Drenched: Bay of Plenty has a wet weekend
The Bay of Plenty was drenched at the beginning of this weekend.
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Homelessness solution: We need to build 667 houses a year
Rotorua needs to build more than 600 houses a year to improve its homelessness problem.
NZTA answers questions on Te Ngae Rd roadworks
The roadworks have prompted multiple letters to the editor.
Using tech both old and new to tackle wallaby nuisance
Dama wallabies are spreading from Rotorua to the Waikato.
Missing woman Kylie Taylor found 'alive and well'
Kylie Taylor, 32, was reported missing on Thursday afternoon.
'This doesn't feel real': Navy recruit embarking on exciting career
Shay Tahana, 18, has been told she is the youngest candidate in her NZ Navy intake.
Memory of late husband keeps dancer on track
Danielle Maguire and Bernie Dawson are fully motivated to support Hospice.
'Dead money': $400k per week emergency housing price tag
The latest numbers show millions being poured into the Bay of Plenty housing crisis.
Sport cancelled, road warnings issued as wretched weather strikes
Heavy rain watches are also coming into force for the North Island's upper east.
Homeless help: Government buys vacant 2ha block for $6.45m
New houses for the homeless will be built on the corner of Malfroy Rd and Ranolf St.
Māori wards in Rotorua: a recipe for fairer representation, or further division?
Felix Desmarais talks to Rotorua local government figures about the issue.
Artists to showcase talents at exhibition
Commission proceeds from exhibition sales will go to The Friends of the Museum
Biking buzz: Selwyn School bike track's official opening
Selwyn School celebrated the official opening of its bike track for pupils and community.
Free coaching service EnergyMate helps Rotorua keep warm and save on power
Power-company-funded service is giving households tips on how to stay warm and save money.
Rotorua girls impress at international SeaPerch Challenge
Siwan Loyd-Jones and Jurnee Leonard presented a project in an international competition.
Rotorua school overwhelmed by KidsCan support this winter
KidsCan supports students in 829 schools with breakfast, snacks, hot meals and clothing.
Donate art goodies to help out The Arts Village
The Arts Village's Arts & Crafts Garage Sale fundraiser is on Saturday, June 26.
Rotorua Youth Centre excited by cadetship initiative
New partnership will see local rangatahi develop work talent in electricity industry.
Thrilling action: Slam Rock back for 2021
The Sulphur City Steam Rollers' signature event, Slam Rock, is on Saturday, June 26.
'Can't sit back and say nothing': Calls for review into council
The mayor says the chief executive has her 'total confidence'.
Stewart Island child's Covid scare; PM reveals when you can get your jabs
PM unveils vaccine rollout scheme - when you can get your Covid jabs.
'Privilege' to be raised by Dame Georgina Kirby, grandson says
Mihaere Kirby says he was lucky to be one of the babies pulling on his Nan's skirts.
'It's a real job': Gaming lessons launched in schools
Gaming at school - sounds like some students' dream come true!
Jo Raphael: Internet outage a perfect time to consider a digital detox
OPINION: How well could you handle a digital detox?
Family considers moving after car ploughs through fence ... again
A car smashed through two fences on Homedale St.
Rugby league legend and ambassador 'saddened' by brawl
Comments come after fighting erupted at senior match.
'Utterly appalled': Rotorua councillor wants govt to step in over seven new deputy chiefs
Mayor hits back, telling the councillor to 'wake up'.
Zorb founders' side hustle: a quirky personalised board game
The founders of Zorb flexed their creativity when business slowed down.
Finalists announced for Rotorua Hospitality Awards
Finalists have been announced for the eighth Rotorua Hospitality Awards.
Paul Hickey: America's Cup, zapping clouds and giveaways
Paul Hickey discusses the America's Cup, zapping clouds and giveaways.
'Trail of injured people': League match ends in 'all-out brawl'
Investigation launched after violence leaves witness 'shocked and disgusted'.
One Love 2022 line-up to feature 12 international acts
The first line-up has been named, with further acts to be announced later in the year.
Rotorua builder charged with stealing sex toys
A man who stole sex toys from an Auckland store has appeared in a Rotorua court.
Roundabout location confirmed for dangerous intersection
the location is part of a transport corridor between Auckland, Hamilton, and Tauranga.