Rotorua bus crash passengers were Tongan seasonal workers who had just arrived in NZ
Thirteen of the workers were hospitalised after the bus rolled, Immigration NZ said.
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Emergency services are attending a serious crash south of Rotorua.
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Knockout ambition: Champion teen boxer eyes Olympics
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'Invaluable': Six-week Māori business programme launches in Rotorua
Sixteen aspiring entrepreneurs have been welcomed into the inaugural cohort.
'More strategic' hiring: Talented jobseekers struggling to find work
There is still some pain to come but the mood is lifting, a recruiter says.
Report card: How Rotorua Lakes Council scored over past year
The mayor also shared a message.
'Rotovegas you're in trouble, baby': Momoa warms up for Rotorua show
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EVES and McDowell Professionals form new bigger company
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$3m spent on 64 Kāinga Ora homes that may not be built
"As bad as it sounds, sometimes you have to put the brakes on," developer says.
Comment: The challenges facing co-governance
The Rotorua co-governance discussion echoes broader debates within NZ and overseas.
Police pursuit ends in fatal crash in Rotorua
The vehicle failed to stop for police.
Road closed: Serious injuries in Rotorua crash
Three people have been taken to hospital.
28 people, 99 charges: All the names and details from massive Mob bust
Nearly 100 charges have been laid against 28 people.
Halloween events in the Bay of Plenty
Events for people keen to have fun on Halloween.
Raising a village: Hopes 100 houses could be built on returned land
Neighbouring businesses helped clear gorse to support the papakāinga aspirations.
Rotorua rides high on Whaka 100 success
Taupō's Sammie Maxwell has reclaimed her title.
Call for freedom camping clampdown
Under-fire freedom campers say they do support local businesses on their travels.
Mark Lister: Comparing shares and property
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Steamers ‘did us proud’ despite NPC loss to Wellington
Close, but so far away after the Steamers push the Lions to extra time in the NPC final.
'Looking after our legacy': What's next in fight to keep out clam invaders
'We’re going to do our best to ensure the danger to our lake and whenua doesn’t get here.'
Sewerage scheme dispute: Fence comes down at tapu lake
Members of the local iwi say they will continue to fight.
'Didn’t think I’d make it': Rider returns from major cricket injury for 100km race
He is among 3000 mountain bike riders in Rotorua for the Whaka 100 this weekend.
'If they cut me open, I’d be blue and gold inside': Historic day for Steamers fans
BOP Steamers face Wellington at Sky Stadium at 3.05pm on October 26 for NPC final
The curious case of the fuel station that hasn't sold fuel in months
'Out of fuel', says a sign taped to a yellow bin in the forecourt – locals wonder why.
Warning for Whaka Forest users as harvesting set to begin
Enter an unauthorised area and you could be prosecuted.
'Voices of the people': Man claims public comments censored
Limiting comments and feedback creates an echo chamber, says resident.
Witness describes 'bloody mess' after truck and car crash near Taupō leaves one critical
Emergency services were called to the scene about 1pm.
Arrest after motorcycle business ram-raided
Police arrest youth after Rotorua motorcycle business ram-raided for fifth time.
MTB: Olympians add spice to Whaka 100 event
More than 3000 competitors will take part in the Whakarewarewa Forest this weekend.
Rotorua Pink Walk fundraiser
The crowd gears up for the annual Pink Walk in Rotorua. Video / Ed Young
Man appears in court over hunter's death
Sean Kavanagh appeared in the Rotorua District Court today.
'Grinch' councillor quizzes teen reps on political affiliations
'Are there any [youth] councillors here that may be affiliated with the National Party?'