Burning issue: Parents call for shade sail at lakefront playground
Others say the idea is impractical and parents need to take responsibility for sun safety.
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Jo Raphael: No special treatment - Djokovic should be deported
OPINION: The minister should stick to his guns and cancel the visa.
Revealed: How many people spent time in Rotorua MIQ
One recent returnee says the experience of Rotorua MIQ was hugely valuable in her life.
Local Focus: Radio Control Car Club roars into 2022
Bay of Plenty Radio Control Car Club set to benefit from future TECT Park upgrades.
'Unprecedented highs' see value of building consents soar
The biggest consent issued was nearly $29m for the new Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa.
One in custody after report of gunshots in Ōpōtiki
Armed offenders squad members were deployed to a rural property.
Ex-Rotorua police boss appointed to council deputy chief executive role
He takes over from Jocelyn Mikaere, who left in September last year.
Revealed: The cost of water-related injuries
Over the past seven years close to $40 million has been spent on local water injuries.
'Significant milestone': Iwi-led Covid isolation facility opens in secluded lodge
Lakes Lodge Okataina will be used as an iwi-led Covid-19 isolation facility.
'Fait accompli': 12 appeals lodged against council's representation review
One appellant says the process has rocked his faith in democracy.
'It's ridiculous': 27 days before bank picks up home loan application
More home loans likely to be declined as banks 'deeper dive into your finances'.
Letters: We're lucky to have such dedicated vaccinators
Our readers have their say.
'Over the moon': Scholarship boost for young athlete
Rotorua boy Jack Marra won a Nick Willis scholarship for his stellar performance.
Kiwi tourist spending in Rotorua up $8m on pre-pandemic levels
The largest tourism spend earning industry in Rotorua was retail sales.
Extra hole needed to equal history at Springfield Open
A couple of level headed 15 year-olds took out their respective divisions.
Jo Raphael: Pests are a problem but prevention is key
OPINION: Critters are a part of this world and we have to do our best to live with them.
Revealed: The number of times New Zealand Defence Force staff tested positive for illegal drugs
The number who tested positive for which class of drug, and their penalty, are revealed.
Buyer beware as Bay of Plenty e-bike injuries soar
Greater communication about safety when buying e-bikes would be helpful: injured rider.
Rotorua council staff cop more abuse, three physically assaulted
People "a bit more stressed around the potential Covid situation", but no excuse.
Covid-19: 16 more cases in Bay of Plenty, two in Lakes district
There are 16 more Covid-19 cases in the Bay of Plenty and two more in the Lakes District.
Covid: More than half a million kids' vaccine doses arrive in NZ, 85 new community cases
So far, NZ has avoided community transmission of the Omicron variant.
More posts, fewer views: Will option for chronological Instagram feed help businesses?
"Each post is getting less awareness," says local business.
Local Democracy Reporting: What made headlines in 2021
A selection of some of the biggest Local Democracy Reporting stories this year.
Zoe Hunter: It's time to press the reset button with Omicron poised for attack
Opinion: We as a team of 5 million need to be fully armed and at the ready.
'It's normal to feel irked or sad': Advice on beating back to work blues
A Bay life coach shares top tips on how people can manage stress as they return to work.
Revealed: What books were issued most in the Bay of Plenty in 2021
What people in the Bay of Plenty read last year revealed - plus a few suggestions.
Bay of Plenty moves to restricted fire season overnight
Everyone needs a permit to light an open-air fire.
'They go crazy': Creepy crawlies more prevalent amid heat
'It can develop into a disaster very quickly.'
'Just let it happen': Kiwis urged to accept Covid-19 and get on with life
Rotorua ex-pat in Sydney: 'It almost has to run free for anyone to ever be free'.
Out-of-towners flocking to new lakefront playground
Two people thought it would be even better with a water play area.
Record Rotorua lake temperatures great news for anglers
Sweltering summer conditions have had a 'surprisingly' great effect on local fishing.
Truck roll: SH2 reopens between Ōpōtiki and Gisborne
The road was closed for several hours.
Motel's main building demolished following fire
The main building at Golden Glow Motel on Fenton St was being demolished today.