Coronavirus sparks racism: 'Send all the Chinese back to where they came from'
'Everyone's bound to be a bit frightened but that's no excuse to be racist.'
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A student is in isolation at Auckland Hospital awaiting coronavirus test results.
Fourth person tested for coronavirus in Rotorua
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Teen killer: Why he was sent back to jail
Here's what the New Zealand Parole Board decision said about him.
Coronavirus warning to NZ schools: Keep students away for 14 days
Any at-risk children or teachers should stay away for 14 days.
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The star is known for her television show Tidying Up with Marie Kondo.
Coronavirus: Chance of NZ getting case 'high' as tourists tested in hospital
Rotorua has been the centre of a scare of the deadly coronavirus.
Taupō arsons: Local hapū invited to hui with police
The hui will be an opportunity to reassure and tautoko each other.
Renowned Māori health leader Ngaroma Grant fighting cancer
She has been best known for her leadership of Te Arawa Whānau Ora in the past decade.
Early childhood teacher shortage as trainee numbers drop
Region to start school year with almost 40 early childhood job vacancies.
'No problems selling it' - Buyers rush for $127,000 derelict property
"I've had probably 15 calls in the last two days with this thing," the agent gasped.
'It's about appropriate dress': Mall fires back after woman in bikini booted
Tauranga mall to investigate after woman in bikini top says she was kicked out.
'Keeps playing in my mind': Woman describes horror of fatal crash scenes
Two people died in separate crashes near Taupō overnight, one following a police pursuit.
Family First backs mother 'horrified' by naked swimmers
"These 'show-ponies' should be told to cover up and do it at home," Bob McCoskrie said.
Man charged after fatal crash near Taupō
The second crash will be investigated by the Independent Police Conduct Authority.
Tolley proud of achievements as East Coast MP
Tolley eyes Speaker's job in next election and will go on list.
Watch: Air NZ hostess sings to passengers in incredible performance
"She was charming, gracious, vivacious and the passengers appreciated her."
'Particularly sinister' acts land kidnapper in prison
Blaine Maney comes from an "entrenched" Mongrel Mob family and has nearly 200 convictions.
Fourteen naked swimmers leave Taupō mother 'horrified'
"I just thought it was disgraceful ... They thought it was funny as."
Local Focus: Advocates rebuke council approach to homelessness
Leaked documents show council intentions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Whānau Ora head warns minister over funding allocation
It comes as distinguished Māori leaders seek an urgent Waitangi Tribunal hearing.
Rotorua's regional economic confidence soaring
'There seems to be a lot happening in Rotorua.'
'Off we run': Family flee from Waihi campsite after unexplained siren
It was only later they found out the alarm was, in fact, a false alarm
Police search for missing man continues
Police are appealing for any information about the missing Scott Beattie.
Hei Matau Paddlers embody club spirit
The club won perhaps the most meaningful award at the 2020 Waka Ama Sprint Championships.
Local Focus: Defib dairy could be a lifesaver in Hamurana
Defibs installed in Hamurana and East Rotoiti. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Defib dairy could be a lifesaver in Hamurana
Defibs installed in Hamurana and East Rotoiti. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Old hospitals leave patients and staff in pain
Risks identified include "extreme" age of buildings that aren't fit for purpose.
'There is plenty of opportunity': Apartment living could revitalise Rotorua CBD experts say
There are six apartment blocks in the Rotorua CBD. But we need more, say experts.
Fans flock to Waihī to watch Super Rugby teams in action
But it's the Blues who earned bragging rights ahead of their round one Super Rugby clash.
Just Jeans assistant 'yelled at' doctor's toddler, apology sought
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Back in the mix: Blyde returns from injury
The Black Ferns Sevens welcome back some real firepower for the Hamilton Sevens.