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Māori businesses recognised as 'important players' in international trade
EU ambassador Nina Obermaier meets business leaders in Rotorua.
'How can we stop this?': Residents fight to stop Kāinga Ora plans
The residents are concerned what type of housing and for whom will be built on Devon St.
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Vets reduce hours amid shortage: 'Life is a little more stressful now'
Kathy Warbrick got a shock when she was told she needed to drive her sick dog to Tauranga.
'Resilient' bunch: Exams start for thousands of Bay students
'Give it your best, leave it all in the exam room knowing you have tried your hardest'.
'Incredibly concerning': Nearly 30 drivers caught drink driving
Nearly 4000 drivers were tested over the weekend.
Miss Rotorua 2022: Merepeka Raukawa-Tait takes Te Arawa sash
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait loved the Miss Rotorua pageant experience
Classical singers to vie for coveted title and prize
New Zealand Aria Finals Night is the culmination of three days of competition.
'Out into the open': Bay GP's menopause survey aims to reduce stigma
The online survey will be open till the new year and already has more than 1500 responses.
From basketball shorts to gowns: Eden Brons wins Miss Rotorua 2022
The 19-year-old is looking forward to studying and building a business in the future.
'A bloody great night': Patchell Group wins top gong at business awards
Taking home the award was the "icing on the cake," Patchell Group's chief executive said.
Fighting for Rotorua: Emergency housing motel ads targeted out-of-towners
RotoruaNZ says motels attracting out-of-towners only exacerbate emergency housing issues.
Motorcyclist dead in Rotorua crash
Police are investigating the circumstances of the crash.
Adventure and healthy habits come together for kids
There are local schools doing the 2022 Zespri Young and Healthy Virtual Experience.
Lake Ōkataina: One dead after crash on State Highway 30
Emergency services are at the scene of a crash on State Highway 30.
Business digest: Fellowships, awards, keynote speakers
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Business awards winners announced
More than 820 guests attended - one of the best turnouts in the Rotorua awards' history.
Kelly Makiha: Why I feel so strongly about Rotorua's emergency housing plight
Opinion: Sometimes you need to reveal the negative to achieve the positive.
Comment: Healthcare staffing crisis putting lives on the line
Opinion: Frontline medical staff have already told the Government what's needed.
Parksyde 21st anniversary: Community centre celebrates milestone
Parksyde turns 21, but more help is needed for its future.
Worker shortage: Business leaders call for change to student allowance rules
One says, "anything is going to help" businesses find staff.
Fighting for Rotorua: What the future holds for contracted emergency housing
A 'bloody fiasco', one said. Mothers say their children can't walk or bike to school now.
'Spiralling poverty crisis': Nearly $70m spent on Rotorua's emergency housing
Fighting for Rotorua: Children placed in "dangerous and unsuitable" accommodation.
Opinion: There's a way forward, I intend to lead us there
OPINION: New mayor of Rotorua looking for solutions
'I just feel so stuck': Young mum's despair at living in emergency housing
"It's sad to say that I'm just so used to being in here now."
Cranking up for Crankworx: Last stop of world tour begins Saturday
Local riders have shared how they feel ahead of the competition.
Who is Graham Philip, the first Kiwi convicted of sabotage?
Graham Philip today made legal history. But who is he?
Sonya Bateson: Past remedies can be solutions to modern problems
OPINION: We don't have to reinvent the wheel, but we sure can give it a few tweaks.
Landmark case: Kiwi admits sabotage but his crimes stay secret
But the exact details of the offending remain suppressed.
Award-winning shot sends snapper on road to India
Rod Hill has recently returned from a photography trip to India's Megha Kayak Festival.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on the Kane Williamson controversy
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Rotorua couple put best flavours forward in barbecue show
Rotorua couple Alia and Shaun Branson are competing in the TV series Cooks on Fire.
Q&A with Alayna Powley: Journey, goals, inspiration
Rotorua musician Alayna Powley shares her journey and inspiration with Rotorua Weekender.