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Cyclone Gabrielle warning: 'Direct hit' with heavy rain, damaging winds early next week
WeatherWatch NZ have forecasted the storm to hit the northern half of the North Island
Did you feel it? Magnitude 3.9 earthquake hits Bay of Plenty
The quake hit shortly before 7am.
Local Focus: The Taupō electorate explained
From Cambridge to Tūrangi - there's much to consider. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: The Rotorua electorate explained
Big swing to Labour would bring in a new MP for Rotorua. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: After 20-year battle, finally lower speed limits for Mourea and Okere
Lower speeds mean fewer road deaths in rural Rotorua. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Waiariki electorate explained
Will it be Labour or Māori Party for Waiariki? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: The East Coast explained
What makes East Coast tick and who will they vote for. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Latest Code of Conduct complaints received by Taupō Council
The Mayor described the incident as 'disgusting'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua community returns to catfish hunting
Two catching sites have re-opened, one is brand new. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rugby and redemption in Ngongotaha
From just four senior players. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Skyline Rotorua relishes strong return
The tourism outlet has put safety first to remain open. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Tourism stats show promise for bed and breakfast owners
Good news for bed and breakfast owners. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua school principals reflect on returning to school
Only 80% of students returned to classrooms in Level 2. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Te Puia arts and crafts staff delighted with Govt investment
$7.6 million injected to preserve the institute. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Kawerau safeguards economic future
'Kawerau Pathways' getting the young ones into work. Made with funding by NZ On Air
Local Focus: Rotorua churches campaign against level 2 rules
Ministers hope to increase gatherings to 100. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua hopes to keep locals 'in their element'
The stay-local campaign aims to keep local tourism alive. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: May is ME/CFS awareness month, so what is it?
No end to lockdown for ME sufferers. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua business owner positive despite trials
Vandalism and love in Rotorua. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: 'It has been a hell of a drag', farmers look forward to the end of lockdown
Covid-19 seen as a chance to improve agriculture's image. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Taupō tourism campaign goes local
'Love this place' campaign hopes to save local business. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Eat Local app taking on Uber Eats for regional hospitality
Takeaways deliveries from a Kiwi-owned company. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Kawerau, Whakatāne and Ōpōtiki on the road to recovery
Eastern Bay towns working together to succeed. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua businesses nervous about opening up in level 3
Optimism and dread in equal measure for businesses. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Taupō businesses preparing for alert level 3
Only some businesses can begin trading on Tuesday. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: At-risk families using lockdown 'to become a better family'
There are challenges, and positive behaviour, in lockdown. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Lockdown giving homeless chance to change
Charities work around the clock to cater for the homeless. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Taupō businesses face uncertain tourist future
Will domestic tourists make up for internationals? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Taupō mayor demands visitors avoid town during lockdown
This weekend would usually see plenty of tourists. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Tourism business gives back
Little Green Tours give overseas viewers a taste of NZ. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Creatives get creative online
Welcome home to the online art not affected by lockdown. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua Rates still a contentious issue
Rotorua Ratepayers spoke out ahead of the virus scare. Made with Funding By NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Streets of Rotorua empty following lockdown
The once bustling tourist town is now barren. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: 'Tonight I will have a cry and that's it'
The idea is to band the business community together. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua lakes welcomes new toilet block
Budget bogs a model for other public toilets. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Taupō airport developments about to take off
Developments for a new terminal, apron and car-park. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Dancing in the streets of Ōpōtiki after PGF announcement
The town's harbour is receiving a $79.4 million boost. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Retirement homes in Kawerau are 'go'
64 units set to be built, freeing up houses for others. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Kawerau welcomes PGF cash injection
Small towns reaping the benefits in investment and jobs. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Power 88.3FM gives youth a voice
"You can literally see the fear in their eyes." Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua Principals react to shocking attendance statistics
Statistics show a disturbing drop in attendance. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Māori art and augmented reality
Paintings break into song. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Tūrangi St John grant relief helps build future
Over half a million dollars granted for new station. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Dairy industry shares coronavirus concerns
Miraka Dairy CEO is keeping a close watch on the virus. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Remarkable range of mourners at Mala's tangi
Fitting tribute to a great local. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: The heart-breaking experiences of mothers with ME
"My little boy he just... It was really hard." Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua Council forgives unpaid parking tickets
Council confirmed the gesture for first-time offenders. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua set for Waitangi Day festival
Event to be a remembrance rather than a celebration. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua school principals wary of coronavirus scare
Rotorua school principals speak out about Coronavirus. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Defib dairy could be a lifesaver in Hamurana
Defibs installed in Hamurana and East Rotoiti. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotoiti's new water treatment plant
Scheme to filter sewerage wins bouquets for council. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Mayor says infrastructure not to blame for water issues
Kawerau mayor believes infrastructure isn't the issue. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Worker describes exploitation nightmare in Reporoa
Exploited worker speaks out. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: High School leavers launch Taupō bungy with leap into next chapter
A special way to jump into life. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Taupō transport event has community at heart
Car rally to fix a road. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: SDA Rotorua shows size doesn't matter
Small class numbers, big community intentions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Go Santa Go! Run kicks the season into gear
It was a race with a difference. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Cycling veteran clocks 100 laps of Lake Taupō
The Taupō Cycle Challenge race for charity. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Turtles take time and commitment
Among the 100 most invasive species in the world. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: 8 Scott Ave in Ōwhata was the place to be last Saturday night
No actors, just whānau on stage. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Amazing video shows hatching of 2000th kiwi
Livestream video of incredible moment a kiwi hatches. Made with funding from NZ On Air.