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Survey of North Island kōkako reveals pairs flourishing

The survey of North Island kōkako was organised by the Mokaihaha Kōkako Trust.

Opinion: Should we have a national day to commemorate the New Zealand Wars?

OPINION: Our history isn't black and white. It's that and everything in between.

Revealed: The city Christopher Luxon believes 'needs to get sorted'

The National Party leader said crime and emergency housing motels would put visitors off.

Student took 1914 days to re-engage, get back to classroom

One student not attending took 1914 days to re-engage and get back into the classroom.

'Respected' councillor quits in public meeting, claims mayor 'shunned' him

The resignation came after a decision to discuss a controversial bill in private

Rotorua hits 'pause' on controversial bill

Rotorua MP says 'throw it in the rubbish bin'.

Kiri Gillespie: Near miss - how travelling 5km/h under the limit likely saved my life

Gaining a driver's licence is a privilege . . . it's up to all of us to drive like it.

Letters: why forestry is a great industry

OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.

Fears crime by kids could 'end in tragedy'

Children as young as 11 are behind a spike in vehicle thefts, ram raids and burglaries.

Shane Jones: Political stink in Rotorua

OPINION: It walks like a duck, quacks like a duck and is a lame electoral duck.

'An inspiration to us all': Master carver calls time after 55 years

One of the enduring faces of the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute

Premium Debate: Govt handouts disincentive to work

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New gallery and exhibition in honour of W. Stanley Wallis

The Arts Village is pleased to announce an exhibition of W. Stanley Wallis' paintings.

Taika the tourist: Hollywood star's visit 'completely unexpected'

'Just like a normal customer but maybe a little funnier'.

Man jailed for secret sex videos on porn website

He videoed himself having sex with a woman and put it on a porn site to get revenge.

Want a job? Forestry desperate for tree planters and timber mills need workers

Finding people who were drug-free and would show up was hard.