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'It was a close call' - Why it took 50 years to build Ruapehu's lahar warning system
That's despite a series of eruptions in 1995 and 1996 highlighting the mountain's risk
Taupō and Tūrangi club reports
It's been a busy and varied week for Taupō and Tūrangi's clubs.
Gang-related disorder before man's death in Whakatāne leads to homicide investigation
Police said there was a gang-related disorder incident before the man died.
Brutal schedule - man attempts to run the length of NZ and Australia
He's not sure it's ever been done before but he'll give it a crack.
Will cloud cover spoil the rare meteor-shower spectacle?
'This clump will exist for this one pass and we are going to plough through it.'
'We love to be able to do our bit': Hundreds turn out of Zorb's can-for-a-ride day
More than 1750 cans were collected for the local foodbank.
Retired couple spin historical yarn into trilogy
Retirement hasn't slowed down a Taupō couple, who are about to release their third book.
Homicide investigation under way after injured man dies in hospital
Police have appealed to the public for any information.
Triple the limit at 10am: Drink drivers blowing 'ridiculous' levels
'These people are sharing the roads with our family, our friends, and our colleagues.'
'Stock up while you still can': Retailers offload vapes ahead of bans
By next week, disposable vapes need to have maximum nicotine limits and safety features.
Heart-throb with a secret explored in insightful documentary
New doco takes a sympathetic look at the life of closeted Hollywood actor Rock Hudson.
Tommy Wilson: Strap in for three years of unsettled political weather
OPINION: We could collapse into a chaos not seen in this country before.
Iwi leader fears lifting pseudoephedrine ban will put more P on the streets
'You’re not doing your country any good to put it on the shelves.'
‘I was a d***head on the piss’: Former drinkers get real about alcoholism
A silly season sobriety survival guide from people who've been there.
Opinion: Stop treating renters like naughty children
Opinion: Being a renter is an expensive and stressful business.
KiwiSaver fight: Seriously ill woman's battle to withdraw money
She has an incurable condition and needs the money to help extend her life.
'Our community amazes me': Scope Cafe collects over $1k in Christmas appeal donations
'It was the best year we’ve had so far.'
Mark Lister: A November to remember for investors
OPINON: World shares were up 9.3 per cent, the best return in three years.
Roimata Mihinui: The time is right to sign off
Opinion: Sunday marked my 72nd birthday and the time is right to sign off.
New role aims to help kapa haka thrive
Haka and manaakitanga are inbred in our whānau.
Gen Z's new platform to influence Rotorua politics
One alumnus says it is about more than just a box-ticking exercise.
'Anything is possible': Rotorua man continues to enter gruelling events
“Step outside of your comfort zone and give things a go."
Plan to turn popular berry farm into housing takes another step
“You can’t have your house and your strawberry, too,” says mayor Victor Luca.
Mamaku Volunteer Fire Brigade raises $1500 for Rotorua Christmas Appeal
“The crew love getting out and seeing the locals and the kids love the siren of course.”
Ironman 70.3 returns to Taupō
This Saturday, competitors will descend on Taupō for its first half ironman since 2019.
Four Rotorua accommodation providers under investigation
Ministry assessing whether tenancy laws are being complied with.
Broken glass 'purposefully' left on athletics field 'to hurt people', child cut
'Someone or some people are willing to sabotage a kids’ event to hurt kids.'
Backpackers are back: Company to revive 13 hostel sites this summer
1800 hostel rooms set to open in an ambitious four-month project.
‘Nationally significant’: $5m gifted for museum restoration
The iconic Rotorua Museum building has been closed since 2016.
You beauty Rotorua! Fill the Bus sets new record
One school donated an incredible 1236 items.
'We want to be the best': The professional racecar driver who bought a Napier supermarket
Ant Pedersen hasn't lost his competitive drive, even when he's not behind the wheel.
'Beautiful kaupapa': Fill the Bus greeted with generous donations
One 12-year-old boy donated 120 cans to the campaign.
Fill the Bus live: Student's whopping donation to foodbank
Today we fill the bus for the Salvation Army Rotorua's foodbank.