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'Talk to someone': Farmer confidence knocked as costs rise
Some farmers indicated they are considering exiting the industry due to concerns.
Tunes, kai and family: Rotorua's send-off to 2022
Sun shines on Whānau Market focused on family-friendly fun.
Watch: Liqour store hit by attempted ram raid overnight
Three people tried to ram raid the Ngongotahā Bottle-O store overnight.
How to take care of your mental health this summer
A wellness expert said there was nothing more "uplifting" than being in nature.
Luke Kirkness: Drink-driving tests must be ramped up to address the issue
OPINION: The number of breath tests and driving under the influence convictions has shrunk
Pass or fail? - New Zealand's report card
OPINION: Did New Zealand pass or fail this year its report card this year?
Party safely these holidays: Police warn New Year's Eve revellers to be responsible
“Look after your friends and stick together."
'It's buzzing': Takeaway shop breaks sales records amid busy holiday season
'Half of them were tourists and they were willing to really spend big time.'
Mobster allegedly attacked with weapons at emergency motel
Knives, wooden bats and poles were allegedly used.
Former top Bay cop's 37 years of service honoured
A career in the police spanning 37 years sees Glenn Dunbier made an ONZM.
Work of a coroner an 'honour' for Bain
He spoke for the dead to protect the living. Now he's been acknowledged for his work.
New Year Honour 'the work of many', principal says
Chris Grinter has dedicated a 48-year career to education and young Māori.
'A privilege': New Zealand's longest-serving GP honoured at New Year
Dr John Armstrong has been made a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
Matua Trev's mahi recognised in New Year Honours - again
The long-serving councillor and kapa haka champion shares why he has mixed emotions.
Man dies after river incident in Bay of Plenty
The man died at the scene despite attempts to save him.
Premium stories of 2022: Brawl spills into liquor store - 'they ran my brother over'
Watch what happens when a street fight among homeless spills into a liquor store.
Serious crash at Lake Rotoiti on Thursday preventable, police say
Four were seriously injured and now police are appealing for witnesses.
Locals spoken to after accidental fire burns 1ha of land
An "accident from an incinerator" is considered as a possible cause for the fire.
Rotorua mother awarded $2660 after living in mouldy home
The Tenancy Tribunal found her landlord intentionally breached obligations.
Premium stories of 2022: 'Ripped off': Elderly struggling to cover basics as living costs soar
Some are missing meals, appointments or becoming homeless as inflation and high rent bite.
'Massive event': L.A.B take out top 5 singles ahead of hometown show
Kiwi favourites L.A.B begin their summer tour in Tauranga on December 30.
No more emergency housing: New owner spends $500k-plus renovating motel
Units refurbished to cater for visitors to Rotorua.
Premium stories of 2022: 27-year-old secures first home despite downturn
Abeera Dhaliwal explains how she saved $35,000 over 10 years towards her new home.
Stay safe and be responsible this summer, warn police
Waikato police urge holidaymakers to stay safe this summer.
Poppy, Buddy and Bear, oh my: Most popular dog names revealed
Some, like Bongo McChuckles and Gentleman Jack, were one-of-a-kind.
Jo Raphael: Ease up on the booze for a clear head
OPINION: We're no longer consuming alcohol like we used to
Premium stories of 2022: Why Tāmati Coffey and Tim Smith are bowing out of hospitality
Tāmati Coffey and Tim Smith have sold their two bars on Rotorua's Eat Streat.
Tommy Wilson: No one has been made poor by giving
OPINION: Money will not take care of our homeless, but the community can.
'Kind and generous,' 'early feminist' Una Ewert dies
Una Ewert has been described as a 'secret benefactor to many'.
'Rotorua has turned it on': City hums with Boxing Day bargain hunters
Sun shining and sale signs up, Rotorua shoppers searched for deals.
Year in Review: January 2022
Rotorua Daily Post is looking back at the stories of 2022.