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Drug money laundering trial: Abusive calls played to jury

Police forensic accountant gives evidence in Paula Toleafoa's trial.

Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: I can't stand beauty contests, but this is different

OPINION: Miss Rotorua showcases beauty from a different view.

'We were this close to giving up': How national dance champs overcame obstacles

The troupe overcame Covid postponements, injuries and last-minute changes to take a title

Seven months in, no job descriptions for seven deputy CEOs

An employment lawyer has labelled the delay 'unusual'.

'Mummy, I'm proud of you': First Chinese woman to win Miss Rotorua amazes daughters

When Kogi So first signed up she had no idea what pageants were about.

'Covid shuffle': The Christmas Parade is on - with some adaptations

This years event would take place at the Rotorua International Stadium.

Kidnapped, bound, beaten: Gang women bash victim over drug debt

They kidnapped her twice and violently beat her over alleged stolen methamphetamine.

Jo Raphael: One night of fireworks is not worth the hassle

OPINION: Let's bin fireworks sales and concentrate on big public displays.

Jo Raphael: Don't let Covid vaccine fears put communities at risk

OPINION: Communities are relying on their leaders to do the right thing.

Restaurant review: El Mexicano Zapata Express in Rotorua

The emperor of Rotorua's Mexican eateries, the irrepressible Eduardo Diaz

Crankworx Speed & Style kicks off, despite wind and rain delays

Competitors took on the CLIF Speed & Styleand the Crankworx Rotorua Downhill.

Lakes modelling: Lifting jab rate could halve Covid deaths 2022

And 100 deaths a year were predicted at an 80 per cent vaccination rate.

'Long overdue': Bilingual school signs on horizon

'It's only the tip of the iceberg to where we want to be as a nation.'

Covid vaccination messages shared in multiple languages

Rotorua Multicultural Council goes all out to share vaccination messages.

Merry and bright: Get decorating for Christmas lights trail

The Light Up Rotorua Christmas Lights Trail will run from December 1 to 24

Opinion: Paul Hickey - Short holiday, holiday mishaps, festive events

Paul Hickey discusses his short holiday, holiday mishaps, and festive events coming up.