Powerful potential and natural treasure: Forests celebrated
March 21 is International Day of Forests, originated by United Nations General Assembly.
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Koeke have a place to dance and have fun whilst keeping fit
Since Rangi Henry came on board numbers have increased.
The battle where the death of Kataore was avenged
It was clear this action attempted to draw Ngati Tama and Tangaroa-a-Mihi into conflict
Arts Village taking accessibility further with art pantry
Arts Village to create an art pantry where community can give and/or take art materials.
Family Store volunteer says she has never looked back since starting
The Rotorua Salvation Army Family Store is in need of more volunteers.
The homegrown leader who dedicates life to serving community
"Ko te hāpai i te wehi, te wana me te mana o te wāhine Māori".
Inaugural writers festival to highlight Māori literature
The Kupu Māori Writers Festival is set to launch in June
IRD provides a tailored service targeted at assisting Maori tax payers
Meet two officers in Rotorua helping people better understand their taxes.
Magic of microvolunteering: Local excited to share passion
Rotorua's Chantelle Cobby is co-organising a virtual conference on microvolunteering.
New, modified van to provide better outcomes for patients
A grant helps Rotorua Mountain Bike Club First Response Unit by a new, modified van.
Tenancy questions second most popular topic last year
This week has been the Citizen Advice Bureau's Annual Awareness Week.
Women's achievements and work celebrated
Zonta Club of Rotorua selected and presented six woman with a single yellow rose.
Awardees total 90 years of JP service between them
Presentations were made to three awardees recognising their years of service as JPs.
Medals at national athletics meet for local athletes
Three locals had great results at the 2022 New Zealand Track and Field Championships.
Talented athlete wants to see healthier whānau
Aritaku Robens is one of the country's top CrossFit athletes
Taniwha guardians hold special place within Maoridom
Kataore once lived in Lake Tikitapu/Blue Lake.
60-year marriage: 'You have to know when to say sorry and not to go to bed holding a grudge'
Kiri recently celebrated her 80th birthday with her beautiful whānau.
Tia Smith's on a mission to learn te reo Māori and deepen connections
Tia Smith started event management in 2007.
Pour it forward: Help doggos using forest stay hydrated
Pet water bowls give Whakarewarewa forest visitors a chance to help dogs stay hydrated.
Get ready to vote: Theatre show an interactive experience
Rotorua Musical Theatre will present Song Contest – the Almost Eurovision Experience.
Paul Hickey: Wordle wins and woes and movie theatre experiences
Paul Hickey discusses Wordle wins and woes, and the experience of movies at the theatre.
From teen mum to successful businesswoman
It's been a full-on four years for the 22-year-old.
Te Arawa place great value on strength and integrity of Rangitihi
Rangitihi - Carved and- sculpted by Rakei Kingi.
Late leader laid foundations for Ngati Pikaio's future
Muriwai Ihakara, te ūpoko kākā nō roto mai i te pokaitara a Ngāti Pikiao.
Building a beneficial community through diving - He pukepuke moana e ekengia e te waka
"Ko te ruku moana taku whakaputanga i ngā pōauau o te wā"
Loitering litter: Common in areas like parks and reserves
Maureen O'Connell regularly picks up litter when on her walks around her neighbourhood.
'Blotchy patches on skin': Iwi, scientists join to save precious Puarenga
The Puarenga stream has been vacant of swimmers since 2018 due to severe water pollution.
Paul Hickey - Final summer burst, social media challenge, 'Live Free'
Paul Hickey discusses finishing summer with camping, social media challenge, 'Live Free'.
Toi Ohomai charity house sells at auction for $385,000
A charity house sold for $385,000 and profits will be injected into the community.
Local musical theatre opens doors to share opportunities
The Big Open Theatre Weekend is this weekend, and Rotorua Musical Theatre is taking part.
Art promotes oneness of humanity, celebrates diversity
He Kete Kotahi is full of work by people of all backgrounds - artists and amateurs.
Abundance of inspiration for arts students
Top Art features some of New Zealand's top secondary school Visual Art portfolios.
Snug as a bug in a rug: Baby blankets for Rotorua's Plunket
Cot blankets will be made and donated to Rotorua's Plunket.
Marathon milestones: Rotorua Mini Marathon for kids
This year the Mini Marathon is scheduled for Friday, May 6.