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Costs for Lake Tarawera sewage scheme expected mid-year
The cost of the project has grown "significantly" since 2018.
Prepare for take off! Exciting new events added to Rotorua Marathon
A trio of new events being added to the programme of the 59th Red Stag Rotorua Marathon.
Rotorua council missing out on millions in outstanding rates payments
The largest debt is more than seven years old.
'Great news': Half-price fares net bumper bus patronage as 'refresh' gets under way
New bus routes, stops and shelters are coming amid bumper patronage.
'Absolutely disgusting': Is this the worst alleyway in Rotorua?
Mum says it is so bad her kids can't even walk through it anymore.
Mayor's workshop transparency request not acted on due to council 'oversight'
Tania Tapsell said it was her expectation all workshops would be notified.
Revealed: More than $44k paid out to council staff in ACC claims
Soft tissue injuries are by far the most common ailment affecting Rotorua council staff.
Controversial sculpture undergoing repairs - again
People climbing the artwork seems to be a recurring problem.
Malfroy Rd isn't closing for three days: Council clarifies after sign 'confusion'
A confusing digital sign advising a three-day Malfroy Rd closure has been clarified.
Free speech union slams council submissions policy as censorship
Council says it is just striving to be responsible in its duty of care.
Council pay outs for personal grievances revealed- but no apologies
Jobs losses and payouts: personal grievance claims at local councils revealed.
'Horrified': Bronze bust of tourism pioneer 'ripped out' of stand at Government Gardens
The council said it had deployed additional resources to help deter any similar offending.
Readers' views: Democracy will fail if left to rely on one person, one vote
Our readers have their say.
Woman spends 13 hours mowing council land after complaints fall on 'deaf ears'
"We just feel that this is a tourist town and the shop window is the sides of the roads."
'Difficult times': Rotorua council warned of $5.6m deficit, cuts to services may be proposed
"Unfortunately, things like mowing just won’t be able to be done."
'Assault on democracy': Council withdraws support of controversial Māori representation bill
The matter had already cost more than $146,000 in the lead-up to today's decision.
Withdraw or pursue? Fate of Māori wards bill on council table - $146k spent so far
This week, Rotorua's council will decide to either scrap or keep pursuing the paused bill.
As the number of homeless in motels halves, locals say Rotorua's positive ‘vibe’ is returning
Rotorua residents say there's a positive impact of having fewer homeless living in motels.
From 'absolutely nauseating' to 'heaven': Skid pad neighbour opposes its resurrection
The skid pad has been closed since 2018, but its owner is vying for its re-opening.
Five of 10 Rotorua councillors could be getting a near six-figure salary
Find out who is set to get the biggest slice.
Accessibility advocate fights for footpath to new subdivision
Roger Loveless says it's not safe for his grandchildren to walk to him in the same suburb.
'We lost everything': Flood forces family from home, four days out from Christmas
It is the second time this year flood damage has left the Brake family without a home.
Councils get share of $350m transport package
Forty-six councils across the country will receive their share of the $350m package.
Grassroots: Meet Rotorua's mower men
Teams in the districts regularly mow about land equal to 2200 rugby fields.
‘Exciting’: $800,000 project to move whare waka to Rotorua’s lakefront approved
The council issued a total value of $6,669,000 in commercial building consents in October.
Letters: Good things are finally happening in the city
Rotorua readers have their say.
Wanted: Māori Battalion B Company stories
Rotorua Museum wants stories from soldiers' whānau.
Local Focus: Potaua Biasiny-Tule on Candidate Camera
Community has bigger dreams than council, says Māori ward candidate Potaua Biasiny-Tule.
Local Focus: Lani Kereopa on Candidate Camera
Housing intensification in Māori communities is a concern for candidate Lani Kereopa.
Local Focus: Fletcher Tabuteau on Candidate Camera
Former NZ First MP turns his attention to local body politics and the race for mayoralty
Local Focus: Gregg Brown on Candidate Camera
Pig & Whistle owner Gregg Brown on why he decided to run for council.
Local Focus: Ben Sandford on Candidate Camera
Local lawyer Ben Sandford discusses his reasons for wanting to be the next Rotorua Mayor.
Zizi Sparks: There are no winners in council's legal action against motels
Rotorua's council has lodged court action in the Environment Court against nine motels.