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Is an auction the right choice for selling your home right now?
Auctions have not been 'flavour of the month' but auctioneer says that could soon change.
Viewing New Zealand art to raise funds for worthy cause
Expressions is a one-night event featuring original works from New Zealand artists.
Spike in applications for bollards outside Bay businesses
One Rotorua store has installed planter boxes filled with concrete as makeshift bollards.
'Brushed aside': Bay principal frustrated over construction delays
Damage to the school grounds caused by demolition has still not been repaired.
Why the council is advertising a new six-figure emergency housing manager's role
The council is looking to employ someone as an emergency housing programme manager.
Wastewater system blockages cause overflows, temporary health warning issued
Saturday's overflows follow three other incidents this year caused by fatbergs.
Interested in a theatre career behind the scenes? Local training on the way
An entertainment technology training programme will cater to teens and community techs.
Country music star Tami Neilson rides high on global acclaim
BIG READ: The singer is in the midst of a New Zealand tour.
Steamers to tackle Taranaki in Tauranga on Sunday
The Steamers game will be the first of five held on home soil.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on petrol thefts and burglaries
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Missing kayaker: Search for missing 18-year-old on Lake Rotorua continues
It has been three days since the man failed to return from his kayak.
Motel revamped for homeless families opens on Fenton St
About 70 people are to move into the new transitional housing facility on Fenton St.
Dancers excited to be hitting stage soon
Annemarie Gallagher and Moana John Eruera have been practising hard for show night.
Got a spare $1m? Rotorua Hospice is just one charity facing donations drying up
'We can see business and people struggling. We too are struggling.'
Who wants to represent you? Candidates listed as nominations close
A final list of nominations is due to be released on August 17.
'Scary and damning' report paints grim picture of state of Rotorua
The mayor says the Covid-19 pandemic exacerbated existing issues in the city.
Toot 'n' Whistle! Rotorua icon re-emerges after 18 years
Toot 'n' Whistle which used to go around Kuirau Park is on display at Te Amorangi Museum.
Raukura Choir excited to share hard work and talent
Raukura Choir from Rotorua Boys' High School is one of 12 in Upper North Island Cadenza.
Making an impact: Chantelle Cobby a winner in Impact Awards
Rotorua's Chantelle Cobby is the founder of The Microvolunteering Collective.
Opinion - Paul Hickey: Commonwealth Games, Olivia Newton-John, silent mode and luge fun
Paul Hickey discusses Commonwealth Games, Olivia Newton-John, silent mode and luge fun.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers react to service station burglary
OPINION: Premium subscribers weigh in on crimes against businesses.
Sonya Bateson: Sam Uffindell - will we see an arc of redemption or fall from grace?
OPINION: Putting your leader in such a quandary is not a good look for MP of two months.
Jo Raphael: Operating behind closed doors is undemocratic
OPINION: It's time for councils to stop operating in secrecy.
'Taking advantage of us': Service stations affected by rise in fuel drive-offs
A top cop says fuel thefts jumped a quarter between January and April compared to 2021.
Migrant seminar to highlight police role
An upcoming seminar for migrants on the police's role and ways of keeping safe in NZ
'Storm in a teacup': Council moves toward revocation of seven reserve sites
The meeting became heated in parts, with accusations of 'electioneering'.
Empty chambers? Low council nominations prompt concern
Councils are hopeful to see a "flurry" of nominations before they close on Friday.
The Premium Debate: Mixed views on whether Tauranga's Uffindell should resign or stay
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on MP, who's now been stood down from caucus.
Luke Kirkness: The public had a right to know about Uffindell's past
OPINION: Fledgling MP's tattered career remains on a knife-edge.
Letters to the editor: Hemo Rd roundabout garden should be given priority
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
Transported to another part of the world in a rollercoaster of emotions
Romantic moments in Almost, Maine brought to life by John Paul College students.
Another Fenton St motel seeks emergency housing approval for five years
Emerald Spa is now seeking resource consent to lawfully operate emergency housing.
Convicted: Destiny leader Brian Tamaki admits crashing car into elderly couple's
High-profile church leader Brian Tamaki has had his careless driving case called in court.