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'Profoundly flawed' or 'much-needed reform'?: What leaders think of Three Waters

Rotorua's representatives give their reaction to Three Waters forging ahead.

From 'vibrant human' to 'zombie': Long Covid wrecks 82yo's life

'I can feel my head all the time. Sometimes I forget words.'

'We cannot be held responsible': Decision made on NEMA charges in Whakaari case

WorkSafe charges against the National Emergency Management Agency have been dismissed.

Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: If you want people to react badly, keep them waiting in the cold

Opinion: Why is MSD treating people like cattle?

Letters to the editor: It's not all doom and gloom for Rotorua

Our readers have their say.

'Ready to rock 'n' roll': Rotorua Ziplines launches steepest, fastest course

'We believe our course is one of the most challenging zipline builds undertaken.'

Changes coming for two Rotorua hotels

New operator says Rotorua is 'such a special place'.

Doggone: Missing pooch reunited with owner a year later

The canine is one of hundreds stolen or lost in the Bay of Plenty each year.

Premium birthday: 42 years, 413 dead bodies: Police photographer retires

PREMIUM BIRTHDAY: We take a look back at our best premium stories.

Opinion: Why learning te reo is not just important for me

OPINION: Our "why" is also about our past generations, wisdom, courage and sacrifices.

'Forever out fishing': Police formally suspend search for missing fisherman

A rāhui will remain in place along the coast near Tōrere until further notice.

New toddler area open at Rotorua Lakefront

The toddler play space has been designed to reflect the natural environment of Rotorua.

Council threatens homeless motels with court action if they fail to comply

Rotorua's council is threatening court action against emergency housing motels. But why?

Secret bill discussion 'unlawful': Legal experts

With decision to pause bill public, some councillors want to share how they voted.

'Final act of frustration': Councillor speaks about shock resignation

Bentley says the mayor's actions on Thursday were the final straw.

Police say Rotorua child's death is not suspicious

Police inquiries are continuing to get an understanding of the lead up to the incident.