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Bethlehem Early Learning Centres company manager Lorainne Schou says they've had a position open in Rotorua for a year. Photo / Stephen Parker

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Early childhood teacher shortage as trainee numbers drop

27 Jan, 2020 5:00am
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Region to start school year with almost 40 early childhood job vacancies.

Rotorua woman Gemma-Elaine Duggan says she was kicked out of Tauranga's Bayfair mall by a security guard because she was wearing a bikini top. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

'It's about appropriate dress': Mall fires back after woman in bikini booted

26 Jan, 2020 6:32pm
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Tauranga mall to investigate after woman in bikini top says she was kicked out.

Matua resident Ian Watson says he's lucky to have bought his house when he did. Photo / Andrew Warner

BUSINESS

Houses not worth the millions they cost

26 Jan, 2020 10:00am
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Land values in some Tauranga suburbs overtake the price the houses.

Property Inspect BOP building inspector Brendon Kenny says sulphur damage is similar to seaspray damage. Photo / Stephen Parker

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Rotorua's sulphur signature affecting more than our noses

25 Jan, 2020 10:00am
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And is it something you can avoid?

David Ihaka (left) spends a lot of time in his friend, Mokai Kingi's, mancave decked out in reggae memorabilia. Photo / Stephen Parker

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Red, yellow, green: The colours of a reggae friendship

24 Jan, 2020 10:01am
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The two men have gone to the festival every year together since they met.

Waiariki Women's Refuge manager Paula Coker says there are far more strangulations than the number of charges laid. Photo / File

ROTORUA DAILY POST

'It's killing our women': Rotorua's shocking strangulation rates revealed

22 Jan, 2020 5:01am
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Of all the strangulation charges in the Bay of Plenty, 95 per cent involve men.

The Henderson's left in three cars when they were told a siren was a tsunami warning. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

'Off we run': Family flee from Waihi campsite after unexplained siren

20 Jan, 2020 3:00pm
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It was only later they found out the alarm was, in fact, a false alarm

Tauranga Womens Refuge's Maree Saunders says the strangulation rates in the Bay of Plenty are grim. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

More focus needed as meth-fuelled violence worsens in Bay of Plenty

20 Jan, 2020 6:00am
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More than 100 people in the Bay of Plenty have been charged, but more needs to be done.

William Kerrison will be laying at Waiōhau Marae until a service on Sunday. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Remembering 'Mr Tuna': New Year honouree dies suddenly

18 Jan, 2020 10:04am
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Known as the "Tuna Man", he dedicated 35 years to help tuna thrive.

Upper Atiamuri School principal Judith Smallbone is excited for a year with a school roll 35 per cent higher than last year. Photo / Andrew Warner.

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School rolls: Who's up and who is down?

16 Jan, 2020 5:00am
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But some schools are defying the trend.

Unichem Metro Bethlehem Pharmacy's owner Steel Shin has had a massive drop in sales. Photo / File

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Tough times: Pharmacies hurting after big competitor opens

15 Jan, 2020 8:36am
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'We're just hanging in there.'

Former Mount Maunganui College student Samuel Taylor still sat the exams despite being accepted into Harvard University. Photo / File

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Sitting NCEA despite already being accepted into Harvard

14 Jan, 2020 11:21am
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Tauranga teens sat NCEA exams with 140,000 Kiwis, and some did not need to.

John Paul College principal Patrick Walsh is anticipating high results, as in previous years. Photo / File

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Rotorua teen set to leave with $35K scholarship

14 Jan, 2020 10:00am
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Teens in Rotorua are among thousands of others to get their results today.

Vet Post's owner and vet Rebecca Penman has raised thousands for supplies and will head to Australia next week. Photo / Andrew Warner

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'I just can't sit around anymore': Local vet raises thousands for Aussie animals

9 Jan, 2020 2:05pm
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The Tauranga vet will fly to Australia next week to help out.

NEW ZEALAND

Docked in Tauranga and craving pizza during armed police incident

9 Jan, 2020 1:13pm
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Armed police were on site for 13 hours.

Elliotts Funeral Services manager and director Neil Gedge (left) in front of the largest coffin on site while director and embalmer Kylie Sprague is in front of the standard. Photo / Andrew Warner

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Coffins as large as bookshelves needed amid obesity crisis

7 Jan, 2020 5:00am
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Changes have had to be made to some standards to accommodate bigger people.

