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The two-day Cadenza competition finishes with a Gala Concert the public can enjoy.
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They are articulate, driven and want to have their say.
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"We've seen a huge increase in the amount of vandalism we've had to deal with."
BOP to reap greatest reward from Govt promise of 8000 new homes
About $180million of infrastructure funding has been given to councils across the country.
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David Seymour wants apology from Rawiri Waititi over karaka seeds joke
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'Rotorua as a dumping ground': Four fires in 7 months at emergency accommodation
'The Government's using Rotorua as a dumping ground for people needing emergency housing.'
Death in the air: Hundreds sent to an early grave
New figures reveal just how the Bay's air impacts health.
More elderly taking up funeral insurance amid rising burial costs
Funeral directors are also calling on the Government for greater financial support.
Emergency housing motel manager described as 'hero' during fire
A fire at an emergency housing motel has resulted in one person being injured.
Mask use drops 'off a cliff': What shoppers, retailers say
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'Historic day' as council committee takes step to return land to iwi
The final decision will go before the council, 68 years after the land was taken.
Homeless hotel: Support staff moved off site due to safety fears
A social services provider has raised serious questions about a Fenton St hotel.
'PR stunt': Mobsters warn gang crackdown could spark more violence
Taking items by force may only increase anger and 'inflame' the situation.
Teen mum classes still going strong after 20 years
Te Āhuru Mōwai is still supporting teen māmā to achieve goals while raising babies.
Dream your big dreams is the kaupapa
"We want them to take up the challenge to dream and reach their own potentials."
Dj aims for great mix of music, graffiti, culture
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Carved house Tiki a legacy from no-nonsense ruruhi
Tiki was one of four prominent carved gateways that once protected Ohinemutu.
SH1 closed: One dead in two-vehicle crash near Taupō
Emergency services were called to the scene just before 10am.
'Hate speech': Couple fear for safety after homophobic abuse
'It was disgusting and really offensive'.
Family's car rammed in terrifying road rage experience
The whānau in the vehicle described their terror during the ordeal.
'A gift from the universe': Rotorua matriarch Lady Kuia Morrison farewelled
Despite rain and cold weather hundreds attended her tangi and nehu.
'More holistic view of education': Principals reflect on 2021 NCEA results
"It just has been harder for students to build consistent success."
'One of our very best has now gone': Mourning Lady Kuia Morrison
'She can rest now knowing that her mokopuna have picked up the rākau.'
Waka Kotahi's billion-dollar blowout on roading projects
Only one of the eight projects has not increased in budget or completion date.
'A great loss': Lady Kuia Morrison dies aged 84
The renowned Rotorua matriarch died over the weekend.