The stories behind the hills of Whakapoungakau
It was an area once renowned for its abundance of trees and birdlife.
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Hearings to begin on beneficial entitlement to Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley
Hearings on who has beneficial entitlement to the valley start on Monday.
Outdoorsman's art funds true love - the forest
Tane Lawless is happiest in the taiao.
Premium Debate: Kāinga Ora developments in Rotorua - future slums or vital housing?
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All hands on deck: Hospital clinicians help out as staff shortages bite
Covid-19 is causing staffing shortages at Tokoroa Hospital.
'Too many desperate families': Thousands in need of food as Omicron wreaks havoc
One support service says it has never seen demand as high as during the current outbreak.
Film Review: Fresh gets the pulse racing
FILM REVIEW: Local author Jen Shieff gives her thoughts on Disney's Fresh.
Council being asked to do more with less - finance boss
One councillor believed it was time to 'reprioritise'.
Health warning lifted for Lake Rotorua and the Ohau Channel
The public should always be cautious for signs of algal blooms if using lakes.
What has caused the discolouration of Puarenga Stream?
The regional and district councils are investigating the discharge.
Focus: Covid Outbreak | Thursday 31st March Wrap
There were 15,250 new cases of Covid-19 in the community on Thursday, and 22 Covid-related deaths. Video / Mark Mitchell / Dean Purcell / Michael Craig
Whakaari/White Island tragedy: Flight operator pleads guilty, ordered to pay $267k
The defendant has been ordered to pay more than a quarter of a million dollars.
Half-price fares for Bay of Plenty buses
Bay of Plenty bus fares will be half price for three months.
Live: 15,250 community cases, 22 deaths, 830 in hospital
Director general of health Dr Ashley Bloomfield released the latest numbers at 1pm.
An epic journey: Taupō man paddles 420km down Waikato River
Peter Cook demonstrated his mental and physical capacity with a mighty paddleboard trip.
Tremains Taupō scores Top Office honour
It's the first time the award has gone to an office outside of Hawke's Bay
Letters: Petrol station encounter shows reality of Fenton St issues
Our readers have their say.
'Declared insolvent 3 times': Protest donations go to account of man with debt
'An exceptionally bad tenant' - landlord
'Why can't they work a little longer?': Locals discuss NZ Super eligibility
Experts butted heads on the subject, now Bay of Plenty locals put their thoughts forward.
Disc Golf Classic: 160 players, from professionals to enthusiasts
The annual disc golf event is in its 20th year.
White Island survivor's touching message to her mum
Young Aussie eruption survivor pays tribute in an emotional video.
Forget 'bikinis and Barbie dolls': Beauty pageant returns with a makeover
'We're modernising - it's 2022.'
Jewellery store owner says burglary is more grief on top of hard times
Whakatāne business owner is "absolutely gutted" by break-in.
'The lifeblood of the community': New organisation to support volunteers
Volunteer Great Lake Taupō could change the face of volunteer work in the district
Donated fairy lights help beautify Taupō
Fairy lights wrapped around trees at roundabouts are one of many ongoing projects.
'Gentleman of the law' with wicked wit dies from heart condition
Rob Vigor Brown's wit and intelligence will be missed in the courtroom and boardroom.
From 111 response to leading Taupō District Police
New Taupō Police area commander is humbled to have been chosen for top position.
Quiet achiever finishes ninth out of 200,000 in language competition
Tauhara College placed 11th in New Zealand in an international language competition.
Eventual 'slums' or much needed homes? Govt buys two plots for 80 homes
More than 80 new homes for the homeless at two new sites. But what do locals think?
Focus: Covid Outbreak | Wednesday 30th March Wrap
Chris Hipkins announced a new initiative aimed at improving access to rapid-antigen testing to people in rural areas. Video / Mark Mitchell / Dean Purcell / Michael Craig
Council lifts vaccine pass rules for most places
Just two sites from all council venues and facilities will still need passes shown.
15,918 Covid cases, 14 deaths as Govt stay tight-lipped on traffic light changes
It comes after our darkest day of the pandemic, when a record 34 deaths were reported.
Arrests after Rotorua jewellery store burglary
Police charged two men with burglary and unlawfully taking a motor vehicle.
Stoat tail trout fishing flies fund trapping projects
Didymo Dave has been busy crafting fishing flies out of stoat tails for a good cause.