Latest from RDP - Opinion

Luke Kirkness: What we can learn from England's football team
Opinion: Sport should be more than just entertainment, it should be an encouragement.

Jo Raphael: Stop the inter-generational attacks
OPINION: It's wrong to blame young people for not having the tools to cope with adversity.

Opinion: Paul Hickey - asthma, household milestone, special cruise and Chopper
Paul Hickey discusses asthma, household milestones, a special cruise and Chopper show.

Luke Kirkness: Now not the time to plug into new EV scheme
Opinion: Climate change is a pressing issue but now is not the time for this scheme.

Rawiri Waititi: Tikanga does not discriminate
OPINION: It is common practice to give koha when you visit someone, anyone

Opinion: He Puapua is nothing to be afraid of
OPINION: When a country commits to a declaration, that's when the real work starts

Letters to the editor: Three waters decision of utmost importance
Our readers have their say.

Dawn Picken: Saddened but not surprised by sexual assault report
Opinion: It's hard to deal with despicable behaviour happening under our noses.

David Beck: Podcasts, the voices you want in your head
COMMENT: Being mentally healthy is crucial in all aspects of life, and podcasts can help

Fun and hard work comes together at SPCA Rotorua
Rotorua Weekender reporter Shauni James experiences SPCA volunteering for a new segment.

Opinion: Paul Hickey - Dancing for Hospice, giveaways, best before dates and the All Blacks
Paul Hickey discusses Dancing for Hospice, giveaways, best before dates, the All Blacks.

Luke Kirkness: Ticking off reasons to be grateful
Opinion: It's easy to forget about the little things that make life great. Please don't.

Jo Raphael: Healthy homes should be a given
OPINION: Cold, unhealthy homes should be a thing of the past with new rules.

Letters: Mayor's 'silly chatter' comments disappointing
Our readers have their say.

Letters to the editor: Council review would put matter to rest
Readers have their say.

Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: NZ mental health problem - 'We can't afford to quit'
OPINION: "It's not easy knowing clearly what you think needs to be done."

Opinion: Increase in young vapers concerning despite how nice it smells
Opinion: Everyone thought asbestos was great too - until research proved it causes cancer.

Jo Raphael: Teach children early on about the value of saving
OPINION: Buy now, pay later can be convenient, but don't let it get out of hand.

Why DHBs need to be more flexible over aged care
OPINION: why the residential care industry just keeps growing.

Dawn Picken: Airport, racecourse should be on the table for housing
OPINION: All options should be considered for shifting people out of emergency housing

Letters to the editor: Ratepayers have every right to be included in secret forums
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.

Jo Raphael: is Working for Families tax credit really working?
OPINION: Should taxpayers be propping up working families?

Letters: Independent review into council a welcome suggestion
Readers have their say.

Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: I've started spending more time on the things I like doing
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait learns about putting herself first and has more time because of it.

Review: Witness for the Prosecution
Aficionados of classic courtroom dramas are in for a thrill over next couple of weeks