'I've already used up eight of my nine lives': Mike King's hope for NZ, and himself
Constantly striving for "perfect happiness" is having a devastating effect on kids.
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More people with jobs, mortgages struggling to afford meals: Foodbank leader
Rotorua Daily Post and The Hits Rotorua 97.5FM launch 2023 Christmas Appeal for foodbank.
Car goes into Rotorua hot pools, driver rescued
Reports say vehicle lost control at the roundabout and went through a fence
Crashes block Canterbury, Bay of Plenty highways
Emergency services are responding to a two-vehicle crash at Rakaia north of Ashburton.
Mark Lister: Policymakers face a balancing act as unemployment rises
OPINION: These are necessary developments for inflation to moderate.
How each Kiwi household wastes $1510 of food a year - and how to stop it
Grocery shopping or buying takeaways when the fridge isn't empty needs to stop.
'High energy and good vibes': 10 Questions with Shapeshifter
"Spread the love and the good vibes will always make for a good time."
Revealed: What Lakeside 2024's concert will look like
Mark the date in your calendar: Lakeside is back for 2024.
Opinion: People shouldn't have to put up and shut up
OPINION: We share our experiences because we want our experiences and fears to be heard.
Sulphur city: Damage to event centre structure costs council - but how much?
The options included either a $200,000 repair and replace or a $40,000 remove and make-do.
Te Ngae Rd roundabout completed earlier than planned
The project cost an estimated $6.4 million.
'Disgusting and repulsive man': Leading entertainment figure sentenced
'I do not accept that she encouraged in any way the conduct that occurred,' judge says.
Rotorua took a big hit last year; This 28yo is helping lead a remarkable tourism turnaround
From washing dishes in the hotel less than a decade ago, to leading the entire staff.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Slight transgression leads to Hikaawarua’s death
There is one warrior of the past who was likened to the great Whakataupotiki of Hawaiki.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Waiata Tangi: ‘Mātou ō kame mōkai ā!’
Composed in the year 2016 this waiata is the written expression of lived experience.
'Insanely excited': BMX World Cup athletes keen to compete on home turf
'We wanted to get a World Cup here and we’ve done it.'
She tracked a Facebook scammer: Her tips for spotting dodgy Christmas deals
The first sign of the scam was tricked buyers turning up on her mother-in-law's doorstep.
Keeping the legacy of past entertainers alive
The energy in this production is absolutely contagious, and everyone is absolutely hyped.
Lake Ōkataina partially reopens, fee to be charged at wash station
The lake's been closed over a month as protections were put in place against gold clams.
No 1 for number twos! Rotorua wins best loo, Tauranga best large city
The Keep New Zealand Beautiful Awards were announced at Parliament House yesterday.
Contact pushes out Tauhara start date
The energy firm is tackling a range of commissioning issues at the geothermal project.
'Inherent risks': Glider tragedy inquiry's findings released
The Transport Accident Investigation Commission has made two recommendations.
Old roof beside highway described as an 'eyesore' and 'abscess':
He believes it's a bad look for tourists arriving. But a resolution may be on the horizon.
Pensioner flats in line for $1.6m makeover as mayor backs leasing option
Mayor says current financial model is 'difficult'; no units have been added since the 80s.
BoP mum taking on the world at pageant
Sharing culture all part of pageant experience for mum.
Black Clash: NRL legend announced as wildcard
The T20 Black Clash will be returning to Tauranga this summer.
Cha-ching! Winning Lotto ticket sold in Western Heights
Ten players nationwide won with Lotto Second Division.
Ex-NZ First MP joins lobbying firm ahead of new government forming
Another new hire was a former media advisor for the possible future Police Minister.
Once bittern, twice shy: Waiting game to hear Lake Taupō’s rare and mysterious bird
They’re so elusive even the experts aren’t sure of exact numbers.
Supercars tickets for Taupō round go on sale today
The inaugural Taupō SuperSprint will be held from April 19 to 21.
Taupō WI marks ninth decade with party
A party was held to celebrate the Women's Institute's 90th anniversary in Taupō.
Driver actions at top of police concerns list
Reserve vandals and drunk drivers have been on the radar recently.
'Everything I create, it's going to last forever': Business awards winner aiming to reinvent the customer experience
Storytelling behind the family heirlooms will 'last forever'.