Large scrub fire near Taupō controlled after helicopters battle blaze
Witnesses earlier said the fire was worrying nearby homeowners.
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Nia Glassie's murderer: 'Still using drugs, still being violent'
Michael Curtis has served more than 17 years for the murder of Nia Glassie.
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NZTA says their programme for the remainder of the summer was ambitious.
Five arrested after alleged burglaries and fleeing driver incidents
Ram raid in Taupō and burglary in Napier reported.
NZ's hottest town: Locals stay vigilant
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ADHD: The regions where assessments are 'a lot faster' than in other places
A support organisation says it's important to diagnose and treat ADHD 'before it spirals'.
'Set the standard': Rotorua teen's record-breaking swim at champs
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'Worst nightmare': The NZ region with the most fleeing drivers
More than 10,000 drivers fled police in New Zealand during 2023.
Record-breaker! Foodbank receives $103,000 in donations during Christmas Appeal
More than 1000 families have been helped thanks to the community's generosity.
US traveller ‘shocked’ at hearing derogatory word in NZ
'Does that make me want to move here? Absolutely not.'
One person in critical condition airlifted to hospital after water incident
One rapid response unit and one helicopter responded to the incident this afternoon.
'Trailblazer' on upskilling Kiwis in AI: 'We don’t have to be based in New York'
'A lot of NZ companies would love to do business outside of NZ and we are now doing that.'
Young boy named as fatal motorbike crash victim
A second person on the bike remains in Rotorua Hospital in a stable condition.
'Had a man-look': Dumped remains left rotting for two months despite five reports
Council apologises after twice looking and failing to find the dumped remains.
Rubbish or good idea? Residents weigh in on kerbside collection changes
Locals divided on changes: some support, others worry about fewer red bin collections.
Meet the girl who hasn't missed a day of school in 11 years
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Rotorua food and green waste collection to start next year
What it will cost eligible households.
Health NZ redundancies: More than $251k paid out in Bay of Plenty, Lakes
'We’ve lost people ... all vital to making sure a hospital functions accordingly.'
Uncovered: 100-year-old discovery in Rotorua Museum renovation
The heritage find was made during building strengthening works.
Twelve sizes smaller, 3kg removed: Mum speaks of 'life-changing' breast reduction surgery
'Oh my god, they’re beautiful,' she said when she saw her new breasts for the first time.
Abuse survivors' group backs man’s move to reject King’s Service Medal
Fears survivors of abuse in faith-based institutions will be 'ghosted' in redress system.
'All the hard work paid off': Basketballer picked to represent NZ in new team
How sport helped a bullied boy find his happy place after a traumatic brain injury.
'He'll be watching': The legacy of the Rotorua rangatira on the 20 cent coin
His legacy spans 300 years, he's travelled oceans, and he's on our 20 cent coin.
The four summer activities that racked up $16.5m in ACC payouts in one region
'You don’t want to spend your summer holiday in A and E.'
On a knife-edge: A young boy's fight to stay alive
'He fades pretty quickly but he does his best.'
'Wholly unnecessary': Bay road toll rises after horror December in Rotorua
Too many people have died on local roads, say police.
‘Brave in challenging times’: Mayor, councillors share their views on 2024
Some believe progress has been made, others not so much.
'It is time to stand tall': What Rotorua leaders want in 2025
Thriving tourism, a focus on youth — and the end of homeless motels are on the wishlists.
2024's high-profile court stories: Gangs, illegal prostitution and an infamous murder
We look back on serious court cases and a parole hearing with a twist.
Paws and order: New police dog teams unleashed
Dogs and handlers graduate to boost force's frontline capacity nationwide.
Gas station robbery reported, three youths in custody
Police were alerted to the incident at 6.25am.
Honoured power sector leader on pouring his 'heart and soul' into 55-year career
'It’s important to find your passion as when you love what you do, you do your best work.'