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'It’s very exciting': Three new species of beetles discovered in Rotorua
Pest control is believed to have played a major role in improving biodiversity.
Tensions over lake closure: Fisherman's 'threat' to dig up jetty blockade
Police say there was no threat, rather frustrations expressed 'colourfully'.
Regional council spends $7m on consultants
A breakdown of who has been paid for what has been revealed.
The brilliant, brave, and formidable wahine rangatira
Heeni Te Kirikaramu was a descendant of Ngati Uenukukopako and Te Rangiteaorere.
A dedication to the revival of performing arts
This action song recalls the origins of where Haka began.
'Unprecedented': Medical centre gifted to local iwi
The change in ownership will 'better serve the community'.
Coldtober! Mercury plunges, but warmer weather on the way
Region felt the cold this morning.
Gold clam pest invasion prevention in Rotorua 'fast-moving', council official says
Councillors have asked how the district's lakes would be protected.
How to talk about death: Former hospice nurse's advice on facing 'the inevitable'
"The only way to get to those deeper levels is to have those deep conversations."
Bay of Plenty teacher denies charges of indecent assault
The teacher has been granted interim name suppression.
Water, water everywhere: What candidates have to say to flooded business owner
Rotorua MP candidates respond to Bryce Allan's story.
350 homes, 470+ jobs: Fast-tracked development aims to ease city's dire shortage
Construction work on the first 215 houses could start this year.
'Safeguard our Rotomoana': Rāhui considered for lakes to avoid clam invasion
"It is our shared responsibility to collaborate in the best interest of all our lakes."
'Definitely feel the rise in rent': Cost takes up half of Rotorua renter's pay
One renter said he could 'definitely feel the rise in rent'.
Proud, but struggling: The young Kiwi carers fighting to be 'seen'
'They always look at the person with the brain injury and [not] the people behind them.'
'Unreasonable': Inquiry finds failings after child nearly died choking on apple
Chief Ombudsman finds flaws in WorkSafe and Education Ministry's actions after tragedy.
Mark Lister: Don’t squander these high interest rates
OPINON: Fixed income could be about to offer some great opportunities.
Sonya Bateson: Impoverished children of today are adults of tomorrow
OPINION: Society will suffer if we let our children be deprived of a good future.
Wingspan celebrates completion of $2.4m display aviaries and breeding chambers
The third stage of the project is set to begin in 2024.
Geese and wallaby woes: What Rotorua candidates think of Predator Free 2050
Candidates were asked what their parties would do to control pests.
A legacy we create for good or bad outcomes
This song Tangata Kikoro translates to “The Gigolo”.
Watch: Burst pipe shoots water high into the air
Water was shut down to up to 1800 homes while the pipe was repaired.
Teen girl bus-stop bashing: What election candidates have to say to her mum
Candidates respond to comments made by the victim's mother.
Environmental terrorism fears: Lake closes to boats, anglers to keep out 'monster'
Closure of 'trophy' trout lake on eve of fishing season a 'blow to anglers' - Fish & Game
Vision New Zealand candidate for Waiariki electorate, Charles Tiki Hunia
An insight into Waiariki MP Vision New Zealand candidate Charles Tiki Hunia.
Readers' views: Massive council over-spend a ‘horrifying fiasco’
Opinion: Our readers have their say.
'Stop our children being a political rugby ball': Teacher's message to candidates
One teacher believes a lack of a cross-party shared vision is 'destroying our future'.
A beacon for indigenous culture
Festivals painted the town with vibrant shades of artistic brilliance.
Horror night as three dead in separate crashes
All the roads where the crashes occurred are now open.
Te Pāti Māori candidate tops informal audience poll at chamber event
Rivals say some parties had more people in the crowd.
Motorcyclist dies after crashing into water
Two accidents only a couple of hours apart leave roads closed.
'Terrified': Robber on parole holds up vape store workers at knifepoint
A victim says she suffers emotionally and psychologically, and had to get counselling.