The regional council says the removal of the tree is essential for flood protection.

Baypark closed off entries for traditional Labour Weekend season opener earlier this week.

Locals painted the town pink this evening for the Rotorua Breast Cancer Trust’s annual Pink Walk.

Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke's tūpuna, Wiremu Katene, also paved the way for Māori.

The changes come after an “exhaustive three-month consultation and feedback process".

She wants to go to Hobbiton but might have to go to war instead.

Could you give little Megan the cat a home?

Council seeks balance between needs of workers, and those wanting to use reserves.

A 29-year-old has been arrested in relation to the shootings

OPINION: Fish & Game CEO believes closure raises big questions on response to clam threat.

Rotorua walkers are preparing to walk in a colourful pink crowd tomorrow night.

Lake Taupō Hospice Shop is putting on a fashion show with a twist.

Looking for a perfect brunch recipe this long weekend? Look no further!

Volunteers are wanted to take to the streets for this year's Pink Ribbon Appeal.

Taupō and Rotorua alike provided excellent backdrops for Taupō's walking groups this week.

The popular annual event has been disrupted in recent times.

“We’ve had an absolute cracker of a year."

Petanque has a new home in Taupō thanks to council help.

Exercise without leaving your chair? It can be done, says Taupō instructor.

Allan is still going through the court process for Wellington car crash.

"We’re looking at ways we can maximise the impact we’re having."

Meet award-winning Coastguard Rotorua Lakes and Taupō units volunteer Amy Nattrass.

Rotorua MP Todd McClay says he will work hard to get back the Rotorua that once was.

East Coast electorate reverts back to blue with Dana Kirkpatrick's election win.

Labour's Tamati Coffey bows out of politics after election-night loss.

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