Homeless motel woes: 'Peeing' on windows, fights and swinging metal baseball bats
There are fewer people living in homeless motels but some residents are still suffering.
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'Huge risk': Rotorua Mayor calls for urgent action after Loafers Lodge tragedy
Some accommodation providers have been described as unsafe.
'A taste of blood' - Dogs maul retiree's pet sheep, neighbour fears for kids
Brutal night-time attacks by dogs have left six sheep dead in Tikitere, Rotorua.
Letters: Citizens Advice Bureau plays an important role in our city
Opinion: Rotorua readers have their say.
'Not a friendly environment anymore': Off-lead dogs turn Redwoods into 'warzone'
The council's bylaws don't permit dogs to be off-lead in the Whakarewarewa Redwood forest.
Rotorua's Cyclone Gabrielle repair bill set to rise
Combined estimates from councils bring the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle to over $16m.
Western Bay estimates summer storm damages to cost between $15 to $20m
Tauranga City Council estimates the cyclone's damages to cost close to $400k.
Megan Wilson: Why I don’t like dogs - and why cats are so much better
OPINION: It's an unpopular opinion, but cats are so much better.
'Great news': Half-price fares net bumper bus patronage as 'refresh' gets under way
New bus routes, stops and shelters are coming amid bumper patronage.
'Absolutely disgusting': Is this the worst alleyway in Rotorua?
Mum says it is so bad her kids can't even walk through it anymore.
Revealed: More than $44k paid out to council staff in ACC claims
Soft tissue injuries are by far the most common ailment affecting Rotorua council staff.
Revealed: How working from home has drastically cut injuries at one workplace
Working from home has had a direct impact on workplace injuries.
Malfroy Rd isn't closing for three days: Council clarifies after sign 'confusion'
A confusing digital sign advising a three-day Malfroy Rd closure has been clarified.
Council pay outs for personal grievances revealed- but no apologies
Jobs losses and payouts: personal grievance claims at local councils revealed.
'Horrified': Bronze bust of tourism pioneer 'ripped out' of stand at Government Gardens
The council said it had deployed additional resources to help deter any similar offending.
Readers' views: Democracy will fail if left to rely on one person, one vote
Our readers have their say.
Woman spends 13 hours mowing council land after complaints fall on 'deaf ears'
"We just feel that this is a tourist town and the shop window is the sides of the roads."
'Difficult times': Rotorua council warned of $5.6m deficit, cuts to services may be proposed
"Unfortunately, things like mowing just won’t be able to be done."
'Assault on democracy': Council withdraws support of controversial Māori representation bill
The matter had already cost more than $146,000 in the lead-up to today's decision.
Withdraw or pursue? Fate of Māori wards bill on council table - $146k spent so far
This week, Rotorua's council will decide to either scrap or keep pursuing the paused bill.
As the number of homeless in motels halves, locals say Rotorua's positive ‘vibe’ is returning
Rotorua residents say there's a positive impact of having fewer homeless living in motels.
From 'absolutely nauseating' to 'heaven': Skid pad neighbour opposes its resurrection
The skid pad has been closed since 2018, but its owner is vying for its re-opening.
Five of 10 Rotorua councillors could be getting a near six-figure salary
Find out who is set to get the biggest slice.
'Momentous day' for hapū securing return of land from Rotorua Council
Rotorua hapū took a step closer to securing the return of land from Rotorua Lakes Council.
Local Focus: Potaua Biasiny-Tule on Candidate Camera
Community has bigger dreams than council, says Māori ward candidate Potaua Biasiny-Tule.
Local Focus: Lani Kereopa on Candidate Camera
Housing intensification in Māori communities is a concern for candidate Lani Kereopa.
Local Focus: Fletcher Tabuteau on Candidate Camera
Former NZ First MP turns his attention to local body politics and the race for mayoralty
Local Focus: Gregg Brown on Candidate Camera
Pig & Whistle owner Gregg Brown on why he decided to run for council.
Local Focus: Ben Sandford on Candidate Camera
Local lawyer Ben Sandford discusses his reasons for wanting to be the next Rotorua Mayor.
Local Focus: Land to be returned to Rotorua hapū
Council unanimous in decision to revoke reserve status. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Covid card experiment underway in Ngongotahā
Te Arawa's Covid card has the potential to save lives. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: After 20-year battle, finally lower speed limits for Mourea and Okere
Lower speeds mean fewer road deaths in rural Rotorua. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua lakes welcomes new toilet block
Budget bogs a model for other public toilets. Made with funding from NZ On Air.