MTB: Olympians add spice to Whaka 100 event
More than 3000 competitors will take part in the Whakarewarewa Forest this weekend.
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Sean Kavanagh appeared in the Rotorua District Court today.
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Three years on, Jason Bulter's family returns to his hometown to keep his memory alive.
Pawprint launches petition to ban fireworks sales
Pawprint petition launched to ban fireworks, protecting animals from distress
'Hopefully we can get it done': Steamers captain prepares for NPC final
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Rotorua Pink Walk
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Houses and jobs: Major new project to build 300 homes
At least 307 new dwellings are expected to be built on the land.
More Māori getting on property ladder on Māori land
'Any solutions to combat the housing crisis were welcome.'
'We're over it': Motorcycle business raided for 'fifth time in two years'
'You start thinking, is it worth carrying on a business with this happening all the time?'
Police send Mongrel Mob a clear message
Investigation stopped a marae drive-by shooting in Ōpōtiki.
Bars hope boost from Steamers' win 'bodes well' for long weekend
Steamers' historic run underlines support from some for a new stadium in central Tauranga.
Police update on the Operation Highwater investigation
Superintendent Tim Anderson and Detective Superintendent Greg Williams discuss the Operation Highwater investigation into alleged drug dealing by the Mongrel Mob Barbarians.
Major police probe prevents tangi shooting and attempted murder of rival gang member
Police seized illegal drugs and firearms and restrained assets worth $800k.
Council to review controversial road closure on 7th Ave
The council will look at options for 7th Ave, which became a cul-de-sac last May.
'Something out of CSI Miami': Lawyer says man accused of murder wasn't even there
Hamiora Bennett is one of nine people, mostly Mongrel Mob members, accused of murder.
'Couldn’t be more proud': School dance crew take top title
It is the third time the Zenith crew have won the overall title.
Supermarket closure 'unbelievable', 'devastating' says shoppers
Woolworths NZ says the final day is yet to be finalised.
Mark Lister: Analysts predict brighter future for shares amid easing rates
OPINION: For these past four years New Zealand has been an underperformer.
Electric atmosphere helps Bay of Plenty Steamers progress
A sea of yellow and blue went ecstatic at the final whistle.
'I will be forever sorry': Woman apologises after telling teen driver to run her partner over
Taku Paul was fatally run down during a fight with Ephron Ronaki about missing money.
Bay of Plenty book maiden NPC final spot
Bay of Plenty scored 24 unanswered points to reach their first final.
Dame Lynda Topp: Why she doesn't call cancer a battle, and loves a (pink) walk
'If you think of it as a battle, life will be a battle.'
'Big impact': What the return of cruise ships means for Tauranga
Local leaders welcome the economic prospects as the cruise season's first ship arrives.
Steamers v Canterbury: Activities at today's event
Excitement builds at Tauranga Domain as Bay of Plenty prepare to face Canterbury.
Murder-accused is 'Dorothy', not the 'Wicked Witch of the West’, defence tells jury
The jury got a taste of a classic fairy tale during Kiri Pini's defence closings today.
Mixed reaction as free period for alfresco dining fees extended
Tauranga City Council has extended the free outdoor dining period by six months.
Former MP named new Te Puia board chairman
'His experience in governance, management and business will be an asset.'
Edge of Glory: Shield heroes back Steamers to make history
Reflecting on the 2004 Shield win, past and present Steamers look ahead to the NPC semi.
'Life-changing': Mum can eat for first time in years after $250k surgery trip
'There was a time when I didn’t think I’d see my kids become teenagers.'
$25K lifeline for Rotorua conservation project
A $25,000 lifeline has been thrown to a hapū-led conservation project near Rotorua.
'They were not there to share drinks': Crown claims gang's deadly attack was retribution
The Crown has closed its case in the lengthy murder trial of nine Mongrel Mob members.
Iconic hot pools' opening time causing 'disharmony' – petitioner
"You could say ‘well, go to another pool’, but those are ... very uniquely different."