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Fleet murders: Two men sentenced for killing of Rotorua uncle and nephew
Pair jailed for their role in the deaths of Raymond and James Fleet.
Mountain bike brings joy to boy after cancer battle
Thorin Nelson was diagnosed with cancer five years ago and lost his father in 2016, too.
'Heart in her hands' as woman ran from suspicious man
Multiple reports of a man approaching women in the Redwoods has community scared.
Logging business to pay worker $20,000
Failing to call an ambulance for a staff member has cost a company $20,000.
Peter Williams: The internet has compromised justice in Grace Millane case
COMMENT: There's been many disturbing moments in the aftermath of Grace's death.
Local Focus: Kaaterama is the next big Māori superstar
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Local Focus: Is this Aotearoa's next big Māori superstar?
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Trio jailed over death of Kinloch man
Whakapumatanga Clarke, Daniel Chase, and Cody Griffin were sentenced in Rotorua.
Mamaku woman mourning her shot 'guide cat'
June Farndon said the shootings were a "criminal act and sadistic, unwarranted violence".
$25m announced for Eastern Bay
More than $25m of funding has been announced for Eastern Bay of Plenty
Multi-million dollar build planned for Scion
'Our intent is to open it up to the public and showcase what we do.'
Dog stolen from inside owner's vehicle
Whakatane couple Lorna and Cliff Walker are gutted after their dog was taken today.
'We are turning into a zombie town', says publican
Unruly 'streeties' prompt call to move night shelter.
More arrests as police target Rotorua meth ring
Three more people have been arrested as Rotorua police crack down on methamphetamine.
Monster trout released into Lake Rotorua
Anglers have been given the chance to chase monster-sized trout in Lake Rotorua.
Severe thunderstorm watch for Bay of Plenty
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for the Bay of Plenty today.
Operation Centurion trio imprisoned
Operation Centurion was centred around the Head Hunters gang and methamphetamine supply.
Proposed new trust aims to revive rescue chopper service
From November 1, Rotorua has been covered by helicopters in Taupō, Tauranga and Hamilton.
Damning report on Rotorua floods: 'Could have reduced known flood risk'
An independent review panel into the April floods has released its report.
Brothers to walk bride down aisle after father's death
John Lickfold was supposed to be giving his daughter away this weekend.
Crash victim Hollie Snell expected to make full recovery
Hollie Snell has a long road ahead but is expected to make a full recovery.
Inquest hears mother of three crashed into truck carrying house
A Lower Hutt mother died when her vehicle smashed into a truck carrying a house.
Multimillion-dollar upgrade for Rotorua resort
Rotorua's visitor industry is spending big bucks to re-invest.
Robbed BP staff 'quite shaken'
Two men armed with a gun have robbed a Rotorua fuel station overnight.
Suspected pet cat killer on loose in Mamaku
Animal welfare inspector Talia Jenkins said the cats' injuries were "horrific".
All Blacks Sevens go down to South Africa at Cape Town Sevens
All Blacks Sevens finish last sevens campaign of the year.
Man dies in car from medical emergency
A person is in a critical condition outside Lakes Primecare in Rotorua.
Driving programme aims to keep offenders out of prison
Supporters says getting a driving licence is a key step to keeping people out of prison.
Three men who attempted to dig up body sentenced
Shannon Apirana, Sebastien Wineera and Ryan Lingman were sentenced.
Taxi driver sentenced for indecent assault
Judge Maree McKenzie handed down a sentence including four months' home detention.
Rotorua murder-accused remanded without plea
Jason Wiremu Poihipi faces a murder charge in Rotorua.
Arrest after motel fire in Rotorua
Two people arrested in relation to a fire at a Rotorua motel early this morning.