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Local Focus: Rotorua community returns to catfish hunting
Two catching sites have re-opened, one is brand new. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Better late than never - Ruapehu snowmaking under way
An extra-busy season is expected for local businesses. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: It's showtime for theatres in Tauranga
Tauranga Mayor first in line for Baycourt's reopening. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Makeover for deadly highway
State Highway 51 is getting big changes. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rugby and redemption in Ngongotaha
From just four senior players. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Testing times for testers
Testing time was good business for water testers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Pāpāmoa Catholic school unveils principal
New school in Golden Sands on track for February 2021. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Row within Tauranga council escalates
Criticisms and accusations traded between elected members. Made with NZ On Air funding.
Local Focus: Skyline Rotorua relishes strong return
The tourism outlet has put safety first to remain open. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Business successes star in video series
100% Sweet launches youth employment initiative. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Iconic hotel a hit with Kiwis
Deals at the Chateau Tongariro attracting holidaymakers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: End of the road for Our Place?
Council votes to close pop-up container site. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Tourism stats show promise for bed and breakfast owners
Good news for bed and breakfast owners. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua school principals reflect on returning to school
Only 80% of students returned to classrooms in Level 2. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Kiwis rediscovering the joys of campgrounds
Big turnout expected for Queen's Birthday weekend. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Safety campaign targets duckshooting
Every 'accident' was avoidable. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Glorious weather for boats
Record boaties head out after lockdown. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Totara Street embraces crowdfunding campaign
Mount Maunganui music venue faces uncertainty. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Te Puia arts and crafts staff delighted with Govt investment
$7.6 million injected to preserve the institute. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Kawerau safeguards economic future
'Kawerau Pathways' getting the young ones into work. Made with funding by NZ On Air
Local Focus: First weekend at level 2 brings people out to enjoy the sun and shopping
"It's a pity we're having to go back really". Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua churches campaign against level 2 rules
Ministers hope to increase gatherings to 100. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua hopes to keep locals 'in their element'
The stay-local campaign aims to keep local tourism alive. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Crowds gone from Tongariro Crossing so now's the time
COVID 19 puts NZ walks in a time warp. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Why 20,000 'pedestrians' visited a Hawke's Bay beach community during lockdown
A mysterious success story led to a Covid crackdown. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: May is ME/CFS awareness month, so what is it?
No end to lockdown for ME sufferers. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Pubs prepare for level 2
Not a party but pub owners want their 'family' back. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua business owner positive despite trials
Vandalism and love in Rotorua. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Foodbanks and commercial kitchens to the rescue
Fresh veg and restaurant quality food for those in need. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Napier resort to grow but rates to rise with relief for some
Some people "can still afford to pay their rates". Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: 'It has been a hell of a drag', farmers look forward to the end of lockdown
Covid-19 seen as a chance to improve agriculture's image. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Ūpokongaro ready when you are
New footbridge means pub and cafe will gain more locals. Made with funding from NZ On Air.