King's Birthday Honours from around Rotorua and the Bay of Plenty.

Fans of The Country may also notice a familiar name from the field of broadcasting.

It's June and right about now you're thinking of the perfect winter break.

Ten couples will dance in Life Education Trust fundraiser.

"Everyone thinks they know the laws ... underline ‘thinks’."

Tairawhiti's two Hereford cattle studs put up 50-plus young bulls next week.

Road maintenance work by TREC will continue uninterrupted - NZTA.

'I think we should just soldier on and see where it lands.': District councillor

'This messaging was completely wrong and has caused undue stress.'

'Activity is picking up for the housing market as we move into autumn.'

Introduction to civil construction machinery and skills a hit for 40-50 Coast girls.

Piano Extravaganza XIV debuts local composer's latest work, arranged for eight hands.

Readers' views on hot topics in the region.

Eclectic artworks part of new exhibition at Gisborne's HOEA! Gallery.

Characters battle it out on stage to win the ultimate prize.

East Coast MP says Budget shows commitment to cyclone recovery.

'We come from greatness, we were born into greatness, we are greatness.'

Her secret to longevity? No smoking or drinking plus lots of fruit, veges and family time.

It is the second event organised in response to the Government's actions.

The Weet-Bix Try Challenge is being held at five schools across the area this week.

OPINION: Gisborne councillors must insist on no debt or rates increases being applied.

Accused facing intentional damage, wilful damage in same location.

'An impressive demonstration of collaboration and innovation in construction.'

Winners of speech event advance to national level; over 500 attended.

'The lower limits have been in response to community needs and safety considerations.'