Rising stars: Bringer and Druwen shine at Crankworx highlight event
The event was moved due to forecast strong winds.
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The Timeless Summer Tour has been cancelled three months after being postponed.
Rising stars: Young riders shine at Rotorua’s Whip Off Champs
Day three began at 6am with pump track events for the Under 15s title.
Local water services: Should Rotorua go it alone?
Options include an in-house model or partnering with other councils.
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The government is providing $100,000 to support affected farmers.
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The event raises money for food parcels and services for people in need.
Should the night market move? And who should pay more for the new sewerage scheme?
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‘You’re a god and nothing can stop you': The rush of Crankworx
Elite mountain bikers descend on Rotorua for 2025 event.
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Te Ngae Rd works expected to cause delays
Plan ahead for temporary closures, NZTA says.
‘Full strength’: Local rider triumphs in thrilling Crankworx opener
Australia’s Ryan Gilchrist clinched the men’s race, repeating last year’s victory.
‘More than happy’: Couple’s $29k bid wins French river cruise at auction
The auction raised funds for Ronald McDonald Family Retreats in Rotorua.
Crankworx Rotorua: Riders to watch
Rotorua’s Lachie Stevens-McNab, Tuhoto-Ariki Pene and Jenna Hastings among stacked field.
‘Game changer’: $1m funding boost for Rotorua youth mental health
Rotorua's youth centre has been given a funding boost that will benefit 560 young locals.
Teen gang shooter avoids jail due to ‘worst’ childhood judge has seen
The teen fired five shots at rival gang utes in Rotorua.
Thunder on track: Motorsport park planned
Details of a new motorsport and driver training facility have been revealed.
600 athletes, 300 crew: Crankworx kicks off in Rotorua
The festival returns to Rotorua for the 11th year.
‘Legend’: ‘Bloody good cop’ who targeted gangs dies
Dennis Murphy was known for his dedication to catching gang members and drug dealers.
‘Poetry in motion’: Te Arawa makes ‘history’ at Te Matatini
Four Te Arawa kapa haka groups placed in the finalist round at Te Matatini 2025.
It's a boy! New baby kiwi for Te Puia
The chick has been named Manawa and can be viewed in an enclosure.
Over 21 million people engaged with the Te Matatini 2025 festival online
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‘Bulletproof’: Why more Kiwi men die in the water
With the lowest number of drownings since 2018, males accounted for most fatalities.
Police reveal possible new sightings of missing man whose burned-out car was found in January
Police are searching for Travis Langford, missing since January 17.
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A husband shares why he self-referred to a domestic violence program last Christmas.
Towards a digital future for Māori: Cash boost for tech academy
The grant will help to provide 300 students with upgraded gaming PCs.
‘We’ve had no one apply’: Teacher shortage hits region
The Bay could be short of 180 primary school teachers in 2025, according to projections.
How the Love Grace Handbag Appeal can make a difference in Rotorua
Murdered tourist Grace Millane's memory is being honoured through a Women's Refuge appeal.
Urgent hearing: Judge orders halt to Tarawera pipeline works
He's troubled by both the council and the group opposed to the works.
Should new booze shops be allowed in Rotorua?
The proposals include a three-year freeze on new off-licence approvals.
‘High operating costs’: Toi Ohomai to close campus, move courses
Affected courses include wood manufacturing, saw doctoring, and forest management.
Award boosts cycling-mad city’s major event prowess
BMX Rotorua has put the city on the BMX world map.