Bryan Gould: Government had temerity to stick to its guns
COMMENT: The only way we can limit economic damage is by stopping the virus in its tracks.
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'People are more confident ... they're supporting music and we're thankful'
Artists and music industry excited to get back to work.
Controversial sculpture inches closer to completion
But when it will be installed has yet to be revealed.
Rotorua cold and flu cases see huge drop
Health professionals are noticing a quiet start to the cold and flu season.
Great scoot: Lime e-scooter trial planned for Rotorua
The e-scooters were banned from Auckland seven months ago, amid safety concerns.
National Party leader Todd Muller has minor surgery
It comes as the Prime Minister was busy in his own Bay of Plenty territory.
Speed limit reduction announced for dangerous stretch of road
From Monday, July 6, the permanent speed limit through Waiotapu will be 80km/h.
Kristin Macfarlane: How Covid-19 has had a positive impact
COMMENT: Welcome to level 1 - but please keep some of the habits you've picked up.
Appeal for witnesses after fatal crash near Whakatāne
One person died following the two-vehicle crash on State Highway 2.
Two people injured, one critical, in crash near Rotorua
Initially one person was trapped in the vehicle.
Cricketer on Black Lives Matter: I acted when I was abused in NZ
Jofra Archer says he always been an advocate of speaking out against inequality.
What does alert level 1 mean for Rotorua?
New Zealand has moved to alert level 1, now the economy rebuild really begins.
How emergency services coped with island eruption
"I told them there'd be no pissing around, no gawking ... just get in and do our job."
Who will stand if there's a by-election?
Who is keen to stand again for the council should there be a by-election?
Trust buys staff Rotorua holiday home to show appreciation
The trust says it hopes other companies will look at new ways to support employees.
Bay businesses and sports clubs poised for alert level 1 move
The Government's extended wage subsidy scheme is helping Rotorua businesses keep afloat.
Helping Hand: Almost $250,000 to local sport
More than 80 BOP sporting organisations have dipped into the Community Resilience Fund.
Local food charities benefit from $1 million supermarket donation
Most of the donation was to go to 35 different food welfare and rescue charities.
Why Tania Tapsell chose National and where does it leave Rotorua
Tania Tapsell makes her National political move.
Homeless problem: 'Motel Mile becomes MSD Mile'
Has the problem of homelessness in Rotorua's central city just moved?
From the chief executive: Early 'reactivation' of tourism vital says airport CEO
View from the top: Innovative products will help stimulate inter-regional domestic travel.
From the chief executive: Prioritise buying local and NZ made - Andrew La Grouw
View from the top: "We need authorities to be proactive."
One dead after motorbike, car crash near Whakatāne
White Pine Bush Rd (SH2) was closed after the crash at 6.20pm yesterday.
Tourism leaders say collaboration, domestic travel key
View from the top: "We need Kiwis to explore their own backyard."
Tania Tapsell announced as National candidate for East Coast
Rotorua Lakes councillor Tania Tapsell takes on her role with the National Party.
Serious crash involving car and motorbike near Whakatāne
Police and emergency services responding to crash in Whakatane district.
From the chief executive: International education industry key to economic recovery
View from the top: Fourie says our region won't benefit from a one-size-fits-all approach.
From the chief executive: Use existing expertise to help country recover - Scion's Julian Elder
View from the top: Circular economy offers great opportunity for New Zealand's future.
From the chief executive: Red Stag's Marty Verry advocates for wood first policy
View from the top: Verry says this is a chance to embrace wood first policies fully.
Zizi Sparks: Supporting local business means Air New Zealand too
COMMENT: Upset customers should cut the national carrier some slack.
Dawn Picken on racism: Look in mirror before demanding change
COMMENT: Our institutions reflect our society.
Whakarewarewa School students set to get a road safety boost
New pedestrian crossing will improve access to Whakarewarewa School.
Air NZ flights from Rotorua to Christchurch resume next month
Flights from Rotorua Airport to Christchurch resume next month.