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'A wonderful creative outlet': Rent auditions this week
Centre Stage Taupō is looking for a Rent cast aged 15 to 50 years old.
Mt Ruapehu: Short periods of strong tremors over the weekend
Volcano expert gives the latest on the Mt Ruapehu volcanic activity.
Rotorua bus changes: Eleven routes down to five
The changes aim to simplify the bus network and will also add five CBD stops.
Covid: 4024 new cases, nine deaths linked to virus
In some hospitals, the flu is now a greater cause of respiratory hospitalisation.
Jo Raphael: Life is fleeting - it's later than you think
OPINION: The clock of life is wound but once.
Latest: Missing man Shane Edwards potentially picked up as a hitchhiker
The person believes they may have picked Edwards up a few days after he went missing.
Residents hit waterfront to try shot put
The event is touring New Zealand and was held to promote the upcoming Commonwealth Games.
Advocates share their wishlists for the new Māori Health Authority
'The philosophy is great. We want to see the resourcing to back it up.'
Woman's 'excruciating' hot water bottle accident
Erin Majurey could instantly feel her skin blistering after the hot water bottle burst.
Polynesian Spa death: Coroner urges better supervision
A coroner has looked into why a French tourist died while soaking in a Rotorua hot pool.
Homicide investigation launched in Whakatāne after assaulted man dies
Police are seeking information from the public to assist their investigation.
Auckland daily case numbers drop below 1000 first time in 4 months
Meanwhile hospitalisation and mortality rates tell another story.
Opinion: Why we must jealously protect our Bay talent
Opinion: Skilled and untrained workers are being aggressively targeted overseas.
Business digest: Bay of Plenty Hospitality Awards finalists announced
Got business news? Email carmen.hall@nzme.co.nz or zoe.hunter@nzme.co.nz
Lotto punter in Bay of Plenty wins $200K
A Bay of Plenty Lotto punter is now $200 richer with a share of first division prize.
Bay of Plenty residents are jetting off to greener pastures
Thousands are expected to head abroad this year as they look for life and work experience.
MP Kiri Allan's courage: 'This journey has been a gift'
After her brave battle with cancer, the MP reflects on her tough year.
Secrets of a WhatsApp group: Five countries, seven different bouts of Covid-19
A group of Kiwi friends around the world started a group chat. Then each got Covid.
Mark Lister: How does Jerome Powell want to be remembered?
Hopefully, Powell won't buckle like Burns.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on gender identity and inclusivity in teens
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on gender identity.
Comment: Learning to evolve when nestlings take off
OPINION: When you think you have a plan, the people you love most change the game
Opinion: Travel post-Covid is a rigmarole
Scrapping pre-departure testing is good, but we need to stay vigilant.
Tackling dance moves to help 'fantastic' local cause
Richard Trask and Kylie Isbister are one of the dance couples taking on fundraiser.
Rainbow support group offers to work with Bethlehem College
A leaked document reveals Bethlehem College's beliefs on gender.
Getting it off their chest: Men share honest experiences of the blues for Men's Health Week
"It's hard to say 'are you okay?' if you don't have trust because their guard will be up."
Aussie perks and pay drawcard for Kiwis: Are you missing out?
How do you go from $44,000 a year to $80,000? Meet the Kiwis making big bucks.
'Monstrous surprise': Why a man's heart stopped seven times
Gary Cassidy went from deadlifting 180kg to being unable to walk.
MIQ in Rotorua was 'unfair' - Lakes DHB member
One managed isolation facility remains, but will shut down after June 30.
'Game-changer': Meth addiction service launched in Eastern Bay
Services are now available in Murupara.
Longstanding mayor to stand for BOP regional council
"The last six months has been a bit traumatic for myself and my family."
Mothering Sunday: Good acting makes up for shortcomings in script
FILM REVIEW: Jen Shieff gives her thoughts on Mothering Sunday.
Taupō's Sporting History: A walk down memory lane
Taupō's Bevan Choat takes us on a walk down memory lane