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Fight for Rotorua rescue helicopter continues
Todd McClay vows to fight for rescue helicopter, while current service details are shared.
How a 2021 calendar will help feed the needy
Here's a must-have for those who love Rotorua.
Small business boom: Why Rotorua people are going out on their own
We speak to two businesswomen who have established their own businesses this year.
Leaks, security concerns, overcrowding: Documents reveal major issues with courthouse
Construction work was due to start last year. The Government is still considering options.
From Cape Runaway kid to MP: Rawiri Waititi's path to Parliament
'Democracy has never worked for our people as the majority always rules.'
Food bank appeal: Demand soars for food parcels as Covid-19 hits community
Christmas appeal launched to help families in need across Rotorua.
Te Ngae Rd traffic is moving again, but not for long
Traffic is flowing better on Te Ngae Rd - but how long will it continue?
Health warning for Lake Taupō lifted
The health warning for the south-eastern bays of Lake Taupō has been lifted.
Why Rotorua's council failed to meet nearly half its service targets
The council says it was on-track before Covid-19 hit, impacting people-related services.
Final election results: Waititi and Coffey react after winner revealed
Plus the fate of the other electorates in the Bay of Plenty announced.
Santa's back! Anonymous donor saves city's Christmas parade
'This is something you only ever read about, and it happened to our parade.'
Bay of Plenty vet graduates receive financial boost
Four BOP vet graduates are Voluntary Bonding Scheme for Veterinarians recipients.
'Dream machine' to be auctioned off for great cause
A pedal car is being auctioned on Trademe to raise funds for Rotorua Hospice.
Remembering those who made ultimate sacrifices
A commemoration service is being held for Armistice Day in the Government Gardens.
Bridging the gap! Arts community get together to talk shop
The next ArtsMad evening will be held on Tuesday, November 10 at Princes Gate Hotel.
Opinion: National art awards lead to enthralling weekend
Arts tutor Helen English discusses her weekend away for the Taranaki National Art Awards.
Zonta Club of Rotorua Help Sign Project launched
Signs will be placed on toilet doors with help phone numbers for family violence/harm.
Rotorua father accused of murdering young son to stand trial
The murder charge relates to the death of 5-year-old Ferro-James Sio.
Regional council considers $12k clean energy loans to combat climate change
The proposal seeks to use the success of Rotorua's "hot swap" to help launch the loans.
Zizi Sparks: It's time to grin and bear traffic woes
Opinion: In the long run, the roadworks are going to improve things.
Local children show promising digital futures
The 2020 Rotorua Regional Aquabots Competition is this weekend.
Drought fears as Bay of Plenty 'severely dry' ahead of summer
Niwa's 60-day index has deemed the Rotorua area and coastal Bay of Plenty "severely dry".
Cricketers hoping for clear skies
All matches were abandoned due to rain last week.
Devastated family offers $2000 reward for information after headstone vandalised
Diego Hulton was killed in Perth in 2017, now his headstone has been vandalised.
Bowls and barbecue for a cause
Dimple Digital is holding a bowls and barbecue fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters.
Would you jump on a free bus to ease Te Ngae Rd traffic?
Should buses be free for east side travellers while there's road works on Te Ngae Rd?
Marguerita St: Tiebreaker needed as council committee decides way forward
It was one of the closest votes the council has seen all year.
Father found guilty of murdering 2yo daughter
A jury has found Maketū man Aaron Izett guilty of murdering his daughter.
Local Focus: Rotorua businesses win big
Aaron Warren's gym wins people's choice. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Work begins to make Fordlands great again
How Fordlands will rebuild its community.
Late nights and hard work worth it for musical theatre
Lesley and Dave have been involved with musical theatre in Rotorua since 1976.
Ngongotahā programme receives $15,000
The trust provides services to low-income families in Ngongotahā village.