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New boat rules to curb invasive clam
Boaties are being warned about new rules for using the Waikato River.
Places of worship targeted by threats; 70+ 'concerning emails' made
Police believe the threats are coming from the same source.
Who's in the new Cabinet? The full list of ministers
The eagerly awaited line-up of ministers has been revealed.
City cafe holding a coffee for a can day to support foodbank
Barista coffee will be handed out in exchange for canned goods.
Waiatia: My sacred pillow that is Ngongotahā
Matiu Chisnall was born in 1986 in Rotorua.
Tamariki retrace steps of tipuna across the ocean
A group of tamariki from Rotokawa School has been in a unique learning environment.
Māori ward decision greeted with strong emotion
There were hugs and tears of joy in the council chamber.
'I took a leap': Ahurei way to reconnect and strengthen whakapapa
The Ngāti Pikiao Ahurei has helped strengthen whānau bonds.
Sex stabbing trial: Wife found with 'blood on her hands'
Police officer who attended describes details of the scene.
‘I don’t want to shoot you': Cop tells of moments before he fired fatal shots
Officer breaks down while giving evidence at a coronial inquest in Rotorua.
NZ tourism hotspot makes world's top 10 trending travel destinations
Accolade comes as tourism hotspot’s business community anticipates positive year ahead.
Police name 88-year-old killed in mobility scooter crash
The crash, also involving a motorbike, happened on Tuesday morning in Rotorua's CBD.
Fire brigade collecting donations for foodbank
The food drive is on Monday evening in Ngongotahā.
Midweek moolah! Rotorua store sells winning Lotto ticket
Fifteen players won seconddivision nationwide.
'It could be anyone': Dad and daughter leave touching tribute after fatal crash
The man died at the scene after a crash between his mobility scooter and a motorcycle.
Neighbours give evidence in sex stabbing trial: 'It sounded like a cat howling'
Couple's fights heard down street: 'It wasn't very nice. There was a lot of screaming.'
Just hanging out: Sam Smith's adventurous Rotorua holiday
Sam Smith and designer Christian Cowan were spotted in Rotorua last week.
'Absolute chaos', adrenaline, tunnel vision: Cop describes minutes before man shot
Inquest: Officer who responded to colleague's call for help gives evidence.
'Told you so': Council pauses fluoridation work after court judgement
"I am resisting the urge to say ‘I told you so’,” one councillor said.
Mobility scooter driver dies in crash involving motorcycle
The crash closed a major intersection for several hours.
'I thought I was gonna die': Young father battles rare brain condition
There is no treatment in New Zealand, so the young dad of three has to sell his house.
'Get off', children heard dad yell after mum stabbed him during sex
Children give evidence in the trial of their mother who allegedly attacked their father.
Lakeside baches for sale for ultra cheap price - so what’s the catch?
They are a third cheaper than their freehold equivalents - but ground rents have spiked.
'Won’t let me sleep': Cops were 'tormenting' man later killed by police
Inquest hears from officer whose car was attacked by Shargin Stephens before shooting.
Taupō's new all-electric bus charges into service
Taupō's new bus is set to electrify public transport in the town.
'Game-changing moment': Safety hub opens in CBD
The hub plan was announced after two attacks on teen girls in the CBD in August.
New dairy factory opens in Tokoroa
The new Tokoroa plant took two years to complete
Volleyball growing in popularity
Find out how Taupō and Tūrangi's sports clubs have fared this week.
Person seriously injured after getting trapped under lawn mower
Three fire engines were sent around 10.20am.
'I did a little prayer': Witnesses hear 'bang' as mobility scooter, motorbike crash
Emergency services were called around 10.20am.
Wednesday walkers take to the streets
Find out where Taupō's walkers have been tramping this week.
Polar jet stream headed our way after wet week for North Island
Auckland, Waikato and Coromandel are all in the line for thunderstorms today.