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'Grandstanding gets you nowhere': Mayor defends homeless stance

Letters between mayor Steve Chadwick and a Government minister reveal council frustration.

'Save our democracy': Protest against 'iwi co-governance' 'disappointing' - MP

"Co-governance is basically the antithesis of democracy," organisers say.

Taupō flat killing: Man struck flatmate with hammer, stabbed him four times

An altercation between two Taupō flatmates resulted in a man's death.

School leaders 'very much relieved' for increased access to RATs

Fifty nine per cent of schools in the Bay are managing Covid cases.

Sir Wira Gardiner leaves 'a legacy that cannot be measured'

"Not many...will ever make the kind of contribution to this country that Sir Wira did."

Taupō killing: Man admits manslaughter charge

William Capper was originally to stand trial on Monday for George Cross' murder.

Rural school pools vital to tackling NZ's 'tragic drowning rate' - principal

The Rotorua school has so far raised $850,000 for the project.

'I still cannot understand': New police shooting review upsets grieving relative

An aunt of a Rotorua man fatally shot by police has spoken about the ICPA's findings.

Horror highway attack: Victim critical as video shows biker gang swarming ute

Police confirm man got out of vehicle just before he was attacked.

'A magical place': Rainbow Springs staff mourn its demise

Ray Punter says his work at Rainbow Springs over 49 years has been 'a real joy'.

'Not scared:' Meet the liquor store owner who chases thieves

Charanjit Dhillon has gone from Bollywood choreographer to shop-owning ninja.

Revealed: The cost of pursuing Rotorua's Māori ward local bill

A mayoral candidate says it's a waste of time and money.

Taupō homicide: Police seek sightings of silver sedan

Police are seeking information about a car in relation to the homicide.

Think you have Covid but the RAT is negative? Here's what to do

Some people are testing negative up to six times before a positive result, doctor says.

'We need to get out!' Holidaymakers jump for their lives as van plummets down bank

"I can't even say I was scared because it happened so fast."

Taking stock: Why are some supermarket shelves empty?

Staffing and supply issues mean shoppers face difficulties buying grocery basics.