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360-degree corkscrew! Skyline Rotorua starts biggest luge upgrade in 20 years
The development should be open in time for the start of summer.
Partner of Mongrel Mob Kawerau president jailed
Partners of the Kawerau chapter president and his son are sentenced for money laundering.
Assailants jailed after drug deal retaliation 'pack attack'
Four men have been sentenced for bashing a drug dealer who passed off sugar as P.
Pizza thief creates fake accounts under the names Jim Beam and Sam Booker
A man accused of unlawfully accessing Hell's Pizza's computer system has been in court.
Amazing! 100% of profits donated to fire-ruined school
A blaze destroyed eight classrooms and a staff room, now the community is giving back.
'He is a monster': Man jailed for violent killing of baby
A man has been sentenced for manslaughter of a 10-month-old baby.
Road safety reminders for Rotorua drivers
Acting road policing manager, Senior Sergeant Simon Sinclair has a few driving reminders.
Paul Hickey: Rebels win, schools back and Valentine's Day
Paul Hickey discusses the Rotorua Rebels win, school back in session and Valentine's Day.
Murder-accused mum on the run 'wanted a couple days of freedom'
Southern Thompson, 27, is accused of killing her 18-month-old daughter.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Rotorua starts 2021 with new mentors
It has been a positive start to 2021 for Big Brothers Big Sisters Rotorua.
Council security patrols in CBD to continue
Patrol teams include Council Safe City Guardians, Watchdog and VR Security staff.
Story of taonga Hinemihi o Te Ao Tawhito told in book
The launch of Hinemihi: Te Hokinga - The Return was held at the Rotorua Library.
Jo Raphael: More focus needed on school upgrades
OPINION: Eight years of nagging finally gets results for a Rotorua school.
Tarawera Ultramarathon: The economic benefits
The event attracts more than 3000 athletes, plus their coaches and supporters.
Murder-accused mother on the run recaptured
Woman accused of killing of her 18-month-old daughter and who was on the run found.
'Vigilante' gets home detention for violently stabbing two men in unprovoked attacks
Despite the violent attacks, Daniel Ernst isn't going to jail.
'Unprecedented' response: Businesses say no to housing homeless in CBD
Businesses also want government intervention to tackle Rotorua's homeless issue.
Mongrel Mob Kawerau president, his son and another man jailed
Mongrel Mob Kawerau members and their associate have been jailed on drug dealing charges.
Future speedway stars in action this weekend
The 2021 Ministocks in Paradise event will be held over two nights.
Mum accused of toddler's murder cuts off monitoring bracelet, on the run
A mother who was to stand trial for murdering her toddler is on the run.
102km run: Michael Voss ready for new challenge
Michael Voss won the 50km race in 2020.
Jo Raphael: Outdated fashion trend is tying us to the past
OPINION: Tank the ties and let MPs get on with it
Reticulating lakeside communities could be considered in Long-term Plan
Recommendation to commit to reviewing public water supply made by a council committee.
Used needles, fighting, urine prompt temporary liquor ban
The council agreed to a 24/7 ban for 12 months following reports of crime and disorder.
Baywide Rugby: What will 2021 look like?
The Bay of Plenty Rugby Union has announced information about the 2021 season.
'Icing on the cake': Primary school gets brand new $3.5m classroom block, first since 1956
The primary school hasn't had a new classroom since it was built in 1956
All you need to know about the new tenancy law reforms
The biggest changes of the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act come into effect today.
Tie debate: Why some men still wear them, and others don't miss them
For one businessman, a tie means 'game on', but others don't miss them.
Guests relocated after burst water main floods hotel
Guests have been relocated to other hotels in the region.
Get moving with the Rotorua Walking Festival
You can enter to be part of the Rotorua Walking Festival, coming up on March 20 and 21.
Kelly Makiha: Quite frankly, our house prices are sad
OPINION: Last thing young people need is a lack of enthusiasm to get ahead financially.