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Diligent digging: 100 natives planted at reserve
A hundred natives were planted, and seeds were sown at Sanatorium Reserve.
Halfway there! Dancing extravaganza for local cause
The process for Harcourts Dancing for Hospice dancers is at its halfway point.
'No evidence' of racism or elitism at John Paul College, review finds
An independent review was ordered earlier this year following a complaint.
'It could be anywhere': Covid data expert's warning for Bay
Close contacts in Tauranga have tested negative but the risk remains.
'History-making': Bay proud of local Black Caps after 'one of NZ's great sporting achievements'
Ian Boult: 'It's history-making'.
Seven deputies: Chief executive explains controversial $50k change process
Chief executive Geoff Williams says there have been 'wrong discussions' about the changes.
Trio sentenced for massive tyre dump
The father and daughter had sought discharge without conviction.
Letters to the editor: Ratepayers have every right to be included in secret forums
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
Rawiri Waititi: Tauranga's older demographic feel threatened
The Māori Party MP shares his views on why racial incidents happen in the Bay.
Jo Raphael: is Working for Families tax credit really working?
OPINION: Should taxpayers be propping up working families?
Pop-up hotel pitched as solution to hosting hundreds of event visitors
When you've got thousands of people coming to stay, how do you fit them all in?
Seven deputies: Councillor to make formal call for independent review
National MP Christopher Luxon says seven deputy chief execs is 'over the top'.
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: I've started spending more time on the things I like doing
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait learns about putting herself first and has more time because of it.
Review: Classic concert by duo inspires at St Luke's Church
A special night in a Rotorua church could be the start of something classically brilliant.
'Every week': Reappearing pothole irks resident
Motorist Karel Rottier has lodged multiple complaints about a pothole on Old Taupo Road.
'Pretty stink': Playground equipment stolen
The council says the equipment taken costs thousands of dollars.
Gapes too fast at cross-country champs
The 47th New Zealand Secondary Schools Cross-Country Championships were held Saturday.
Extreme pageant makeover: Miss Rotorua's unique take on beauty
Miss Rotorua is the only Māori-owned and operated beauty pageant in the world.
Making memories with Rotorua Rafting
Laugh and scream as you drop over the world's highest commercially rated waterfall.
We're back: Business events boom welcome relief in Rotorua
A boom in business events is a welcome relief to an industry left reeling last year.
Mayor won't open secret workshops despite ratepayer's plea
Steve Chadwick says the workshops are 'important, legitimate and appropriate'.
Man charged after allegedly throwing molotov cocktail at police
Police were trying to seize stereo equipment when a molotov cocktail was allegedly thrown.
Strong wind watch in place for Bay of Plenty
Heavy rain and southeast gales are on the way for parts of the country.
'School is their safe space': Aorangi School putting strong emphasis on nurturing
Aorangi School's Nurture Room has been making positive impact on students' learning.
Local high school home of new Jonah Lomu Scholarship
The legacy of rugby great Jonah Lomu will live on at Rotorua Boys' High School.
Jo Raphael: Are we happy with the vaccine rollout?
OPINION: Make it as easy as possible for people to say yes.
Te Teko volunteer goes above and beyond
This week, volunteers throughout New Zealand are being celebrated.
Local Focus: Is geothermal really green energy?
One geothermal station is almost as bad as burning gas. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Complaints about dogs in CBD rise in six months
But the council says most dog-related incidents in the CBD relate to out-of-towners.
Road reopened after serious crash on State Highway 30
Police were notified about 7.10am.
Landlords selling up sparking fears of future slums
Landlords can lease properties to the Government through a Community Housing Provider.