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Mark Lister: The pros and cons of a resurgent NZ dollar
If the positive tone continues, we’ll probably drift higher.
Comment: Unpopular transport package the right decision
OPINION: The package, priced at $350 million, hasn't been warmly received by many people.
'Still loving it': Rotorua pharmacy marks 50 years open
Community, staff and moving with the times are all attributed to its success.
Jo Raphael: Trikafta funding huge coup for cystic fibrosis community
OPINION: The rollercoaster ride has ended with good news.
Michele Hunter: I’m done waiting for the storm to clear
OPINION: It’s the little stuff that can remind us of the good things.
Matt Cowley: A nod to the best of the best in business
"These awards inspire the next generation of business owners and entrepreneurs"
The Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on Rotorua’s new housing accord
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
'I am ready': Tradies step into the boxing ring for mental health
Funds from the event will go towards Gumboot Friday.
From broken back to Ironman: Athlete heads to start line after horror crash
Craig Stewart was hit by a car while riding his bike but he was determined to race again.
Wear a dress and have fun: New mental health kaupapa starts in Rotorua
'Wear a frock or just wear something that makes you feel fabulous.'
21 great Christmas gift ideas from local businesses
NZ-made: Support locals this Christmas with these Bay of Plenty gift ideas.
Police traffic operation in Bay of Plenty
Bay of Plenty police have been conducting checkpoints.
Cafe thrilled by Can for a Coffee day donations
Scope owner Dana Greer said she had to stop counting, with everyone happy to give.
Australian families of eruption victims attend Whakaari memorial
'You will be part of this whare as long as this whare stands.'
Ironman athletes descend on ‘iconic’ Taupō
Top Kiwi athletes in Taupō for Ironman 70.3.
Five injured as bus and car crash in Taupō
It happened within 15 minutes of another crash.
New housing accord will see emergency housing motels dwindle
'We have heard you, we have listened and we are taking action,' mayor says.
Senior Mongrel Mob member arrested in drugs operation
A senior Mongrel Mob member has been arrested.
Subscribers weigh in - what if the Reserve Bank is wrong?
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Maintenance keeping riders in the saddle
Regular bike maintenance workshops help keep cyclists on their bikes.
The buzzy story behind those new road signs
Horohoro School pupils got to see the unveiling of two roadside signs they designed.
Smashed it! Rotorua sets new record for Fill the Bus appeal
One school donated more than 1000 cans to the Salvation Army foodbank.
Rotorua man receives Regional Master Franchisee of the Year award
Local businessman Praneel Nair has been crowned Regional Master Franchisee of the Year.
New pact aims for ‘near zero’ motel housing 'as soon as possible'
Housing Minister Megan Woods was due in Rotorua for the signing.
High school cooks up French immersion food tech programme
WHHS is now offering cooking classes in total French language immersion to its students.
Sonya Bateson: Stop giving gifts that are meaningless and wasteful
OPINION: What we choose to give the people we love and appreciate should spark joy.
Jury finds former pro rugby player not guilty of 1991 rape
Chris Budgen had been on trial since Monday before six women and six men.
Three years on - doco to reveal new footage from White Island tragedy
A new Netflix documentary out next week marks three years since the tragedy.
Samantha Motion: When the going gets tough, the tough get giving
OPINION: A tough year has not dampened Rotorua's giving spirit.
New citizens welcomed 'home'
Taupō's newest citizens are formally welcomed to the district.
Call for urgent 'stocktake' on emergency housing gang numbers
The Government says it helps anyone in housing need - including gang members.
Skills put to the test at AquaBots competitions
Rotorua hosted nationals where 44 teams tested their abilities.
Rotorua mayor supports local election voting age remaining 18
Tapsell says she doesn't want to see the local election voting age lowered to 16.