Rotorua Home & Lifestyle Show is quickly approaching - running July 8 to 10.

Celebration and creation at Whangamarino School
Matariki Festival of Learning had the added bonus of a special announcement.

Search for automotive and antique treasures at event
The 41st annual Central North Island Swap Meet and Car Show Spectacular is on July 10.

Man found hanging on to boat in river taken to hospital
Emergency services were called around 6.30am.

Toi Ohomai and Pūhoro STEMM join forces
Toi Ohomai has joined forces with Pūhoro to create opportunities.

'Clear lessons' after tragic murder of abused 5yo Malachi, judge says
Justice Paul Davison says reporting abuse is a 'community responsibility'.

New health system launches with plans for children's first 2000 days
Big plans are already made for young children's first 2000 days.

97-year-old Tahiti bound with Whakaue kapa group
Covid cancelled a Hawaii trip for Te Kapa o Ngati Whakaue in 2020

Forget the All Blacks and Irish! Biggest game this weekend is at Koutu
The whole community will turn out from our koeke down to all our mokopuna

Tribes squabble over ownership of Maketu
The defeat of Te Tumu was still warm in the minds of the attackers.

Rotorua council says 'no' to Three Waters
Only one councillor did not want to reject the Government's controversial proposal.

Rotorua's 5.7 per cent rates rise adopted
The increase wasn't seen as "eye-watering" as those from neighbouring councils.

Live: 7423 new Covid cases, 19 deaths as NZ stays at orange
A move to the green setting is unlikely, experts predict a second wave will hit soon.

Bronze Matariki celebration at Marotiri School
Marotiri School is on an epic sustainability journey.

One dead after motorbike crashes into power pole in Rotorua
The crash was between Pak'nSave and the Te Ngae Rd extension intersection.

Woman who beat, burnt and killed 5yo sentenced to 17 years
Killer Michaela Barriball has been sentenced to a near record-breaking prison sentence.

Samantha Motion: US opioid crisis is lapping at our shores - is NZ ready?
Many who die from the drug do not know they have taken it.

'Gasping for air': Feverish 2-year-old waits 10 hours in hospital ED
Lakes DHB says its emergency departments are under 'significant pressure'.

Covid outbreak: Hospital elderly ward to stay closed for at least a week
Staff and patients are among those who have tested positive for Covid-19.