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Healthcare in NZ needs 'radical rethinking' - experts
One in four New Zealanders have a chronic health condition.
'We’re not all the same': Event for neuro-diverse a chance to celebrate differences
'It’s not an easy thing to be in my own world all the time, to live inside my own box.'
Business digest: New One NZ concept store, new MRI, awards announced
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One person dead, four seriously injured in Taupō crash
The two-vehicle crash was reported at 9.10pm on Saturday.
Mark Lister: In defence of the Reserve Bank
Mark Lister thinks some of the criticism of the Reserve Bank is unfair
Dr Tony Farrell: Pay attention to attention disorders
OPINION: Not all ADHD patients need medication, but they need diagnosis and support.
Seniors reckon there's no fun in staying at home 'sawing sawdust'
'All around the bush, there are a lot of old fullas, and they're still going,' says Smith.
Opinion: Stuck in limbo on the elective surgery waiting list
OPINION: What it's like to be one of the thousands waiting to go under the knife.
'I just wanted to be stress-free': Why these business owners enjoy working from home
"People are now more comfortable working from home, following extended lockdowns ..."
'Breathless not helpless': 81-year-old coach encourages Kiwis to look after their lungs
Kawerau's Annette Reece shares her story as Covid-19 hospitalisations rise.
Fighting for Rotorua: What are some solutions to the housing crisis?
What will it take to fix Rotorua's - and New Zealand's - housing crisis?
First donations trickling in for foodbank Christmas appeal
The first week of the Rotorua Daily Post Christmas Appeal for 2022 has had a great start.
'Cherish this gift': Organ donor's parents meet man they believe has their son's heart
'It was pure coincidence we found him.'
Fraudster's Rotorua crime spree targets food, firewood and petrol
Man's crime spree started on July 31 last year when he hired a Toyota Hilux.
'Last resort': Why more people are withdrawing their KiwiSaver
'Household income isn't sufficient to live on' some middle- to high-wage earners discover.
SH1 closed near Karapiro reopens after serious crash
Vehicle accidents have disrupted traffic on Bay roads as heavy rain pounds some areas.
No golden end for Hayden Wilde as Comm Games appeal dismissed
Hayden Wilde's Commonwealth Games silver won't be upgraded to gold.
Murder accused's name suppression lapses for Mourea shooting
Korrey Whyman's murder accused was granted name suppression until today.
Stream crossing writes off couple’s electric car
They say they have given up on the idea of an electric or hybrid vehicle.
Sonya Bateson: Grocery shopping is grim. No wonder families are doing it hard
OPINION: It’s hard to keep trimming the fat when even cheese is a distant dream.
Three new police dog teams graduate
Constable Tyson and patrol dog Preston from Rotorua are one of three graduating teams.
Rich history the focus of Local Heritage Week
Rotorua's Local Heritage Week 2022 will run from November 21 to November 27.
Paul Hickey can't wait for the eighth Fill the Bus to roll around
Paul Hickey has been part of Fill the Bus for the Salvation Army foodbank since the start.
Opinion - Paul Hickey: Fill the Bus, Christmas traditions, sausage sizzle tour
Paul Hickey discusses Fill the Bus, Christmas traditions, and a sausage sizzle tour.
Speed, spectacular jumps, smiles: Wrap on Crankworx Rotorua 2022
Event director thinks one of the most challenging weather weeks Crankworx Rotorua has had.
Rotorua Lakes High School student passionate about choreography
The Willy Wonka dance production will be performed on December 11 in two shows.
Bowls and BBQ a winner for tamariki
More than 60 locals took to the bowling green for the Bowls and BBQ fundraiser event.
Jo Raphael: We need public buy-in to drive green initiatives
OPINION: The way forward is to make green initiatives attractive.
Watch: Mike King's big shout out to local playcentre
King has sent a touching video to a tiny community for its big donation.
16-hour days on the frontline: Rotorua firefighter given 'rare and special honour'
Kiwi firefighter's long days fighting Aussie bush fires acknowledged.
Prison terms reduced for gang leaders jailed for drug dealing
Jail terms for gang leaders imprisoned for drug dealing have been reduced. But why?
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Cultures explore common ground
Kāhu ki Rotorua: First Nations team looks closer at Māori solution.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Victory lies with the women of Oruareimokoroa
Oruareimokoroa was a stronghold that stood bravely to the west of Rotorua.