'Iconic' Rainbow Springs will permanently close
Rainbow Springs will close its doors for good and all animals are to be rehomed.
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'It's been very hard': Kiwis excited to come home as borders reopen
One family says they will not let a pandemic or a tyrannical despot get in their way.
'I haven't heard anything from him': Bay mother fears for son fighting on the frontlines
But Lyudmyla Shelton believes the 21-year-old will keep his promise to stay alive.
'Need a clothes peg on your nose': What stinks in Rotorua?
A local business says the stench is another challenge on top of Covid-19.
'We're out of options': Rental crisis hits families as rents up, supply down
One mother took two months to find a rental that wasn't rundown', 'damp' or 'mouldy'.
Battling burnout: GPs facing doctor shortages, high patient numbers
Rotorua general practices face doctor burnout and vacancy-filling issues.
Rob Rattenbury: Why America is set to change over the coming years
OPINION: "A lot" of change is headed America's way over the next decade or so.
Scrub fire in Ōpōtiki district extinguished; Ngongatahā fire 'suspicious'
Firefighters are battling to get a scrub fire under control in the Ōpōtiki district.
Omicron outbreak: Five in Tauranga Hospital; latest case numbers revealed
The latest Bay of Plenty and Lakes District Health Board figures have been revealed.
Region's first KiwiBuild homeowners 'counting the days' until move in
The Bay of Plenty's first KiwiBuild homes, in the Mountview Green development, are ready.
Business digest: Investment, awards and economics forum
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Jo Raphael: Putin's a ruthless tyrant and we should be outraged
OPINION: We should all be outraged over the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
No relief in sight: Teachers face staffing pressure as Covid cases rise
Teacher shortages and parents not testing children concern Bay of Plenty teachers.
What you need to know about Covid-19 testing in Rotorua
What you need to know about getting tested in the Lakes DHB district.
Rotorua trust blocks lake access after ongoing damage
Four-wheel-drive vehicles are still being driven across the lakebed, despite warnings.
Marathon milestones: Rotorua Mini Marathon for kids
This year the Mini Marathon is scheduled for Friday, May 6.
Water Safety Strategy kicks on for fourth year
Bay of Plenty Water Safety Strategy kicks on for its fourth year.
App engaging and empowering netball in communities
The Netfit NZ App provides digital content and free access to coaching and fitness videos.
Te Arawa man to lead Three Waters reform programme
The new Three Waters executive director went to high school in Rotorua.
Shipping container of donated goods heading to Tonga
A shipping container full of quality donated goods will be shipped to aid Tonga
Fun day celebrates hard work of local marching teams
Rotorua's Madison Blues Marching held a fun day for friends and family to see routines
Good spirits and appreciative award recipients
The third annual Rotary Rotorua North Apprentice Awards were held on Wednesday night.
Paul Hickey - Pet devotion, cruise ship living and baby talk
Paul Hickey discusses devotion to pets, cruise ship living and baby talk benefits.
'Unprecedented demand': 5000 RATs gone in half a day ahead of phase 3
An expert says Covid-19 is 'taking off' everywhere, including in the Bay of Plenty.
Te Tatau o Te Arawa reports 'small' $5k surplus
The report received a clear audit opinion.
Meet Flick, the little fire truck that could be yours
The origins of Flick are unknown but whoever left it at the station has a kind heart.
Letters: 'Shocking' number of feral cats in the town centre
Our readers have their say.
Zizi Sparks: How is teaching not a critical service?
Opinion: Teachers deserve to have access to rapid testing.
Lakes DHB switches to rapid antigen tests as pressure on labs grows
Lakes DHB testing centres will now use RATs as their primary Covid-19 test.
One dead, one critically injured in single car crash near Taupō
A serious crash has occurred in the Taupo District.
'It's real … please take it seriously': Rotorua mayor tests positive for Covid-19
Steve Chadwick says her infection reinforces the need for vaccination.
Pay offer a 'quite disrespectful', health workers say
Lakes allied health staff will take strike action unless they get a better pay offer.
'The country needs them back': Local businesses, MPs on easing of mandates
Jacinda Ardern said Covid restrictions could start easing as early as next month.
Winter chill: Holding out for border opening could make or break some businesses
The tourism sector is concerned visitor numbers won't rise if self-isolation rules stay.