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Jason Momoa’s special gift from Rotorua and what it means
Momoa's Rotorua show was opened by Mayor Tania Tapsell, who presented him with a gift.
Emergency motel issues 'significantly worse' if contracts end now – Ministry
The Government wants to keep operating them for another year.
'Bulls***' call as Rotorua council agrees lease offer for golf land
A controversial guillotine clause remains.
'Long overdue': Accessibility advocate backs 400% parking fine increase
He says the new fine, set to go live October 1, is a step in the right direction.
Taking the cake: How to enjoy cafe food at discount prices
Waste minimising app launches in Rotorua.
'Serious concerns' over potential motel conversions for housing in Rotorua
Rotorua's mayor is worried motels could be turned into housing.
'Crap to cash': Start-up nominated for breakthrough technology
The significance of these achievements is "massive".
$125k of funding available for Rotorua rural projects
Community encouraged to submit proposals for consideration.
City with 'best water' looks at how best to deliver it
New laws mean councils need to review how best to provide water services.
Dogs allegedly involved in attack held by authorities
“We have also been in regular contact with the injured person’s whānau."
'New home for heavy industry': New Rotorua industrial park taking shape
Civil work began in June with sections due to be ready by July next year.
Pipeline work halted after sacred site protest
The council says it needs more direct discussion with iwi and mana whenua.
'Locked out': Pipeline protestors met with cameras, fencing
A protestor says they are occupying their own land and have no plans to stop.
Community housing provider sought to take on pensioner flats
It hopes it will lead to better outcomes for its tenants.
'We’re not here to censor them': Council adds public forums for first time
Speakers will have to stick to rules, however.
A 'crackhead…rampage': Govt applies to extend 7 Rotorua emergency housing motels
Consent sought for 7 contracted emergency motels to continue a further year.
'Not a socialist charity': How $35k bike cage at state housing site was funded
The storage cage designer was given a brief to design something no one could break into.
'This isn't about cuts': Rotorua's council proposes restructure
It announced the change process on Friday after meeting staff.
'Hugely inappropriate': $110k trial gives Kāinga Ora tenants free use of e-bikes
NZTA says a library of e-bikes and pushbikes is having 'significant positive impacts'.
Fresh attempt to halt fluoridation works in Rotorua fails
It comes as orders to treat more of the city's supplies are considered.
'Critical time': Decision on golf course lease delayed
If approved, one option could mean it gets a year's notice to get off the green.
Councillor cites Nazi experiments in fluoride debate
Robert Lee said the lesson from Nuremberg was 'informed consent'.
'Quite emotional': Thousands gather at Lakefront to watch Matariki drone show
Rotorua's lakefront lit up in celebration of the Māori new year.
Three, two, one, jump! Children make a splash at opening of leisure pool
The mayor described it as years in the making.
Aquatic Centre indoor leisure pool to reopen after delays
The indoor facility was initially due to reopen last month.
Rotorua Museum restoration secures extra funding, construction set to start
A project years in the making, the museum is set to be humming with activity very soon.
'We'll f***ing kill you': Claims of death threat in clash over sacred lake
The response: 'You're gonna take that tapu home with you'