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Chinese and Māori fashion fusion on the catwalk
A Chinese Fashion Show Rotorua is being held on Saturday, February 20.
Dawn Picken: Advice for a 17-year-old in a new world
Opinion: For a teenager, postponement looks permanent. But this pause is not forever.
Obstacles and innovation: How Rotorua's new five-star hotel survived Covid
General manager Israel Suarez Guido says 2020 presented both challenges and opportunities.
42 years, 413 dead bodies: Police photographer retires
In more than 25 years as a forensic police photographer, you see a lot.
New year, new business: 'Real buzz' in Rotorua as empty shops fill
Three new business owners tell us why they've set up in Rotorua's CBD.
Lockdown baby boom - is it a thing?
Some hospitals are reporting a baby boom nine months after the country's lockdown.
'Broke me all over again': Grandmother devastated after thief's sentence changed
The offender's sentence has been replaced with one of home detention.
Revitalised performing arts centre launches this weekend
The Lakes Performing Arts Centre's (LPAC) annual community open day is this Saturday.
Talent on show: Free whānau concert for community
Pūtahitanga/One People Concert will be held tomorrow at Kuirau Park.
New sports uniforms thanks to grant
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Koutu has received a NZCT grant to buy new sports uniforms.
OPINION: Long weekends, happiness with water and '5 Words for 5 K'
Paul Hickey discusses long weekends, happiness with water and '5 Words for 5 K'.
Parade of Classic and Wooden Boats a marvel to see
The Parade of Classic and Wooden Boats is on Saturday, February 6.
Beach safety: Learn how to look out for rips
Learning how to identify rips could save lives.
Free Sunday afternoon music in Government Gardens
Music at the Band Rotunda is returning to Government Gardens in February and March.
Large scrub fire in Kawerau contained
A large scrub fire in Kawerau has been burning since the early hours of this morning.
Community 'uproar' prompts assurances from Tiny Deane
There is strong opposition to a potential development where Lava Bar currently stands.
Local Focus: Rotorua man a hero to many
Rawiri Bhana aims to help the mokopuna of Aotearoa. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'I'll stab you if you don't drive': Woman who kidnapped men sentenced
Incidents happened while the country was in level 4 lockdown.
Rotorua men up for New Zealander of the Year
The 2021 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards will be announced on March 2021.
Cat burglar? Distraught pet owner says cyclist swiped pet from Rotorua property
A Rotorua woman is distraught after watching her cat stolen from outside her home.
Zizi Sparks: Give green waste collection green light
Opinion: There's no reason we shouldn't embrace a green waste collection.
'Work hard, play hard': Waka ama veteran grabs medal haul
A 54-year-old paddler has proven age is no barrier.
80 drivers to line up at North Island Stockcar Championship
The championship will be held over two nights.
Beach safety: Learn how to look out for rips
Learning how to identify rips could save lives and help change statistics.
Serious burns: 3-year-old girl injured
The child was injured in a serious incident on Tuesday.
'We do a lot to look after our families': Rotorua prepares for back to school
Dozens of Bay children are on a waiting list to get back to school funding: Variety
Man charged following serious incidents in Whakatāne
He was remanded in custody until February 24.
Police investigate sudden death of 5-month-old baby
The baby's death has been referred to the coroner.
Post-earthquake assessment of Sir Howard Morrison Centre complete
Rotorua was hit by a swarm of earthquakes on Monday.
Rotorua Trust building sale to benefit community
It is the first time the former residential property has been on the market in 20 years.
Lava Bar could close for new homeless hub and medical centre
It'll be an end of an era when one of Rotorua's most popular night spots closes soon.
Child seriously burned in incident at Rotorua stable in hospital
Emergency services were called to the Pukehangi address about 4.55pm.