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Watch: MP ordered to leave Parliament after quizzing Health Minister

The Rotorua MP asked Health Minister Andrew Little about ICU beds in the Lakes DHB.

'Enough is enough': Retired top cop speaks out over fears for son

Former top cop Gary Smith feels he has no choice to speak up for the sake of Rotorua.

Early learning sector in 'dire straits' before mandate

The Covid-19 vaccine mandate deadline ended yesterday.

'A disaster waiting to happen': Four ICU beds for population of 116,000

DHB chief describes the situation as 'very concerning'.

Money-laundering trial: 'I was afraid to leave him because I thought I would die'

Paula Toleafoa has taken the stand in her defence in her trial.

Covid 'washing over the entire country': Tauranga could have cases this week, DHB says

The health board chief is warning people Covid-19 could be in Tauranga this week.

'The day we knew would come is here': Covid cases in Rotorua

Contact tracing for the two cases is under way.

D-day for teacher jabs - unvaxxed not allowed at school tomorrow

Teachers face a big decision today as the no jab, no job mandate comes into effect.

'More carrot': 'Unconventional' approach needed to lift Māori vax rates

'I don't think we've got an ice cube's chance in hell of even getting to 90.'

Money laundering trial: Large deposits made across 31 bank accounts - expert

A jury is to decide if Paula Toleafoa knew cash she was spending was drug money.

Drug money laundering trial: Abusive calls played to jury

Police forensic accountant gives evidence in Paula Toleafoa's trial.

Seven months in, no job descriptions for seven deputy CEOs

An employment lawyer has labelled the delay 'unusual'.

Kidnapped, bound, beaten: Gang women bash victim over drug debt

They kidnapped her twice and violently beat her over alleged stolen methamphetamine.

Two bore casings failed in three weeks - coincidence or sign of more action?

A volcanologist explains why bore casings fail.

Three Waters mandate upset: Mayors draft joint letter to PM

The mayor is still considering whether to sign a letter calling for a meeting with the PM.

Internal investigation under way after youths try to escape Oranga Tamariki facility, prompting police callout

An incident at Rotorua's Youth Justice Centre is under investigation.