Missing fisherman Jason Kauta: Chilly bin found washed up on island
The bin was spotted in an aerial search and located by drone.
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Ōpōtiki dotterel have cars to blame for a bad breeding season
Department of Conservation staff have also seen loose dogs and fires lit on the beach.
Public submissions on Rotorua Māori wards bill extended
A further two weeks has been added for submissions on Rotorua Māori wards bill.
Smiles, learning and fun all round these school holidays
These has been no shortage of fun, entertainment and learning these April school holidays.
Ōpōtiki news digest: Storm damage cost revealed
PLUS: A call to tackle pokie harm in the area; and Ōpōtiki's aim to be a Matariki hotspot.
Taupō/Tūrangi to have a say in NZ health reform
Health Minister Andrew Little made the announcement today.
18 deaths, 10,294 new Covid cases as booster roll-out stalls
While case numbers are dropping, health staff are being urged to not become complacent.
Rockstar Mum! Bay performer releases second single
"People don't expect this. I'm not the norm in the business."
Scion's 75 anniversary a chance to reflect
This year the Crown Research Institute (CRI) Scion turns 75.
Letters: Sir Toby's stress was on te reo pronunciation
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say
Opinion: Plenty of driver licencing roadblocks holding up young people
OPINION: Learning to drive for the first time is hard enough.
Crews dampening hot spots after Lake Tarawera blaze
Multiple crews are battling a fire at a two-storey dwelling.
'I want out of here': Devastated residents fear proposal to sell reserves for housing
Locals are upset about a council plan to turn reserves into housing developments.
'Don't wait until the last minute': Lake rescue drill tests emergency response
A rescue simulation with one of the lake's biggest boats ensured rescue teams are prepared
Anzac Day in Taupō: Support our veterans, young and old
When and where you can participate in Anzac Day services this year.
Mother's Day competition: What's your fondest memory of your mum?
Hundreds of dollars worth of prizes are up for grabs!
Tauhara College students sleep in a box to show empathy for the homeless
Taupō students and teachers slept rough for a night to support the homeless.
'Plan ahead and drive safely'
Tūrangi Police keeping a high profile on the road as holiday makers flood the district.
How hidden seismic cues could tip off the next big blow
Could hidden seismic signals be the key to predicting New Zealand's next big eruption?
Search for missing Bay of Plenty fisherman to resume today
While several items were reported to police today, none were relevant to the search.
Police release name of pedestrian killed on Fenton St
Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash were ongoing.
Carmen Hall: No sympathy for those over-committed on mortgage
OPINION: If you can't afford a mortgage hike why did you borrow in the first place?
$1.3m up for grabs for community projects
Applications open for BayTrust's annual Community Amenities Fund on April 26
The Premium Debate: Not a good time to buy first home
To have your say visit dailypost.co.nz or bayofplentytimes.co.nz and subscribe to Premium.
'Busier than Xmas': Bach bookings full for long weekend
Holiday letting companies reported they were 97 per cent booked across the country.
'Worsening' water quality in Rotorua lakes sparks review request
Increasing instances of algal blooms and lake weeds are among a society's concerns.
Judge tells drug-dealing mum she should have changed 'two daughters ago'
A drug dealer's request for a lighter sentence has failed with a Rotorua judge.
Karate club helps students be the best they can be
Tūrangi Karate Club is determined to give its members as many opportunities as possible.
Five Rotorua students head to US for Aquabots World Championship
Five Rotorua Primary School students head to the Aquabots World Championships in the USA.
'Pressure could be building': Mt Ruapehu in longest period of unrest in 20 years
Elevated volcanic unrest has been sustained at Mt Ruapehu for four weeks.
Missing fisherman: Relative clings to hope man with 'massive heart' will be found
Police reassess plans as bad weather looks set to continue to hamper the search.
More sculpture woes: Who will pay to repair peeling paint?
Look what needs painting just over a year since it was installed.
Town takes $1m rates hit after mill closes
The rateable value of the Kawerau mill property has nearly halved since it closed.