New co-ordinator is enjoying meeting a range of people
Raj Seneviratne has been on the new migrant journey himself.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromRotorua
Rotorua youth showcasing performing arts talents
The annual Gift of Music Concert is back on September 25.
Positive Ageing Expo a 'one-stop shop' for seniors
Age Concern Rotorua is once again holding a Positive Ageing Expo for the local community.
Series reveals role of colonisation in shaping Aotearoa
Kāwai - For Such a Time as This, by Dr Monty Soutar, was launched at the Rotorua Library.
'They will take out their own teeth': Dental charity 'overwhelmed' with demand
'A lot of people are putting up with unacceptable levels of pain.'
Emergency housing: Dashboard helps Rotorua visitors avoid mixed use motels
A new tool helps inform would-be travellers about whether a motel is 'mixed use' or not.
Roimata Mihinui: Anniversary of Māori language petition something to shout about
Rotorua still has a long way to go before our reo resonates through her streets.
The death of Tamakurī is avenged
At the eastern end of Te Rotoehu once stood a great stronghold called Waipuia.
New song a call to arms to champion te reo Māori
Whaia Ra is a call to arms by Rotorua band ORA.
Te reo Māori to echo through Rotorua CBD
Wherever there is a need for te reo Māori, we are happy and honoured to provide service.
Rotorua on a 'precipice' as mayor meets with ministers about motels
It comes as the mayor met with ministers this week to discuss emergency housing in motels.
Luke Kirkness: Public holiday for Queen's death the wrong move
OPINION: This was not the time or place for another public holiday.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers react to the announcement of a one-off public holiday
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Simon Bridges: Republicanism will open a can of worms
OPINION: Now's not the time for talks of republicanism.
Up $40k in month: Rotorua house prices bucking national trend
'More sales were subject to conditions such as house sales in August.'
Taupō half Ironman event sells out
Organisers expect December's full Ironman event to sell out soon.
'It is possible': How this 23yo bought his first home - with his savings alone
'You just have to set a vision, make a plan, and anything can happen.'
Subscribers weigh in on why the face on our money matters
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Speed limit changes for busy Rotorua roads
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency confirmed the speed limit changes today.
Local Focus: Brendan Davis on Candidate Camera
Local school teacher says housing and homelessness are his top election issues.
Comment: Is this the perfect storm to fix our homeless problems?
Instead of complaining and blaming, let's all focus on the remedies.
From 'drowning' to teaching 200: Reo learning tool helping to learn language
Tuterangiwhiu Grant-Cairns decided to do something about a lack of resources to learn reo.
Crispian Stewart: Slew of tournaments a winner for region
Three major sporting tournaments over five days - an amazing feat for Rotorua.
'Exciting': New CBD rental units may ease shortage
Meanwhile, McLeods Booksellers is on the move to a new location
Whakatōhea votes against split from treaty settlement
More than 61 per cent of voters said no to Te Ūpokorehe being removed from the settlement.
Why Rotorua Farmers Market won't restart this year
The decision has been made to not restart the Rotorua Farmers Market in 2022.
Rotorua Trust offers chance to make a difference
Those standing for the trust are encouraged to get their nomination in early.
Subscribers weigh in on damage already done for Govt reelection chances
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Govt should cover museum funding gap, says mayoral hopeful
One candidate thinks a 'taskforce' needs to be set up
Luke Kirkness: Great, we're moving on but there's still Covid caution
OPINION: Lots moved on from Covid-19 a long time ago but there is reason to be cautious.
'Massive cost': Bay of Plenty businesses concerned about new public holiday
The one-off public holiday to mark the death of the Queen will be on September 26.
Onepu park faces closure – again
Among the reasons for the closure was that they could not get insurance for the property.
'It was a survival scenario. She was hungry and going to jail was not a bad option'
Shoplifter accepted the risk of returning to prison, court hears.
Traffic light setting ends: Businesses celebrate return to 'normality'
The Covid-19 traffic light system and mask requirements have ended.