Osborne's Funeral Directors director and embalmer Sam Osborne says the standard size of the coffin has grown as people get bigger. Photo / Ben Fraser

NEW ZEALAND

Special report: Coffins as large as bookshelves needed amid obesity crisis

6 Jan, 2020 7:06am
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Those who work in health and death are seeing the obesity epidemic first hand.

Rotorua's Sergeant Lehi Hohaia has been honoured with a Queen Service Medal in the fight against drugs and family violence. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

New Year Honours: Tikanga Māori combat drugs and violence

31 Dec, 2019 5:00am
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Sergeant Lehi Hohaia has been honoured with a Queen Service Medal.

Donna Burns still needs $12,000 for a life-prolonging drug. Photo / Stephen Parker

NEW ZEALAND

'This time is harder' - Mum battles cancer for third time

27 Dec, 2019 5:00am
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The thought of having to pay to extend her life is daunting.

Helping out every year, Patricia Perkins, 88, is in her happy place around the people of Rotorua. Photo / Cira Olivier

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Fractured wrist doesn't stop retiree serving up a feast

25 Dec, 2019 3:47pm
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Hundreds of people enjoyed a free Christmas lunch in Rotorua.

Te Maioha o Parekarangi (Youth Justice Residence). Photo / File

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Youth offenders: What will their Christmas look like?

24 Dec, 2019 6:35am
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Christmas is a special time and youth offenders will be celebrating too.

Mark Gould spends about three hours every day in the St David's vegetable garden. Photo / Stephen Parker

NEW ZEALAND

From voted out to the vege patch

23 Dec, 2019 10:00am
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What Mark Gould has done after losing his seat on council after 18 years.

Marre Saunders from the Tauranga Women's Refuge. Photo / Andrew Warner.

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Broken limbs: Family violence tipped to rise over Christmas

19 Dec, 2019 8:00am
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Those on the front line have a dark warning for the summer.

The flames came close to the hedge of neighbours. Photo / Supplied

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'It was massive' - Pack house fire close call for neighbours

16 Dec, 2019 7:00am
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Neighbours watched as a former kiwifruit pack house was gutted, fearing for their homes.

Locals embrace at the Mataatua Marae in Whakatāne as the bodies of six people are recovered from White Island. Photo / Ben Fraser

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Tears and silent sobs: 'Devastation' hangs over families and Whakatāne

14 Dec, 2019 1:00pm
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Six bodies were retrieved from White Island yesterday as families waited for their return.

Tauranga Chambers Legal Services staff on White Island. Photo / Supplied

BAY OF PLENTY TIMES

'Great tragedy' - volcano spurting 15m mud days before eruption

10 Dec, 2019 10:27am
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A group from Tauranga toured by helicopter just two days before the tragedy.

The Tarawera Eruption oil on canvas by Ina Haszard. Valued between $15 000 - $20 000. Photo / Supplied

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Priceless Tarawera collection worth $400k up for auction

7 Dec, 2019 10:00am
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There will be 300 historic items up for auction worth thousands.

Recreational cannabis use could create a ''minefield'' for employers. Photo / Getty Images

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Rotorua reacts to draft to legalise recreational cannabis

7 Dec, 2019 5:00am
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The Government released a draft of what legalising recreational cannabis could look like.

Tauranga is divided over the draft Cannabis Legalisation and Control Bill. Photo / Getty Images

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Tauranga reacts to draft plan to legalise recreational cannabis

7 Dec, 2019 5:00am
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What does Tauranga have to say about the legislation?

Waiariki Women's Refuge manager Paula Coker says the refuge has seen it all. Photo / Stephen Parker

NEW ZEALAND

Why family harm surges during the holiday season

4 Dec, 2019 5:00am
5 minutes to read

Domestic violence figures show Christmas is not the jolly season we like to think it is.

Children taken away by Oranga Tamariki has dropped in the Bay of Plenty. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Broken skulls and busted arms: Abused kids still showing up

28 Nov, 2019 10:25am
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But the number of children taken into care has dropped.

