Arrest made after firearms incident in Tokoroa
The man will appear in Rotorua District Court tomorrow.
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The reinvention of the Chow brothers - from the sex industry to property
The Chow brothers have quit the sex industry and want to have $2b in assets by 2025.
Sculpture will cost about $5200 every year to maintain
Sculpture will cost about $1000 to wash every year and $30,000 to repaint every 7 years.
'Utterly offensive': Seymour taken to task on apartheid comparison
Act's David Seymour compared the new Māori ward legislation to apartheid in South Africa.
More than $640,000 given to Bay of Plenty groups
The total granted New Zealand wide was $4,575,163 to 277 organisations.
Miss Rotorua to become new bilingual reality series
The long-reigning Miss Rotorua pageant will be taken to new heights.
Storytelling: Kiwi film 'Cousins' to premiere in Rotorua
The 'Cousins' premiere is being hosted in Rotorua at Reading Cinema on March 3
Top triathletes back in action for Ironman
This year's event will have a distinct Kiwi feel due to the Covid-19 border restrictions.
Rotunda shows continue for community to enjoy
There are still a number of Music at the Band Rotunda coming up to check out.
Afro Latin Night an evening of dance music and culture
Sam Manzanza & the Afro Beat Band are playing Rotorua Social Club next month.
Biking inspo: A night of cycling films for all
The Big Bike Film Night returns for 2021, and is coming to Rotorua.
Programme helps kids' confidence in open water
The free programme aims to help young people to learn open water safety skills.
Orchestra magic: Opus Orchestra performing two concerts
The central North Island's Opus Orchestra will perform two short concerts in Rotorua.
Opinion: Paul Hickey - Gremlins, NZ film 'Cousins' and Beach Dig
Paul Hickey discusses gremlins, the premiere of NZ film Cousins and The Hits Beach Dig.
Community dons bikes and visits pitstops
There was a great turnout at this year's Go By Bike Day.
Zizi Sparks: Bring on more ratepayer groups
Opinion: The more the better when it comes to representation.
New rescue vessel for Coastguard Rotorua Lakes
The new boat cost $95,000 to build and will replace the unit's current smaller vessel.
High-achieving wharekura students 'walk in both worlds'
Bay of Plenty's wharekura achieved some pleasing results in NCEA scholarship exams.
Person injured in Whakatāne crash dies in hospital
The person suffered critical injuries after a crash on Tuesday.
Public meeting to address homelessness, social disorder and crime
Residents are becoming frustrated with homelessness in Rotorua.
Logging truck tips, road partially blocked
The crash was reported to police about 6.40am.
'Step of faith': Work to start on 86 new homes at former failed site
The prices would sit in and around the average current Rotorua house value.
$500,000 funding boost for Rotorua Aquatic Centre project
Work to upgrade the outdoor 50m pool is underway.
Rotorua councillors lock horns over Te Tatau o Te Arawa accounts
Elected members clash at full council meeting.
Stephanie Worsop: Trampoline injuries raise questions about cotton wool kids
Opinion: Kids may be shielded from more dangers but are they learning risk management?
New Kiwis: Citizenship ceremonies back in person
Twenty-six people became new Kiwis on Tuesday at a citizenship ceremony.
Cha-ching! Rotorua Lotto player among the winners
Sixteen Lotto players shared second division.
'The woman with the heart of gold': Ani Rolfe farewelled
The "woman with the heart of gold" took her final breath on Friday.
'Devastating blow' as Whakatāne Mill closure looms
Whakatāne is reeling 210 workers face losing their jobs at the long-standing mill.
Large blaze extinguished before reaching houses
Eight crews are at the scene and the fire has been contained.
Tauranga youngster impresses at NZ Motocross Champs
The second round of the championships was held in Rotorua on Sunday.
Letters to the editor: Wisdom doesn't come from education
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
Proposed Whakatāne Mill closure a 'significant blow to the local economy'
The Eastern Bay of Plenty Economic Development Agency has spoken out about the proposal.