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A man was found with a stab wound to the chest on Saturday night.
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Lobby group Restore Rotorua had challenged the process specifying separate submissions.
'Massive opportunity': What locals can hope for from Health NZ
'It won't matter where you go, you're going to be treated the same.'
Dance couple say Hospice a lovely cause to support
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'A beautiful way to welcome manuhiri to the forest': Pou whenua unveiled in Rotorua
The pou whenua unveiling is part of the Whakarewarewa Forest Development Project.
Letters: Upset about reserve sales? When did you last use one?
Our readers have their say.
Jo Raphael: Political cracks widening on gun control in the US
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Retirement village celebrates three 100th birthdays
A local retirement village celebrates three 100-year birthdays.
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Rotorua Museum: $30m could be added to cost for 'extremely complex' renovation
The current budget for the project is $53.3m but could rise to $83m.
Children's mental health: Services at 'crisis point' as demand surges and staff depart
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Why Matariki is far more than a new public holiday
Opinion: It was during a hīkoi I realised the depth of knowledge associated with Matariki.
Major Matariki tradition explained, how to celebrate at home
An umu kohukohu whetū isn't the only way to celebrate, it's as simple as being at home.
'You can feel the aroha': Rotorua Matariki ceremony draws hundreds
Grief was shared and reflections made on the first official Matariki public holiday.
Bethlehem College chair Paul Shakes on religion, rights and mutual respect
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Why following the Māori lunar calendar is better than a four-day week - businesses
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'Matariki is ours' - Why our newest public holiday is important for all Kiwis
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'Significant pressure': Longer than usual wait times at Rotorua and Taupō EDs
Longer than usual wait times are expected.
Letters: Council funding better spent elsewhere, not on a new plaza
Our readers have their say on council's vision for the city centre and unregistered cars.
Ngongotahā landslip still blocking, cause unknown
There is still traffic management in place on State Highway 5.
Teens excited to represent country in basketball
Hana Lacey-Rameka and Carly Ohia were made the U17 Women's National Basketball Team.
The force was with competitors as they wielded lightsabers
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Paul Hickey: Matariki celebration, caffeine and shopping, local events
Paul Hickey discusses Matariki celebrations, caffeine and shopping, and local events.
Light up Redwoods at Matariki Ride the Night
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Closing and opening chapters with Eastern Fish & Game
Closing and opening chapters with Eastern Fish & Game for Andy and Arash.
Life of Kiwi icon Jean Batten captured in art collection
Retired pilot, now artist, Jon Marett showcases life and accomplishments of Jean Batten.
Rotorua athletes achieve great results at Oceanias
Rotorua's Lisa Adams and Hannah Gapes achieved great results at Oceania Area Champs.
'What did you say?': Store can't believe they sold $12m Lotto ticket
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Zizi Sparks: Councils should consult openly and often
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The end of MIQ in Rotorua: Sudima, Ibis, Arawa Park Hotels to reopen next week
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