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Broken skulls, busted arms: Abused kids still showing up

28 Nov, 2019 10:25am
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The number of children taken into care has dropped across the Bay of Plenty.

John Paul College principal Patrick Walsh has won the prestigious award. Photo / Stephen Walker

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'Like winning Lotto' - principal wins award worth $35K

27 Nov, 2019 11:00am
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John Paul College will travel to the USA and Europe next year.

RAPHs nurse practitioner Sarah Barkley has a new role at Rotorua police station. Photo / Stephen Parker

NEW ZEALAND

Nurse in the police cells: drugs, mental health and family violence

23 Nov, 2019 1:00pm
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A nurse is now working in the police cells in Rotorua.

Jess Pussell with her son, Brayden, 4, says the daycare should have been told what was happening. Photo / Stephen Parker

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Gang clash: Police should have told us, say education leaders and parents

21 Nov, 2019 9:00am
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No schools or daycares were told why they could see armed police, dogs and cordons.

Funeral director Richard Fullard says some families are put under financial strain after a funeral. Photo / Stephen Parker

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Can you afford to die? Funerals cost up by more than a third

18 Nov, 2019 8:00am
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A basic funeral can set grievers back by thousands.

Kase Lochhead , 8, Photo / Andrew Warner

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Colour fun run could become 'iconic Rotorua event'

17 Nov, 2019 12:35pm
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Children and adults from near and far attended the colourful family day out.

Vape Park supervisor Matt Swinn says he and his partner will lose their jobs if there is a flavour ban. Photo / Stephan Parker

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Job loss and a black market: Vaping flavour ban fears

17 Nov, 2019 11:00am
5 minutes to read

Where do you sit on the debate?

Vape Park supervisor Matt Swinn says he and his partner will lose their jobs if there is a flavour ban. Photo / Stephen Parker

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Job loss and a black market: Fears over vaping flavour ban

17 Nov, 2019 6:00am
5 minutes to read

Where do you sit on the debate?

MDA Experience director Tak Mutu standing at the planned base of the gondola. Photo / Stephen Parker

NEW ZEALAND

Could Rotorua get its own Statue of Liberty in the Redwoods?

16 Nov, 2019 3:29pm
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It would be contemporary by design, Māori by nature and one part of plans for the forest.

Minister Chris Hipkins speaks to Bay of Plenty leaders as the state service minister. Photo / Stephen Parker

ROTORUA DAILY POST

How we could use data better: Minister meets in Rotorua

15 Nov, 2019 3:13pm
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Leaders offered their input this morning.

Westbrook Primary School teacher aide Sarah Dunn works three jobs to make ends meet. Photo / Stephen Parker

NEW ZEALAND

'Degrading' wages: Teacher aides working multiple jobs to survive

15 Nov, 2019 2:32pm
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Support staff rally to raise awareness on what they do and how much they're underpaid.

The artist's impression for the St John's Church (left), the fire rages in February 2017. Photo / Image / DCA Architects and file image

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Revealed: The special piece of history in St John's Church new designs

13 Nov, 2019 2:39pm
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Designs have been released nearly three years after a dramatic fire destroyed the church.

Lynmore Primary School teacher Lorraine Taylor welcomes more locally-based decision. Photo / File

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Mixed feelings as schools lose zoning power

13 Nov, 2019 8:00am
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Government-led changes prompt mixed reactions by principals.

A new agency will take over school zoning in each region. Photo / File

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Schools lose zoning power

13 Nov, 2019 8:00am
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For some schools, the decision can go either way.

Servicemen and women placed poppies by the wreath by the flag. Photos / Stephen Parker

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Rotorua's Armistice Day service in the Government Gardens

11 Nov, 2019 1:49pm
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The weather was cool but the hearts were warm. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Jones & Company Funeral Services director Chris Andrews. Photo / Andrew Warner

NEW ZEALAND

Can you afford to die? Cremations chosen to cut costs

10 Nov, 2019 8:00am
4 minutes to read

A basic funeral can set grievers back by thousands.

Allison Mclean cracks a smile for cracking 100 years. Photo / Stephen Parker

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Could you say you lived this life when you're 100?

