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Christmas traffic: Two dead after three crashes in an hour
There have been two crashes in the North Island and one in the South.
'Look at what we’ve managed to do together': Christmas appeal sets six-year record
And that is just the provisional tally with donations continuing to pour in.
Freedom from secrecy and shame: How a sex abuse victim has transformed her life
'Now I live a life that I thought only existed in movies or books.'
It's okay to say 'no' this Christmas
OPINION: Putting on a happy face for family and friends can feel like a mammoth task.
'A deep sense of joy': Hana Seddon thanks Rotorua for supporting the Christmas Appeal
"Many tears of relief and gratitude, and plenty of wide smiles."
Santa’s little helpers: Meet the Bay of Plenty workers rostered on for Christmas Day
For some people Christmas Day is still a working day, but one with a difference.
Weekend and Christmas Day weather for region
North Island will be under a moist and humid northerly air flow.
'People go nuts for them': Berry growers ready for a busy summer season
'It’s looking like it’s going to be a great summer.'
Sleepwalking defence rejected for man who raped sleeping woman
Offender led from the dock in tears after hearing judge's sentence.
'We’re bummed': Local shows impacted by Sublime with Rome postponements
The band is set to part ways next year.
Wildlife sanctuary and golf course restored after massive cyclone damage
Ten months on from the cyclone, Wairakei Golf and Sanctuary is back to full strength.
Maryana Garcia: When the going gets tough, the tough keep giving
OPINION: have never been so happy to be proven wrong.
Pair arrested after firearms, drugs and cash found
Men are due in Rotorua District Court this week.
Bay of Plenty roadworks: A summer holiday guide
Contractors will pause work from midday tomorrow through to 8am on January 8.
School group involved in mass rescue on Waikato River
Ten people have drowned in the Waikato River between Lake Taupō and Huka Falls since 2008.
How to avoid a Christmas financial hangover lasting 'long after the fun is over'
'It is a time of giving, you don’t want to give yourself a headache in the new year.'
Ocean Billy rides recovery wave ahead of Te Rapa return
The Rotorua-based stayer has spent the past year recovering from tendon damage.
‘Open chequebook’ fears as $29m lake scheme goes ahead
While one group petitioned against it, another says it must go ahead ASAP.
Engineer pleads guilty over fraudulently signing off homes
Hundreds of homes across the country are affected by the engineering forgeries.
'Final journey to heaven': Couple killed in tragic crash
Their daughter has shared a tribute on social media.
Super-sorters wanted this Christmas
Santa's not the only one who needs help with sorting boxes at Christmas.
Boating business booming thanks to mentor help
Taupō's businesses are getting a helping hand thanks to technology.
SH30 collision: Two die in region's third fatal crash in three days
Three other people were badly injured in Monday's Te Ngae Rd/State Highway 30 crash.
P-addicted Rotorua man pimped out girls as young as 13 for sex
He had a sexual relationship with a 13yo he helped into prostitution.
Hotel rates rebound but there's an oversupply of luxury rooms in one city
Christchurch, Taupō and Nelson-Marlborough lead the way with revenue per room.
Second person dies, three seriously injured in Rotorua crash, SH30 reopens
Two people have died after two vehicles crashed on Te Ngae Rd/State Highway 30.
Simon a good sort to have in an emergency
The people of one Lake Taupō community can sleep easier thanks to one man's hard work.
Try a summer salad that's dressed to impress
No festive dinner table is complete without a delicious salad.
Iconic boat owner told to build new jetty, gift it to iwi, lease it back
The paddle boat was once a common sight on the lake.
One person dead after crash in Rotorua overnight, investigations under way
The crash was reported to police shortly after 11.10pm.