Chris Hipkins tests positive for Covid; major border announcement looms
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Covid 19: Record 24 deaths including two in BOP reported today
Today's case numbers.
Record 24 Covid-related deaths; 19,524 cases; 971 hospitalisations
Among the 24 deaths were eight people who died at aged residential care facilities.
One critical after crash outside Rotorua landfill
Two cars have crashed on State Highway 30.
'Nearly a million' more RATs for schools - Hipkins
It will allow more schools to stay safe and open through the Omicron peak, Hipkins says.
'More choice for buyers': Four Bay towns reach price records but sales slide
REINZ: The Bay of Plenty has reached a new record of $960,000. Four other towns did too.
One Love cancelled: Big international acts announced for 2023
The festival brings thousands of people to the region.
Opinion: Crisis after crisis - and many families will not survive
MEREPEKA RAUKAWA-TAIT: Collective leadership is needed to sort the country's woes.
Fatal crash: The rising sports star who pulled into the path of a wine tanker - and the nine victims who forgive him
Nine RSE workers forgive driver of van and refuse reparation money following fatal crash.
Hopes new residential standards will relieve 'severe' housing deficit
Residential areas in Rotorua will be able to build up to three stories without a consent.
Urgent jab plea for children, pregnant women due to hospitalisations
And a Rotorua doctor with Covid warns people 'not to underestimate it'.
Tick, Tick... Boom: The torment of a young creative who struggles with intimacy
FILM REVIEW: Local author Jen Shieff gives her thoughts on Tick, Tick... Boom.
Simon Bridges on quitting politics, his legacy - and what comes next
Outgoing MP says he expects a great by-election battle between red and blue for his seat.
'Not sustainable': Motorists not convinced about lower fuel prices
But others welcome the move with one saying the relief measures are 'better than nothing'.
Helicopter fights scrub fire at Sulphur Point
The helicopter is collecting water from Lake Rotorua in a monsoon bucket.
New, modified van to provide better outcomes for patients
A grant helps Rotorua Mountain Bike Club First Response Unit by a new, modified van.
Covid: Two more deaths, 21,616 cases, record 960 hospital patients
Today's numbers show Omicron cases far from peaking.
30km/h speed limit proposed outside schools and in Taupō and Tūrangi towns
Open road speed limit may no longer apply to rural roads in Taupō under a new speed plan.
Watch: 'Even the bad times have been good' - Simon Bridges to quit Parliament
Simon Bridges quits after 14 years in Parliament, byelection in Tauranga on the way.
Govt's new measure to boost housing supply in Rotorua
The housing supply has not kept at pace of the growing population in Rotorua.
Luke Kirkness: A solution to part of the cost of living crisis
OPINION: This is an easy solution to help restrict the amount we spend at the supermarket.
Govt announces 'a start' of $22m for Māori Health Authority
New Zealand has been "dominated by monocultural thinking", Health NZ chair says.
Teen swims 80km across Lake Taupō and back
Caitlin O'Reilly is just the third person to complete the 80km swim.
'Up in arms': Principals shocked at proposed ban on international students under Year 9
The consultation ended on March 11.
Bat check on doomed trees pays off
The pekapeka tou-roa (long-tailed bats) are classified as threatened-nationally critical
'I saw way too much': Witness' horror as man killed after being hit by four cars - only one stopped
Graphic content warning: 'It's terrible. We just can't believe it.'
Boys' high trades students helping build homes for Kainga Ora
Raukura is partnering with Kāinga Ora on a regional first-of-its-kind programme.
Drone used to find rough sleepers in Rotorua reserve
The council says it is safer for the Safe City Guardians than walking through.
Focus: Council's drone flight to find rough sleepers
Local Democracy Reporter Felix Desmarais visits Sanatorium Reserve. Video / NZ Herald
Projected rates rise of 8.35 per cent: Council calls for feedback on Annual Plan
This feedback process is part of the council's Annual Plan consultation period.
Omicron outbreak: 15,540 new community cases; Auckland numbers steady
While daily case numbers are dropping, yesterday the country recorded its deadliest day.
North Island skifield says loss will be $7.4 million
The operators of Tūroa ski field have decided to hold off on a $40 million renewal plan.