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Gravestones damaged in 'disgusting' act
Gravestones have been damaged at Kauae Cemetery this week.
Horror road: Two pedestrians hit days apart
Residents say there's more than one issue with the road.
Local Focus: Bats found hanging around the back of Rotorua Pak'nSave
Site becomes the third confirmed urban bat location in NZ. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Bats found hanging around the back of Rotorua Pak'nSave
Site becomes third confirmed NZ urban bat location. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
NZ Herald launches digital subscriptions for premium journalism, reveals pricing
NZME's digital subscriptions will showcase New Zealand's best journalism and commentary.
Local Focus: Whitebait numbers fritter away
Borrow pits rejuvenating the whitebait population. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Pedestrian seriously hurt after collision with vehicle
Te Ngae Rd is currently blocked and diversions are in place.
'Bubbly' teen won't walk again after crash
Oceana Cameron, 16, will spend the next few months in the spinal unit in Middlemore.
Rāhui in place at Sullivan Lake after toddler drowning
A rāhui has been placed on Sullivan Lake in Whakatāne.
Moutohorā Island re-opened for tours after man's death
Tours of Moutohorā Island had been suspended after a person was seriously injured.
Morrison whānau mourns a humble pillar of love
She received a Queen's Service Medal for Services to Maoridom, community, and whanau.
Decision to re-sign easy for Harris
Bay of Plenty hooker Nathan Harris has recommitted to New Zealand Rugby until 2021.
Council staff hope to meet toddler's family
Whakatāne councillors and staff want to offer condolences to family of drowned toddler.
Signs of rodents discovered on Mokoia Island
The island is a sanctuary for rare New Zealand birds and endangered wildlife.
World War II veterans unite 75 years after fighting together
John Woods and Eddie Smith are now found side-by-side at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
New Zealand First loses Tauranga stalwart Tommy Gear
Gear remembered for 'pivotal role he played in shaping New Zealand's political history'.
Local Focus: Rotorua Mayor has unfinished business
Chadwick wants 3rd term to finish what she started. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua Mayor has unfinished business
Chadwick wants 3rd term to finish what she started. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Mayoral runner-up aims for top spot
Reynold Macpherson discusses running for Rotorua Mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Mayoral runner-up aims for top spot
Reynold Macpherson on why he’s running again for Rotorua Mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Couple starved disabled man for nearly two years before he died
A Tokoroa couple have admitted starving a man with cerebral palsy who later died.
Black Ferns Sevens named for Japan
The Black Ferns Sevens have named their squad for the HSBC Kitakyushu Sevens.
New evidence prompts re-sentencing in stabbing case
Riingi Puni Mark's case has been sent back to the Rotorua District Court.
Family urged to take part in restorative justice
David Cox has pleaded guilty in relation to the deaths of three Rotorua Higgins workers.
Horror crash killed three Rotorua road workers: Man admits careless driving
A man is in Whakatāne District Court in relation to the deaths of three Higgins workers
Pedestrian in stable condition following crash last night
She has been transferred to Middlemore Hospital
Aerial 1080 improves kiwi chick survival - study
A study has shown 1080 aerial drops have had a positive affect on kiwi.
Teenage pedestrian critical after being hit by car in Rotorua
The incident took place around 6.30pm, police say.
Salesman convicted for secretly filming naked woman in motel spa
A man who secretly filmed a naked woman in a Rotorua motel spa has lost his appeal.
Motorcyclist's fatal crash: Wife's warning before last ride
He was tragically killed after a collision between his motorbike and a car.
14-man Rotoiti fall to Te Puna at home
Rotoiti were on the back foot after a red card to player/coach Wayne Ormond.
Rotorua: High-octane excitement
Rotorua has more than its share of thrills for the adventurous visitor.