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School mourns 'larger-than-life' first-year teacher
"One teacher, or person, or role model that the kids would never, ever forget."
Youth take fight for lowering voting age to Court of Appeal
The group is aiming to push through the change before next year's local body elections.
Armageddon expo returns to Bay with virtual lineup
The expo features celebrity guests from The Mandalorian, Supergirl, Doctor Who and more.
WWI Field of Remembrance crosses to be handed back to families
The project aims to connect all 109 crosses and a Star of David to descendants
Jo Raphael: We need more help to stamp out meth scourge
OPINION: Meth users in the Bay are wasting more than $1 million a week.
Detour in place for Ngongotahā bound traffic
A short section of State Highway 36 is closed from today.
Man assaulted and robbed in Rotorua
The man was assaulted by a group of males about 8.30pm on Sunday.
Rotorua students win share of $100K scholarship
The Te Ara a Kupe Beaton Scholarship has been rewarded to two Rotorua students.
Meth hotspot: Trail of destruction in the Bay
The impact of meth across the Bay of Plenty continues to grow, a former addict says.
Watch: Footage shows 'unprovoked' gang attack in Rotorua
The attack is said to have involved about 30 people, some of whom were gang members.
Facebook Marketplace scammer jailed for ripping off buyers
Dylan Ingram ripped off people on Facebook because he needed money to move.
Man left unconscious, others injured in 'unprovoked' gang attack outside bar
A witness says around 30 people were involved in the brawl in Rotorua's CBD.
Letters: Benefits going up but so is cost of living
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
For the love of books: Secondhand bookstores thrive
Xanadu Book Exchange in Pāpāmoa is the largest used bookstore in the Southern Hemisphere.
Dawn Picken: Refuse the jab, lose the job
Opinion: Some employees need to be vaccinated against Covid-19 to protect public health.
Home-crowd advantage: Fifth time the charm for Magic?
Magic will face second-place holders, the Northern Mystics, in round 6 on Monday evening.
Air Force trainees perform formation flyover at Lakefront
The exercise was part of the air force's Operation Wise Owl training operation.
Opinion: How to stay motivated to exercise this winter
Opinion: It can be hard to stay motivated to exercise in winter.
'A lot of people are in limbo': Residents upset at possible mill closure
The Norske Skog paper mill employs 160 people
The fake $50 and the off-duty cop: How a man was nabbed for making fake money
How did he do it and why?
'Consumed with grief': Widow says DHB failed her husband
"I am absolutely consumed, consumed with grief," widow of heart surgery patient says.
Brother-in-law on trial for murder: Jury returns verdicts
James McFarlane was accused of killing Thunder Savage by stabbing him through the chest.
Rotorua will have Māori wards at next election
Tania Tapsell was the only councillor to vote against the introduction of Māori wards.
Rugby: Rotorua-Whangārei battle resumes after 24-years
First XVs reunited for the first time since 1997 - long-lasting annual fixture hoped for.
Hearts and homes: SPCA foster homes needed
The Rotorua SPCA needs more foster carers to open their homes to animals.
Through thick and thin: Couple celebrates 50th anniversary
Local couple Pat and John Wyatt recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.
Paul Hickey: Habits, Vetora Family Day, and Chicago performance
Paul Hickey discusses habits, Vetora Family Day, and JPC's Chicago performance.
Arts Village buzzing as creativity and information shared
The Arts Village was "full and happy" at its Community and Family Event.
Targa Rotorua zooming into city, supporting special cause
Tomorrow and Sunday Targa Rotorua is on, and Race4Life is the chosen charity for Targa NZ.
'Hemp can help.' iHemp Summit to hold free expo
Industry leaders hope the event will help to raise awareness about hemp's many uses.
Join choir for show reflecting on the positives
The Rotorua District Choir is looking forward to showcasing some wonderful music.
Musical travel: Go on an OE with concert duo
Cello Journey, presented by Rotorua Music Federation, is being held in Rotorua on June 1.