Chainsaw bar murder: Guilty plea entered
Ford remained silent and kept his head held high throughout the hearing.
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Good soaking! Downpours to continue into weekend
The rain was a result of a strong northeasterly flow going over central New Zealand.
Go Dairy: The sector paying up to $85k - sometimes with a free house and meat
The dairy industry is expected to pump about $1 billion into the Bay economy this year.
Meth 'middle man' jailed for more than six years
Dick Tamai was charged after the Operation Janzi raids in December 2018.
Tokoroa fire: Children treated for smoke inhalation
Firefighters from Tokoroa battled the blaze for more than two hours.
Covid-19 scare: Rotorua MP lashes out at Govt after dodging 'serious situation'
Students from four Rotorua kura were exposed to close contacts with two Covid-19 cases.
Elderly urged to be wary of social media
The world wide web can be an intimidating place for those who did not grow up with it.
David Beck: The dangers of online outrage
An innocent business was targeted by outraged Facebook users on Wednesday.
Christmas in June for local bookstores
Rotorua bookshops are grateful for the support they have received post-lockdown.
Letters to the editor: Nothing but talk when it comes to housing
OPINION: Readers have their say.
Community's 'unsung heroes' to be celebrated
National Volunteer Week is running from Sunday, June 21 to Saturday, June 27.
'Six weeks in and not a lot has happened'
Councillors challenge slow progress of Covid-19 recovery strategy.
Single-vehicle crash in Murupara
Police and emergency services are responding to a single-vehicle crash in Murupara.
Disabled park row: Dr Lance O'Sullivan granted diversion
Dr O'Sullivan threw a brick through a car window because it was parked in a disabled spot.
Flight attendant's contact with new Covid cases impacts schools, rugby training
Whānau affected by the exposure this morning learned the Covid test was negative.
Hannah Tamaki announces policies for 2020 election
Tamaki, who leads Vision NZ, announced yesterday she would stand for Waiariki.
Optometrist discusses digital eye strain
A Rotorua optometrist warns increased screen time causing a surge in digital eye strain.
Landowners asked to protect the region's stopbanks for winter
Under the bylaw, it was an offense to damage stopbanks.
Performing arts future at stake
Things like dance studios rely almost completely on tuition fees to pay their way.
'Good luck with your project!': Jacinda Ardern's sweet message for Rotorua kids
"Kia ora to everyone at Lynmore School", a smiling Ardern said.
Death threats: Man apologises after tā moko Facebook comment sparks uproar
Rotorua motel suffers backlash after being wrongly associated with the man.
Election 2020: Destiny Church's Hannah Tamaki to run in Waiariki electorate
Tamaki, who leads Vision NZ, announced her candidacy today.
Buyers out in force! Rotorua sales in level 1
'Sales are very rapidly coming back to normal'
New Labour line-up: All Bay MPs but one drop down the list
All but one of the MPs places have dropped, but they say it reflects the strong list.
Bus stop smashed by car, person injured in Bay crashes
The council had been advised as the damage would require some repairs.
City's effort to combat racism praised by Māori leaders
They say while racism still exists, there is an active effort to combat it.
New initiative brings better health outcomes for Bay patients
St John ambulance staff in the Bay of Plenty can now share vital information with GPs.
Boiling over: New gang rift unravels police mediation
Gang tensions are boiling over, prompting police to bring in special help.
The secret to kiwi survival: Could it be in their poo?
Manaaki Whenua researchers are tracking over 40 birds through different life stages.
Geyser City receive award from Kane Williamson
Geyser were named winners of the award in a virtual ceremony during lockdown.
Ōpōtiki a big winner in latest Provincial Growth Fund projects
Ōpōtiki mayor Lyn Riesterer said the funding was a welcome boost to the district.
Go Local! Bay of Plenty Garden and Art Festival
Super Early Bird Specials will be released on June 20.
River level relief for Bay of Plenty
Recent rain and cooler temperatures have eased concerns about low stream flow levels.
Whakaari/White Island: Volcanic Alert Level lowered
The volcano has been at Alert Level Two since November.