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70-year-old proves it's never to late to learn to ride a bike

The regret of the stubborn child who said no: 70 years later he learns to ride a bike.

State Highway crumbles into river as wild weather continues

State Highway 35 between Ōpōtiki and Gisborne is now officially closed.

The programme helping at-risk youth find 'meaningful employment'

Inside the youth programme helping kids on struggle street find meaningful employment.

Nearly 450 submissions received about proposal to use reserves for housing

It was revealed in April the council was proposing to turn 10 reserve sites into housing.

What a legend! Steven Adams' humble NZ airport act stuns fan

'He is a perfect example of class having nothing to do with wealth and status.'

Visitors return to Ruapehu, but where is the snow?

A lack of snow has meant a slightly rocky start for Ruapehu's ski season.

Top cop: Māori have to work together to sort gang problems and crime

Police Deputy Commissioner Wally Haumaha believes iwi, hapū and whānau hold the key.

10,320 Covid cases and 34 virus-related deaths; 744 people in hospital

It was hoped the school holidays would act as a circuit breaker, but figures remain high.

Dune erosion at BoP beach 'just nature's course', says Council

A Pikowai local says the erosion is worse than before.

Mayoral candidate wants to rejuvenate city

The candidate promises strong leadership and a fresh collaborative approach.

A speeder, an argument and his gun licence: Why police said sorry to businessman

The man was stopped by police - and three days later he got a letter that shocked him.

'Wreak havoc': Job losses feared as new build inquiries plunge by up to 80 per cent

'There is going to be some real hurt coming in the construction industry.'

Covid: 10,424 new community cases, 788 in hospital; changes to death reporting

NZ facing 'significant increase' in Covid cases due to the BA.5 variant - Bloomfield.

Letters: Rotorua has lost its liveability glory

Our readers have their say.

Rain, rain go away! Fresh weather watch issued for region

Rainfall amounts could approach warning criteria.

Comment: Air pollution data another reason for Govt to pick a lane

Extending the fuel duty subsidy is counter-productive to public transport goals.

Sixth Rotorua mayoral candidate steps forward

The candidate says Rotorua needs "rejuvenation" after years of disruption.

Bay Dreams date and first acts announced

The popular summer festival returns.