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Sir Toby Curtis begins journey to final resting place

The nehu will begin at 12pm, with the burial following.

Ngahi Bidois: Through listening, looking and thinking we receive wisdom to speak

OPINION: Every ta moko is different and identifies the characteristics of the wearer.

Comment: Sir Toby had a way of making things happen

OPINION: Taa Toby left us to decide his legacy

Afraid of the power bill: Why some over 50s are struggling to make ends meet

'The day to day cost of living is stretching the single persons budget to breaking point.'

'He is a legend': Cliff Curtis devastated by uncle's death

Actor shares his memories of uncle Taa Toby on the first day of his tangi.

Cliff Curtis: Hollywood v home - the two sides of making movies

Cliff Curtis - an advocate for change in the New Zealand film industry.

Live: Tangihanga for Sir Toby Curtis at Rotoiti

The tangihana for the Te Arawa rangatira will begin today.

Sir Howard Morrison Centre: Opening weekend programme in the works

Janelle Bish and Hinerongonui Kingi excited for roles with Sir Howard Morrison Centre.

Crime 'action plan' meeting: Rotorua store owners rally against ram raids

The chair of the meeting says he hopes it can be a collaborative conversation.

Trauma counsellors: Ending bullying starts with 'treating it seriously'

Bay counsellors say some people carry the stigma of bullying at school into adulthood.

Is an auction the right choice for selling your home right now?

Auctions have not been 'flavour of the month' but auctioneer says that could soon change.

Why the council is advertising a new six-figure emergency housing manager's role

The council is looking to employ someone as an emergency housing programme manager.

Missing kayaker: Search for missing 18-year-old on Lake Rotorua continues

It has been three days since the man failed to return from his kayak.

'Scary and damning' report paints grim picture of state of Rotorua

The mayor says the Covid-19 pandemic exacerbated existing issues in the city.

'Taking advantage of us': Service stations affected by rise in fuel drive-offs

A top cop says fuel thefts jumped a quarter between January and April compared to 2021.

The Premium Debate: Mixed views on whether Tauranga's Uffindell should resign or stay

OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on MP, who's now been stood down from caucus.