9 Nov, 2019 5:00pm
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Allison Maclean's life is about playing the hand that's dealt no matter what that is.

Southstar Shuttles director Jeff Carter started the mountain biking service to take people up and into Whakarewarewa Forest. Photo / Stephen Parker

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Southstar Shuttles to stop Whakarewarewa shuttle service

9 Nov, 2019 10:08am
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What happens to the people who have shuttle passes in the forest?

Rotorua Lawyer Harry Edward is carried out of Rotorua Boys High School Hall by his brothers and two sons. Photo / Andrew Warner

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'Your death will leave a huge hole in our lives'

2 Nov, 2019 6:56pm
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Hundreds showed up to remember the legacy that was Harry Edward.

One of the cravings people have when coming down from meth or getting clean is sugar. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Why sugar thefts could be linked to meth addiction

2 Nov, 2019 11:30am
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How does missing sugar sachets link to the meth epidemic?

Four Square Edmund Rd co-owner Clare Gallagher is over the moon to be opening after a blaze closed it in August. Photo / Stephen Parker

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Rising from the ashes: Store to reopen after blaze

2 Nov, 2019 10:00am
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Staff and the community have worked hard to get the store ready for opening day.

Rotorua Girls High School's Geraldine Atchico, 17, is advocating self-care ahead of the NCEA exams. Photo / Ben Fraser

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Study dates and brunches: Self-care sorts exam pressure

1 Nov, 2019 11:00am
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Why Rotorua students are feeling calm heading into exams.

Year 13 Kyle-Russell Dunsumuir, 17, is a mentor for younger students and helps with academic mentoring. Photo / Andrew Warner

BAY OF PLENTY TIMES

More than 400 students to sit one NCEA exam at Otumoetai College

1 Nov, 2019 10:00am
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And students are helping each other with lunchtime tutorials and tips to get through.

Brothers Frazer Hazeldine (left), Alexander and Robbie are stoked to join their heroes after their victory. Photo / Ben Fraser

ROTORUA DAILY POST | Sport

Bay of Plenty Steamers humbled by young fans

30 Oct, 2019 4:56pm
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The faithful blue and gold supporters celebrated with the champions.

Mirgant women speak of the struggles of securing a job. Photo / Cira Olivier

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Why some women struggle to find jobs despite their qualifications

24 Oct, 2019 2:00pm
3 minutes to read

The women shared their stories with the Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner.

Tauranga Crossing had planned to screen the Rugby World Cup semis and finals for free. Photo / File

BAY OF PLENTY TIMES

Big screen breach: RWC cinema showing given the boot

24 Oct, 2019 7:18am
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The cinema originally intended to screen the semi-finals and final.

Sharon Buckley (left), Sandra Thomas and Melissa Wheeler. Photo / Cira Olivier

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Silly costumes, serious cause: Village Green turns pink

23 Oct, 2019 6:54pm
3 minutes to read

Who knew pink could stand for so much?

Bay of Plenty youth, community and family harm district manager Inspector Phil Gillbanks. Photo / Andrew Warner.

ROTORUA DAILY POST

From a 'slap to a full-on beating' - family violence worsening

8 Oct, 2019 6:00am
6 minutes to read

Six cases of family harm appear in Bay of Plenty courts daily, the highest nationwide.

Westend store owners say the crime is getting out of control. Photo / File

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Westend store owners grapple with thefts and threats

5 Oct, 2019 6:00am
4 minutes to read

Businesses say fear and crime are now part of their job.

NZEI Te Riu Roa national secretary Paul Goulter addresses the conference at the Energy Events Centre this morning. Photo / Ben Fraser

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Fair pay campaign in early childhood education launched

2 Oct, 2019 10:00am
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"We need the Government to commit to an urgent pay jolt."

Sand mining at Tumu Kaituna 14 on Bell Rd near Pāpāmoa. Photo / Supplied

BAY OF PLENTY TIMES

Tumu Kaituna protesters: 'They can make this even messier for us'

30 Sep, 2019 7:00am
2 minutes to read

Save Te Tumu Kaituna protest aims at Tauranga City Council amid Māori Land Court dispute.