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Classical singers to vie for coveted title and prize
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From basketball shorts to gowns: Eden Brons wins Miss Rotorua 2022
The 19-year-old is looking forward to studying and building a business in the future.
'A bloody great night': Patchell Group wins top gong at business awards
Taking home the award was the "icing on the cake," Patchell Group's chief executive said.
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Motorcyclist dead in Rotorua crash
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Adventure and healthy habits come together for kids
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Lake Ōkataina: One dead after crash on State Highway 30
Emergency services are at the scene of a crash on State Highway 30.
Business digest: Fellowships, awards, keynote speakers
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Business awards winners announced
More than 820 guests attended - one of the best turnouts in the Rotorua awards' history.
Kelly Makiha: Why I feel so strongly about Rotorua's emergency housing plight
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Comment: Healthcare staffing crisis putting lives on the line
Opinion: Frontline medical staff have already told the Government what's needed.
Parksyde 21st anniversary: Community centre celebrates milestone
Parksyde turns 21, but more help is needed for its future.
Worker shortage: Business leaders call for change to student allowance rules
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Fighting for Rotorua: What the future holds for contracted emergency housing
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'Spiralling poverty crisis': Nearly $70m spent on Rotorua's emergency housing
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Cranking up for Crankworx: Last stop of world tour begins Saturday
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Who is Graham Philip, the first Kiwi convicted of sabotage?
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Sonya Bateson: Past remedies can be solutions to modern problems
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Landmark case: Kiwi admits sabotage but his crimes stay secret
But the exact details of the offending remain suppressed.
Award-winning shot sends snapper on road to India
Rod Hill has recently returned from a photography trip to India's Megha Kayak Festival.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on the Kane Williamson controversy
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Rotorua couple put best flavours forward in barbecue show
Rotorua couple Alia and Shaun Branson are competing in the TV series Cooks on Fire.
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Paul Hickey discusses community spirit, business awards, Christmas prezzies and vacation.
Rotorua Trust 'there for whole community'
After 18 years with the Rotorua Trust, Jo-Anne La Grouw has not stood for re-election.
Wingspan took flight as charitable trust 30 years ago
This month, Wingspan marked 30 years of being registered as a charitable trust.
'Slow progress': Retailers set to get slice of $6m fund to fight ram raids
Equipment will include bollards, fog cannons, alarms, roller doors and cameras.