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Kelly Makiha: Why I can't stop thinking about Ferro-James' death
I'm sad at what happened to Ferro-James and ashamed this happened in our city.
Rob Rattenbury: How pervasive is white supremacy in NZ?
OPINION: White supremacists do exist in our country, though hopefully not in great numbers
Luke Kirkness: Don't make my fashion mistakes
Opinion: I don't have the greatest fashion sense but here's why you should listen to me.
Samantha Motion: The ocean was on fire but there's a bigger problem in the water
New Zealand's phasing out of single-use plastics is a great start, but it's a slow burn.
Luke Kirkness: What we can learn from England's football team
Opinion: Sport should be more than just entertainment, it should be an encouragement.
Jo Raphael: Stop the inter-generational attacks
OPINION: It's wrong to blame young people for not having the tools to cope with adversity.
Opinion: Paul Hickey - asthma, household milestone, special cruise and Chopper
Paul Hickey discusses asthma, household milestones, a special cruise and Chopper show.
Opinion: He Puapua is nothing to be afraid of
OPINION: When a country commits to a declaration, that's when the real work starts
Letters to the editor: Three waters decision of utmost importance
Our readers have their say.
David Beck: Why you should sign up for Big Brothers Big Sisters
OPINION: Programme to help young people develop to their full potential changes lives.
Jo Raphael: Stargazing gives us the opportunity to practise Matariki principles
OPINION: Matariki will give us time to slow down and reflect.
Dawn Picken: Saddened but not surprised by sexual assault report
Opinion: It's hard to deal with despicable behaviour happening under our noses.
David Beck: Podcasts, the voices you want in your head
COMMENT: Being mentally healthy is crucial in all aspects of life, and podcasts can help
Fun and hard work comes together at SPCA Rotorua
Rotorua Weekender reporter Shauni James experiences SPCA volunteering for a new segment.
Opinion: Paul Hickey - Dancing for Hospice, giveaways, best before dates and the All Blacks
Paul Hickey discusses Dancing for Hospice, giveaways, best before dates, the All Blacks.
Letters: Mayor's 'silly chatter' comments disappointing
Our readers have their say.
Letters to the editor: Council review would put matter to rest
Readers have their say.
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: NZ mental health problem - 'We can't afford to quit'
OPINION: "It's not easy knowing clearly what you think needs to be done."
Letters to the editor: Independent review a must for dysfunctional council
Readers have their say.
Jo Raphael: Bubble risk-takers shouldn't complain
OPINION: The transtasman bubble was always a case of "flyer-beware".
Opinion: Increase in young vapers concerning despite how nice it smells
Opinion: Everyone thought asbestos was great too - until research proved it causes cancer.
Jo Raphael: Teach children early on about the value of saving
OPINION: Buy now, pay later can be convenient, but don't let it get out of hand.
Why DHBs need to be more flexible over aged care
OPINION: why the residential care industry just keeps growing.
Dawn Picken: Airport, racecourse should be on the table for housing
OPINION: All options should be considered for shifting people out of emergency housing
Letters to the editor: Ratepayers have every right to be included in secret forums
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
Jo Raphael: is Working for Families tax credit really working?
OPINION: Should taxpayers be propping up working families?