'Disgusting and repulsive man': Leading entertainment figure sentenced
'I do not accept that she encouraged in any way the conduct that occurred,' judge says.
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Composed in the year 2016 this waiata is the written expression of lived experience.
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'We wanted to get a World Cup here and we’ve done it.'
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The first sign of the scam was tricked buyers turning up on her mother-in-law's doorstep.
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The energy in this production is absolutely contagious, and everyone is absolutely hyped.
Lake Ōkataina partially reopens, fee to be charged at wash station
The lake's been closed over a month as protections were put in place against gold clams.
No 1 for number twos! Rotorua wins best loo, Tauranga best large city
The Keep New Zealand Beautiful Awards were announced at Parliament House yesterday.
'Inherent risks': Glider tragedy inquiry's findings released
The Transport Accident Investigation Commission has made two recommendations.
Old roof beside highway described as an 'eyesore' and 'abscess':
He believes it's a bad look for tourists arriving. But a resolution may be on the horizon.
Pensioner flats in line for $1.6m makeover as mayor backs leasing option
Mayor says current financial model is 'difficult'; no units have been added since the 80s.
Cha-ching! Winning Lotto ticket sold in Western Heights
Ten players nationwide won with Lotto Second Division.
'Everything I create, it's going to last forever': Business awards winner aiming to reinvent the customer experience
Storytelling behind the family heirlooms will 'last forever'.
Dashcam footage wanted after fatal SH1 crash
One person died and several others were injured in the crash.
New owner, new name and 'fresh start' for Pharmacy 44
'This kind of opportunity doesn’t come around very often,' says new pharmacist, 29.
23 retiree flats empty: City considers $1.6m reno project
It is also looking at leasing its full $25m portfolio to a community housing provider.
'Don't tell no one': Teen’s alleged confession about camper's murder
A 17-year-old has been accused of murdering Adrian Humphreys at a remote campground.
'Inexplicable': IPCA says police dropped fatal crash charge without reason
Tony Parahi died after a farmer turned in front of him, but the driver didn't face trial.
'Significant failure': Dairy farm fined $40k after effluent found in trout stream
A Bay of Plenty dairy farm and a director have admitted illegal discharge of contaminants.
Flooding possible as severe thunderstorm watch issued for Bay of Plenty, Rotorua
The watch is in place until 9pm.
Guy Fawkes: Nine fires likely to be linked to fireworks
All but one of these fires was last night.
Watch: Car rolls after three-vehicle crash on Paradise Valley Rd
The road was closed for a time.
Crunch time: Best 'brain' foods to eat for NCEA exams plus top study tips
A nutritionist shares brain food recommendations as students gear up for exams.
Celebrity TV chefs open new restaurant
Cooking on Fire winners Alia and Shaun to open new Rotorua business in Lava Bar building.
Mark Lister: Are New Zealand shares heading towards an unwanted three-peat?
A first since the 1960s.
'My lungs collapsed... I thought I was going to die': Mum's horror health ordeal
'I couldn't get off the bed - I was [spending] 16 to 18 hours in bed. I can barely walk.'
Murupara marae upgrade opens doors to tourism opportunities
Tourism is providing a growing income stream for the marae.
'Once it’s gone, it’s gone': The risks of cities sprawling into farmland
OPINION: Yes, we need houses, but productive land is a precious and finite resource.
Deal's off: Emergency housing security firm sale falls over
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Kāhu ki Rotorua: The story of the wharepuni Tuhoromatakaka
Tuhoromatakaka is the small whare puni standing in the heart of Te Whakarewarewa.
Well-known dance instructor makes triumphant return to dance scene
"When you take a break and come back, you need to sharpen up."