40 days on the snow: Olympic kayaker Mike Dawson on his 1000km South Pole expedition
The expedition is expected to take at least 40 days.
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First and only te reo Māori Qur'an visits Rotorua
"Compassion and mercy are the cornerstones of the teachings of Islam."
Rotorua's highest-polling candidate also its youngest
Wang has been elected to a second term, preliminary results show.
Rotorua bucks voting trend but regional participation plummets
But, as of Sunday, Rotorua has seen an increase of voter turnout in this year's election.
Analysis: Rotorua's new mayor has her work cut out
Analysis: Rotorua will be looking to its new mayor to find solutions - and fast.
Felix Desmarais: My tribute to Kathy, and how to honour her memory
OPINION: In memory of Kathy, please get checked for breast cancer this month.
Re-elected regional council reps honoured: 'Can't wait to get back to work'
Rotorua's representatives on the Bay of Plenty Regional Council have been re-elected.
Bay businesses with big ideas dive into deep end and pitch plans for growth
Three local businesses shared their experiences and why they need the money.
Steve Chadwick: My advice for the new council
OPINION: Being the mayor is a full-time job and it's not an easy job.
Rotorua Lakes Council has at least six new councillors
'The voters have clearly demonstrated that they want change.'
New mayor Tania Tapsell's first 100 days - what's in store
Tapsell is not backwards in coming forwards for her plans for Rotorua.
Horror weekend: Police respond after four fatal crashes
Police were called to the incident about 2.30pm.
'Close call': 7 votes separate Māori candidates in regional council race
Progress results are in for the Bay of Plenty Regional Council.
Beating the stigma of limited vision: Why Haehaetu is sharing her story now
Haehaetu Barrett has had visual impairment for most of her life. Few have known until now.
Mayoral upset for Whakatāne looks likely
Victor Luca leads in the mayoral results with a huge margin.
Mayor looks for a plan B after 'disappointing' result
Current Mayor Lyn Riesterer said she was now looking at plan B.
'Thank you so much, from the bottom of my heart': Tania Tapsell claims victory
Tania Tapsell is the first Māori woman mayor of Rotorua
'I did it': Trevor Maxwell makes history
Trevor Maxwell was first elected to Rotorua Council in 1977.
Fates sealed for 2022 local election candidates as voting closes
Voting has closed for the 2022 local election.
Out-of-control driver who hit car with mum and kids inside seeks rehab
Patience Pari has to wait until December to hear her fate.
Dawn Picken: Would you be happier living somewhere else?
Would you be happier living somewhere else?
Bars and restaurants plan protest shutdown over 'chronic' staff shortages
Why Rotorua restaurants and bars are shutting for a day out of protest.
Kiwi mum charged over death of six-month-old baby boy in WA
The parents of a baby boy who died this week are behind bars on remand.
New project aims to offer understanding of Rotorua forest users
Toi Ohomai students have signed up to help with data collection.
'We want love, peace and unity': Local Iranians call for prayers as protests continue
"I always ask my friends to pray. It's the key to everything."
A walk in the park at parkrun
Parkruns around NZ during October is dedicated to encouraging even more people to walk.
Day of remembrance and reflection for police
Police Remembrance Day is held every year on September 29.
Breakfast and art auction for cause close to hearts
The Child Cancer Charity Breakfast and Art Auction is on Friday, October 14.
An 'incredible' experience and milestone
Kharl WiRepa's designs recently featured on catwalks in Paris and London.
Subscribers weigh in on argument New Zealand already a republic
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Rising seas: New Bay estuary project to monitor impact of 'inevitable' sea-level rise
The Bay of Plenty is the second place to use the technology.
Enjoy a fun day out with your pooches while supporting cause
A Dog's Day Out fundraising event for Animals Are Hungry Two is on October 15.
Why some candidates aren't using app to engage with voters
Concerns raised included questioner anonymity and independence of the platform.