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Police at a Rotorua address linked to homicide
Investigations are underway at a Russell Cres address in Rotorua where two people were critically injured and believed to be linked to a woman's death at a separate address.
Meet pilots, view aircraft at Rotorua Airport open day
There will be aircraft to see, flights to buy, exhibitions to see and pilots to meet.
91-year-old competitor Henry Parkinson promises to return 'if I survive'
1950s Māori All Black Henry Parkinson still aiming high at Kaumātua Games
'Voice in a million' silenced after cancer battle
Legendary singer Eddie Low had a voice like no other.
Homicide probe in Rotorua after woman found dead, two critically injured
Police believe the incidents are linked and one person is assisting with inquiries.
From Mayfair to Malfroy: Rotorua gets its own Monopoly board
Which attractions, landmarks, geothermal wonders and businesses will feature on the board?
'Huge difference': Twenty-eight 'affordable' rentals to be built
'This new development will also free up much-needed rental accommodation.'
How scientists aim to model volcanic ashfall from the next major NZ eruption
Scientists are developing a smart new model to forecast damage from ashfall in real time.
'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.
Council supports lake sewerage project continuing
Councillors voted to support project continuing in public-excluded part of meeting.
'Coming home': Rotorua Boys' High appoints new principal
Former head boy and staff member returns for the top job.
'Keep that flame alight': How rising teen beat the odds and wrote a song about it
Why Nikau Grace's latest single is a bit special.
Meth, guns and cash seized after search warrants
A 45-year-old from Tokoroa is due to appear in court tomorrow.
Dogs are 'family': Why vet says city's decades-old ban should go
He has set out to 'champion the good dogs and the good people'.
'Ripped to shreds': Woman mauled by three dogs calls for harsher penalties
Victim lobbies for stricter rules and enforcement after horror attack.
Homage to a legend: New mural takes shape in Rotorua CBD
Taumata Solomon pays homage to kapa haka legend Wetini Mitai Ngatai.
The team trying to protect youngsters from sexual assault
Tauranga City rolls out child protection prevention programme We Can Keep Safe
'It takes a village' to support a mum who's lost a baby
Without any prenatal warning baby Connor died at just one hour old.
McClay to meet Aussie counterpart in Rotorua
Pair to meet the annual Closer Economic Relations (CER) Trade Ministers’ meeting.
Shot man's sister says bail checks 'would have broken most people'
Stephens was described as 'smart', 'generous' and 'kind'.
Cultural bail check approach may have avoided fatal shooting - psychiatrist
'He was pushed beyond his tolerance.'
Taking the cake: How to enjoy cafe food at discount prices
Waste minimising app launches in Rotorua.
'Gutting': Charity garage sale may be canned after alleged burglary
It has raised more than $100,000 for local charities over the years.
New lifejacket rule aims to minimise deaths on the water
Bay of Plenty boaties will need to don a lifejacket in boats under 6m while underway.
NZCT kicks in $21,060 for football project
Ngongotahā AFC's Community Football Project is set to benefit from the grant.
Millions awarded to combat invasive gold clam
The gold clam was found in the Waikato River in May last year.
'Horrendous noise': Hunt neighbour '100% sick of' hounds howling at 2am
'I don’t want to be a grumpy neighbour, I don’t begrudge anyone their sport.'
'Troubles me': Shooting inquest probes police lethal force 'threshold'
'Is incapacitation a nicer way of saying lethal force or killing?'
Watch: SH2 reopens following slip that fell on three vehicles
The slip came down on three vehicles at Waiotahe Beach.
'Massive': Why Jetstar flights are good news for Tauranga and Rotorua
Flights to two Australian cities will soon be available closer to home.
'One shot would have been plenty': Inquest into death of man shot by police resumes
'It's not a given that the first shot will do the job.'