National Party leader Todd Muller has minor surgery
It comes as the Prime Minister was busy in his own Bay of Plenty territory.
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Cricketer on Black Lives Matter: I acted when I was abused in NZ
Jofra Archer says he always been an advocate of speaking out against inequality.
How emergency services coped with island eruption
"I told them there'd be no pissing around, no gawking ... just get in and do our job."
Trust buys staff Rotorua holiday home to show appreciation
The trust says it hopes other companies will look at new ways to support employees.
Murderous May: Spike in homicides following Covid-19 lockdown
Thirteen people have been killed by others since Covid-19 level 4 lockdown ended.
From the chief executive: Early 'reactivation' of tourism vital says airport CEO
View from the top: Innovative products will help stimulate inter-regional domestic travel.
From the chief executive: Prioritise buying local and NZ made - Andrew La Grouw
View from the top: "We need authorities to be proactive."
One dead after motorbike, car crash near Whakatāne
White Pine Bush Rd (SH2) was closed after the crash at 6.20pm yesterday.
Tourism leaders say collaboration, domestic travel key
View from the top: "We need Kiwis to explore their own backyard."
Big Read: Two dead as mayhem comes out of lockdown
Out of lockdown, violence has returned with a month of murderous mayhem.
From the chief executive: International education industry key to economic recovery
View from the top: Fourie says our region won't benefit from a one-size-fits-all approach.
From the chief executive: Use existing expertise to help country recover - Scion's Julian Elder
View from the top: Circular economy offers great opportunity for New Zealand's future.
From the chief executive: Red Stag's Marty Verry advocates for wood first policy
View from the top: Verry says this is a chance to embrace wood first policies fully.
White Island Tours 'couldn't have been a safer company' says former mayor
Whakaari six months on: "What's happened, it's just a tragedy."
'$5 too much to be affordable': Calls for removal of prescription 'tax'
Prescription fee's are not bettering health outcomes, professionals believe.
Volcano victims considering suing White Island Tours
Whakaari eruption victims had already hired the firm to sue cruise line Royal Caribbean.
Local Focus: Skyline Rotorua relishes strong return
The tourism outlet has put safety first to remain open. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Skyline Rotorua relishes strong return
The tourism outlet has put safety first to remain open. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Dr Lance O'Sullivan on smashing car window: 'I'm regretful'
'I regret the fact I let my frustrations on that evening boil over'.
Former New Zealander of the Year charged with intentional damage
Dr Lance O'Sullivan allegedly damaged driver's window of a vehicle in Rotorua in March.
'We haven't experienced need this great': Rotorua charity feeding 3000 mouths a week
Many people just needed a top-up in such a difficult time, a charity director said.
'Scumbag' thieves target carpet and curtains
Thieves have ripped up newly laid carpet and new curtains from an empty house.
Council to pass Taupo waters monitoring to Tūwharetoa
The board could be the first iwi authority to have functions transferred from a council.
Waihau Bay murder-accused appears in court
The 56-year-old was arrested at the scene after police were called at 1.30am yesterday.
'I'm angry, I'm pissed off': Adesanya's powerful protest speech
Powerful images have emerged of UFC star Israel Adesanya at Black Lives Matter protest.
Mt Tauhara victim 'generous person' and member of Muslim community
A spokesman for the community said her husband was heartbroken.
Dentists run off their feet but fear rapid drop-off
There are fears people will put off essential treatment causing problems down the track.
Man arrested after body found at Waihau Bay address
A 56-year-old man was arrested at the scene.
Local Focus: Tourism stats show promise for bed and breakfast owners
Good news for bed and breakfast owners. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Tourism stats show promise for bed and breakfast owners
Good news for bed and breakfast owners. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'Appetite for change': What the Rotorua CBD needs to rejuvenate
"We need to build a city for our mokopuna ... rather than the one we are attached to."
Watch: Dramatic police shootout caught on camera
Footage includes cops shooting out the back window of car being stolen.
Police investigation continues after gunshots in Mamaku, Bay of Plenty
Cordons were in place around 7.40am with multiple units at the scene.
John Stone signs off after 38 years as an Advocate photographer
John Stone has many tales to tell after working at the Northern Advocate for 38-years.