The force was with competitors as they wielded lightsabers
The Rotorua branch of New Zealand Lightsaber Guild hosted a tournament in Rotorua.
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Closing and opening chapters with Eastern Fish & Game for Andy and Arash.
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Rotorua athletes achieve great results at Oceanias
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Zizi Sparks: Councils should consult openly and often
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The end of MIQ in Rotorua: Sudima, Ibis, Arawa Park Hotels to reopen next week
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Blending mātauranga Māori and science
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The fall of Te Tumu - a death marks iwi boundaries
The authentic site of Te Tumu is still debated.
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Indigenous arts brings creative minds together.
Worst time for first home buyers since 1957 - report
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Landslip causing delays on SH5 near Ngongotahā
Emergency services were notified of the incident shortly after 6pm.
Whakatāne hit and run: Police ask for help finding driver
Police are asking for witnesses of the incident on Matirerau St to come forward.
Well-seasoned: Lynne retires after 43 years at the same KFC
'KFC has been good to me. I'm pretty proud of these 43 years.'
Letters: Addict's journey to recovery provides great hope
Our readers have their say.
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: Depp and Heard show domestic violence hates sunlight
OPINION: Domestic violence takes root in the darkness and shadows.
'Very infectious' gastro bug spreading throughout Bay of Plenty
Principal says "particularly nasty" bug a factor in a rise in student and staff sickness.
Bookstore forced to close after flood damage
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Letters: Bid to sell reserves a rushed shambles
Our readers have their say on sale of reserves, emergency services, and religious freedom
What caused this large steam plume seen across Rotorua?
A concerned driver said trees in the area had turned "almost white"
Opinion | Labour looks soft on gangs, dithering on law and order
OPINION: There's a lot going on for Labour heading into an election year next year.
Smoke 'em out: Why Rotorua is cracking down on non-compliant home heating
The regional council has also responded to claims its tech is unfair on some families.
New civic plaza, sculpture and wooden courthouse: Council ideas for CBD revealed
The council says it's 'just ideas', and ministers ignored its proposal.
Mt Ruapehu: Short periods of strong tremors over the weekend
Volcano expert gives the latest on the Mt Ruapehu volcanic activity.
Rotorua bus changes: Eleven routes down to five
The changes aim to simplify the bus network and will also add five CBD stops.
Jo Raphael: Life is fleeting - it's later than you think
OPINION: The clock of life is wound but once.
Residents hit waterfront to try shot put
The event is touring New Zealand and was held to promote the upcoming Commonwealth Games.
Advocates share their wishlists for the new Māori Health Authority
'The philosophy is great. We want to see the resourcing to back it up.'
Polynesian Spa death: Coroner urges better supervision
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Homicide investigation launched in Whakatāne after assaulted man dies
Police are seeking information from the public to assist their investigation.