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Tributes flow after highly respected iwi leader dies
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New Rotorua council chief executive announced
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Toxic algae prompts health warnings for Lake Rotorua
The algae can produce toxins that cause 'significant ill-health'.
'Pretty horrific': Neighbours evacuated, injuries after house fire
A man has been arrested in relation to the fire.
'Absolutely appalled': Mum of teen vaper says axing Smokefree laws a step back
One parent called for 'moral leadership' from National.
'Shattered': Friends mourn woman and mother-in-law killed in Taupō crash
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Education crisis: How bad has the system become and what can be done to repair it?
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Mystery boat a ‘blight’ on small town’s main street
Some residents have come to see the vessel as an eyesore and a potential danger.
Tourists in hot water after biking Tongariro Crossing
Biking is one of the activities banned at the dual world heritage site.
'Many broken hearts': Mother and daughter-in-law die in crash
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Pothole plague: The quality of roading is 'leaving a lot to be desired'.
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Motorists call for urgent pothole repairs on major roads
Man's car damaged when he struck a pothole at 100km/h on State Highway 1 near Taupō.
'Kicking the can down the road’: Double-digit rates rises possible
A challenge was put to council staff to reduce a possible 14 per cent rise this year.
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Police release names of pair killed in Broadlands Rd crash
Circumstances of two-vehicle crash remain under investigation.
Cherished pets reportedly killed by roaming dogs over holiday period
Whakatāne District Council impounded over 500 roaming dogs in its last financial year.