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Wet, wet, wet: Rain warning for BoP as more tropical weather looms
An orange rain warning begins at 10am, lasting until 3am Friday.
Why an outspoken leader is resigning and returning to Rotorua
Haehaetu Barrett is leaving Lifewise after 15 years for a 'new adventure' at home.
Rotorua land once earmarked for bypass set for new development
The land was initially planned for the Rotorua Eastern Arterial.
Trainer John Bell optimistic as Cleese resumes at Arawa Park
The gelding returns to racing at Arawa Park on Wednesday after a nine-month break.
New heights: Skyline Enterprises' pre-tax profit doubles to $61m
The business' operations in Queenstown have reached new heights, but its casino is down.
Fresh weather warnings issued for BoP
Up to 180mm of rain is expected in areas east of Whakatāne.
'Where I needed to be': US high school the right move for Kiwi basketballer
Elijah Fonotia committed to Harford Community College to advance his basketball career.
'It’s a big deal': Young gamers chase international esports glory
Primary school Rocket League players qualify for major tournament finals in Australia.
UK comedian Bill Bailey's new tour heads to NZ
He'll perform in 13 centres, including Rotorua on November 21.
Giant-killers: Liston College's dramatic rise in Auckland 1A rugby
Rotorua Boys' retained the Moascar Cup, defeating Napier 29-7 in wet conditions.
High-profile Tauranga retail site sold for $18.6m to local investors
The site houses Noel Leeming, Animates, Elite Fitness, and Chemist Warehouse.
'Bad advice': Hipkins reflects on Labour's Rotorua housing challenges
Hipkins said Labour's next campaign will focus on jobs, health, and homes.
What’s the market mood at the midpoint?
OPINON: It has been a big six months and there's plenty more to come.
80,000 books: Library service reaches schools, rest homes and young offenders
Some customers have been using the service for more than 20 years.
Is it a toastie if it's shaped like a Jenga block?
Filled with prawn, looking like sushi – an eatery thinks it's onto an NZ toastie winner.
Claim councils 'bullied' into pursuing joint water services
'Leave us alone': One councillor's message to the Government.
Roads cut off, homes evacuated in the south as Auckland hit by thunderstorms
Severe weather hits as school holidays begin, with evacuations in Marlborough.
'A win for Tarawera': Sewerage connection cost lowered to $36k per household
An additional $4.685m has been committed to the scheme by the Government and two councils.
Cover-up alleged in motorbike manslaughter case
One man is charged with manslaughter, and another with being an accessory after the fact.
'Scaring me': Heavy rain brings flooding
'My whole back section’s flooded, it’s coming up to my back door step.'
Watch: The latest highlights from this year's Smokefreerockquest and Showquest
More exciting performances from talented up-and-coming musicians around the country.
Geothermal baths with silica terraces planned for BoP town
The project includes an 'attractive bath complex' using geothermal fluids.
Finished: 25 new Kāinga Ora homes ready for Rotorua families
The project has employed about 300 tradespeople, mostly from Rotorua, since October 2023.
'I’ve got kids .. a career and a mortgage': How this woman beat cancer twice
Her first diagnosis at age 15 inspired a career in radiation therapy.
From a pig pen to home ownership: Jeannie Maano's migrant journey
'I had to grab any option. It was survival of the fittest.'
'It's a bit unnerving': Jewel heist leaves store owner on edge
Police tracked the stolen jewellery to Rotorua pawn shops.
'We're pinching ourselves': Inside Christchurch's new theatre marvel
Frank: Stories from the South, episode 7: The Court Theatre – Back Centre Stage.
'Fringe groups’: Local politicians to get home security funding as threats increase
More abuse means they'll be eligible for funded home security systems up to $4500.
Man accused of hit-and-run manslaughter appears in court
Riki Ronald Edward Lum appeared in the Hamilton District Court today.
Second person charged after deaf and blind man's death in alleged hit-and-run
The man has been charged with being an accessory after the fact to manslaughter.
Feral goats' days numbered in 'unique' conservation park
An eradication programme has won a $750,000 government grant to get it started.
'Significant problem': Business owners clash with CBD homeless
'We have watched clients pull up and then drive away.'