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Sonya Bateson: Wear what you want on polling day... just be there
OPINION: Do you remember your first voting day? I remember mine clearly.
'Upset and distressed': Abortion protests banned around hospital
"They also felt judged by seeing protesters and their placards."
The Premium Debate: Roadworkers shot at, abused, threatened amid delays
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Man found critically injured: Police seek witnesses
Officers found the man at an address on Old Taupo Rd about 5pm.
Old Taupō Rd bridge re-opens
The closure has caused congestion for almost three weeks.
Critically injured man found at Rotorua address
Emergency services were called to the scene.
'Won't give up': How mum landed 'dream' role despite never having a job as an adult
'If I didn’t believe, everyone at the foundation believed in me to make it happen'.
Te Pāti Māori candidate for Waiariki electorate, Rawiri Waititi
It’s been an honour to serve our people ... I would like that privilege again.'
'Huge loss': Spring celebration planned in nature-lover's memory
'He was recycling before anyone knew what it was.'
Well-known New Zealander denying violence charges elects jury trial
The man appeared in court in Rotorua.
'Masterpiece': Luxury spa wins design accolades
New build blends cultural heritage with 'stunning geothermal design'.
City that had just 'six' available rentals gets $11.2m boost to build more
The local rental market is 'unbelievably tight', social housing operator says.
'Traumatising': Roadworkers shot at, abused, threatened amid 'shocking' delays
The incidents come as the city grapples with delays linked to bridge roadworks.
The Premium Debate: Record numbers of Kiwis coming home from Australia
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Hopes for younger racers after Richie Stanaway's 'amazing' Bathurst win
'Any professional driver around the world wants to win Bathurst,' his father says.
A battle, an escape and an olive tree: The story behind a symbol of friendship
The symbol is a tree, planted 51 years ago, that a councillor says was ignored until now.
'Mindless offending': Police warn Te Teko residents to be wary of mail thieves
Mail has gone missing, been dumped on the side of the road or found miles away.
Act Party candidate for Rotorua electorate, Marten Rozeboom
Marten Rozeboom on the issues facing the electorate, from tourism to family values.
Person critically injured after crash in Bay of Plenty
Police were called around 2.30pm.
'Like snow': Hailstorm stops cars on State Highway 33
A sunny day quickly turned into a driving hailstorm in the Bay of Plenty.
'Illegal’ activities: Police investigating after hundreds of street racers disrupt city
Two people have also been arrested after throwing bottles at police.
From 'eyesore' to architecturally-designed homes: Koutu housing plans revealed
Bennetts Rd in Koutu will see a new housing development.
Voting is open and thousands are not enrolled - but it's not too late
Younger voter enrolment rates lag behind those of more senior citizens.
'Excruciating pain': Car crashes into bedroom inches from sleeping mum, daughter
Renea Wharekura thinks every day how lucky they are to be alive.
'We have lost a man of great mana': Ngāti Whakaue kaumātua Pita Anaru remembered
'He was quite fearless and had a very strong Christian faith and strong faith in mankind.'
A year as the mayor: Why Tania Tapsell smiles even after the hardest days
Plus: How Rotorua residents and councillors think their council is doing.
Sonya Bateson: Life is about to get harder for low-wage workers
OPINION: Paid parking zones are going to cover an extended area.
Determination, hard work and love: 100-year-old's secrets to a long life
"She’s a very determined person, that’s why she’s lived so long."
Revealed: What council boss told staff when he resigned
It comes as the council appoints an interim CEO while it recruits for a 'fresh start'.
Give Taika a call! Brothers and future stars cast in series
Will a walk on the red carpet in Rotorua lead to a red-carpet appearance in Hollywood?
‘Underdog’ kura show spirit to claim top title
Opinion: A profound sense of unity and strength blossomed.
NewZeal candidate for the Rotorua electorate, Kariana Black-Vercoe
Kariana Black-Vercoe follows footsteps of late husband who "stood up for what was right".
Two people in court on underage prostitution and drugs charges
The pair were remanded in custody.